Overview
About Advantech Container Catalog (ACC)
Advantech Container Catalog is a comprehensive collection of ready-to-use, containerized software packages designed to accelerate the development and deployment of Edge AI applications. By offering pre-integrated solutions optimized for embedded hardware, ACC simplifies the challenge of software-hardware compatibility, especially in GPU/NPU-accelerated environments.
| Feature / Benefit | Description |
|---|---|
| Accelerated Edge AI Development | Ready-to-use containerized solutions for faster prototyping and deployment |
| Hardware Compatible | Eliminates embedded hardware and software package incompatibility |
| GPU/NPU Access Ready | Supports passthrough for efficient hardware acceleration |
| Model Conversion & Optimization | Built-in AI model quantization and format conversion support |
| Optimized for CV & LLM Applications | Pre-optimized containers for computer vision and large language models |
Container Overview
Ouster Gemini is a lidar detection platform that combines Ouster 3D digital lidar sensors and AI-powered perception software. The system delivers precise, long-range detection, classification and tracking of people and vehicles and provides advanced situational awareness to enhance physical security, safety and operational efficiencies of critical infrastructure, and urban and business spaces. Built for extreme environments, Ouster Gemini helps to provide reliable detection in adverse weather or low light, while significantly reducing nuisance alarms indoors and outdoors.
Ouster-Gemini is a containerized AI LiDAR perception solution released by Ouster, Inc.. It is optimized for deployment on Advantech GPU-accelerated platforms such as TREK-50N and TREK-60N, and leverages Ouster's Gemini software for real-time object detection and scene understanding.
Ouster Gemini supports multi-sensor meshing into a single scene, low-latency detections, and can be integrated via REST APIs, WebSockets, or MQTTs streams.
Use Cases
- Crowd and retail analytics
- Security and intrusion monitoring
- Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)
- Full Yard tracking
- Zone-Based-Alarms
- Position & Speed Tracking
- Object Classification
Features
- AI-powered detection, classification and tracking at (up to) 90 meters/300ft (people, vehicles, bikes)
- Continuous tracking of objects and consistent ID with 2D & 3D digital twin visualization
- No-code advanced rule-engine events and alerts
- Lidar 3D site coverage design tool
- Cloud portal interface to configure, manage, and view multiple deployments and events
- VMS integration
Ouster Gemini OutdoorDetect Demonstrations
Ouster Gemini people tracking demonstration
Solution components:
- Ouster 3D digital lidar sensors
- Ouster Gemini AI-powered perception software
- Optional mounting, cable, and power accessories
- Edge computer
- Optional VMS integration
Ouster Gemini System Architecture
It processes raw lidar pointcloud data from Ouster OS sensors and outputs structured, actionable information like:
- 3D position and movement of people, different types of vehicles, and cyclists
- Customers can configure #8 different rule engines aka Events, to add high level business logic alerting the customers of unwanted behaviors
System Requirements
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Compatible Hardware | [Advantech TREK-50N / TREK-60N (NVIDIA GPU-equipped)] () |
| Ouster Lidar | Rev6/Rev7 LiDAR sensors (OS0, OS1, OS2, OSDome) |
| Host OS | Ubuntu 20.04 or later (Linux) |
| Required Software Packages | Docker (20.10+), NVIDIA Container Toolkit |
- GPU recommended for Deep Learning workloads
- Compatible with Ouster Catalyst edge devices or custom edge computers
Container Quick Start Guide
For container quick start, including docker-compose file, and more, please refer to Advantech EdgeSync Container Repository - Ouster-Gemini
About Ouster
Ouster is a leading provider of high-performance digital LiDAR sensors and perception solutions. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, Ouster develops cutting-edge LiDAR technology that powers automation and safety across a wide range of industries including autonomous vehicles, industrial automation, robotics, smart infrastructure, and defense.
Key Offerings
- Digital LiDAR Sensors: Based on Ouster’s unique digital architecture, their sensors deliver high-resolution 3D data with superior reliability and affordability.
- OS Series Sensors: Including OS0, OS1, and OS2, offering different ranges and fields of view tailored to specific applications.
- Ouster Gemini: A containerized AI-powered perception platform for real-time object detection and situational awareness, compatible with Ouster sensors.
Applications
- Autonomous Vehicles
- Robotics and Drones
- Smart Cities and Infrastructure
- Industrial Safety and Automation
- Physical Security and Surveillance
Technology Highlights
- 100% solid-state digital LiDAR architecture
- Multi-sensor fusion and scene understanding
- Resistant to dust, weather, and low-light conditions
- API integration via REST, WebSocket, and MQTT
Ouster aims to accelerate the adoption of 3D vision by delivering scalable, reliable, and intelligent LiDAR solutions for a more automated and connected future.