1. Product Overview
The Induskey INK414 is an integrated, compact meteorological monitoring sensor designed as a core component of the INK410 Road Traffic Meteorological Monitoring System. It combines multiple environmental sensing technologies into a single streamlined enclosure to simultaneously monitor air temperature, relative humidity, wind speed and direction, atmospheric pressure, and optical rainfall. Engineered for highway and roadway deployment, the INK414 delivers real-time meteorological data to support traffic management decisions and severe weather warnings. Its compact form factor and standardized communication interfaces enable seamless integration into existing highway automatic weather monitoring networks.
2. System Architecture
The INK414 operates as a fully integrated meteorological sensing unit with the following core components:
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Ultrasonic Wind Sensor: Measures wind speed and direction via time-difference method, with no moving parts for maintenance-free operation.
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Temperature & Humidity Probe: Integrated T&H sensor housed within a ventilated radiation shield for accurate ambient measurement.
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Barometric Pressure Sensor: MEMS-based atmospheric pressure measurement with high stability and low drift.
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Optical Rainfall Detector: Precipitation intensity detection via optical sensing technology.
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Embedded Microcontroller: Unifies all sensor data streams and manages communication protocols at the circuit-board level.
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Communication Module: RS485/RS232 wired interfaces with standardized Modbus protocol for direct integration into highway monitoring networks.
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Power Input: DC 12V / AC 220V compatible; supports solar panel integration for remote installations.
3. Key Features & Competitive Advantages
A. Multi-Parameter Integration
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Combines wind, temperature, humidity, pressure, and rainfall detection in one compact unit.
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Eliminates the need for multiple separate sensors, reducing installation complexity and maintenance overhead.
B. Ultrasonic Wind Measurement
C. Ventilated Radiation Shield
D. Compact & Lightweight Design
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Small footprint suitable for mounting on existing infrastructure such as lamp posts, monitoring poles, and gantries.
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Minimal visual impact and reduced wind load on support structures.
E. Industrial-Grade Reliability
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IP65/IP66 protection rating for long-term outdoor operation.
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Corrosion-resistant housing suitable for coastal and harsh environments.
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Operating temperature range: -40°C to +80°C.
F. Standardized Network Integration
4. Technical Specifications
| System Parameter |
Specification |
| Wind Measurement |
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| Speed |
Range: 0 ~ 70 m/s; Accuracy: ±(0.3+0.03V) m/s; Resolution: 0.1 m/s |
| Direction |
Range: 0 ~ 359°; Accuracy: ±3°; Resolution: 1° |
| Meteorological Parameters |
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| Air Temperature |
Range: -40 ~ 80°C; Accuracy: ±0.2°C; Resolution: 0.1°C |
| Relative Humidity |
Range: 0 ~ 100%RH; Accuracy: ±2% (≤80%), ±5% (>80%) |
| Atmospheric Pressure |
Range: 300 ~ 1,100 hPa; Accuracy: ±0.3 hPa |
| Precipitation |
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| Rainfall Detection |
Optical sensing; Precipitation intensity measurement |
| System Configuration |
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| Power Supply |
DC 12 V / AC 220 V; Compatible with solar panel systems |
| Communication |
RS485 (Modbus) / RS232 |
| Protection Rating |
IP65 / IP66 |
| Operating Environment |
-40 ~ 80°C, 0 ~ 100%RH |
| Mounting |
Lamp posts, monitoring poles, gantry structures |
5. Applications
The Induskey INK414 is engineered as a core meteorological sensing module for diverse traffic infrastructure scenarios:
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Highway Automatic Weather Stations: Primary meteorological data acquisition for expressway and arterial road monitoring networks.
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Urban Traffic Management: City road network weather condition surveillance and early warning systems.
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Bridge & Tunnel Monitoring: Environmental monitoring at critical infrastructure access points.
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Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS): Real-time weather data feed for adaptive traffic signal control and variable message sign systems.
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Coastal & Mountainous Roads: All-weather operation in corrosive coastal and challenging terrain environments.
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Airport Perimeter Roads: Precision meteorological monitoring for airport access and perimeter road safety.
6. Optional Cloud Platform
To maximize operational oversight, the INK414 seamlessly integrates with the optional Induskey industrial IoT Cloud Platform when deployed as part of a complete INK410 system.
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Real-Time Remote Dashboard: Operators can wirelessly upload data to directly read meteorological values, monitor equipment operational status, and analyze environmental metrics remotely.
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Multi-Site Centralized Management: Enables GPS positioning of multiple monitoring stations across highway networks, facilitating data-driven intelligent management.
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Alarm Notification: Supports programmable threshold alarms for critical weather conditions (high wind, low visibility, extreme temperature) configured to automatically dispatch notifications via SMS and email.
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Data Export & Reporting: Generates continuous historical curves and operational logs for traffic safety analysis, operational efficiency improvements, and regulatory compliance reporting.
