Rekor’s Rapidly Growing Patent Portfolio Solidifies its Leadership in AI-Driven Roadway Intelligence
On February 18, 2025, Rekor Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: REKR), a prominent name in the realm of roadway intelligence, proudly announced the acquisition of a pivotal European patent for its cutting-edge technology, designed to detect and precisely quantify irregular traffic congestion—an innovation previously recognized by the US Patent Office. This accomplishment marks a significant milestone for Rekor in its mission to uplift roadway safety, efficiency, and sustainability with the power of artificial intelligence and data-driven insights.
The freshly patented system harnesses data from an array of sources, such as in-vehicle sensors, roadway detectors, and online platforms, to identify and react to congestion outliers. Through a blend of machine learning models and historical traffic baselines, the system provides actionable intelligence aimed at refining traffic flow and addressing real-time critical anomalies like accidents or infrastructure faults.
“The awarding of both US and European patents illustrates our unwavering commitment to innovation and our aim to deliver scalable digital infrastructure solutions for roadways,” expressed David Desharnais, President and CEO of Rekor Systems. “Traffic congestion is a global ordeal impacting safety, economic productivity, and environmental sustainability. By equipping governments and communities with tools to more swiftly and accurately predict, manage, and alleviate traffic issues in real time, we’re transforming roadway planning and operation. Rekor is leading the way to a future of safer, smarter, and more efficient mobility for everyone.”
In its pursuit to uphold privacy, Rekor has previously been granted a patent for a system aimed at safeguarding personally identifiable information within traffic monitoring applications. This technology substitutes traditional recognition records containing sensitive personal data with obfuscation records, ensuring sensitive data remains protected. By creating a unique identifier to convert personal data into an anonymized format while retaining vital non-personal data, traffic monitoring systems can operate securely, complying with data privacy regulations. The obfuscation record is then transmitted to the server, replacing the original recognition record, thereby shielding personal details from unauthorized access.
Moreover, Rekor has achieved a patent for an innovative image-processing technique designed to streamline vehicle recognition while reducing processing requirements. The system works by transforming full-quality images into reduced-quality versions to single out objects of interest like vehicles and license plates. Using simple geometric subsectors to refine focus allows detailed image analysis to concentrate solely on relevant areas in the original high-quality image. This method significantly diminishes computational demands while preserving the ability to extract crucial vehicle-specific characteristics. By optimizing the processing of roadway imagery, this patented technology amplifies the efficiency of Rekor’s AI-driven systems and cuts infrastructure costs for extensive traffic monitoring.
The awarded patents are integral to Rekor’s broader strategy to revamp roadway intelligence through its robust platforms—Rekor Scout®, Rekor Discover®, and Rekor Command®—powered by the Rekor One™ engine. Continually delivering next-generation solutions to modernize transportation systems, Rekor seamlessly integrates forefront technology and AI capabilities.
For more insights into Rekor’s inventive roadway intelligence solutions, visit www.rekor.ai.
About Rekor Systems, Inc.
Rekor Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: REKR) stands at the forefront in the development and implementation of advanced roadway intelligence systems utilizing AI-powered computer vision and machine learning. As a trailblazer in digital infrastructure, Rekor collates, connects, and organizes the globe’s mobility data, establishing the foundation for a digitally-enabled operating system for the roadway. With the Rekor One® Roadway Intelligence Engine at its technological core, Rekor gathers and metamorphoses trillions of data points into intelligence through exclusive computer vision, machine learning, and big data analytics that empower its platforms and applications. Providing actionable insights, Rekor offers governments and businesses a comprehensive view of roadways while fostering a collaborative environment propelling the world towards safer, greener, and more efficient domains. To learn more, explore our website, and connect with Rekor on social media platforms: LinkedIn, X (formerly Twitter), Threads, and Facebook.
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