Industrial Precision Geofencing Solution | Principles & Deployment - GrowSpace
Industrial Spatial Intelligence

Turning Spatial Data into Events Poly-Geofencing Technology

This is not simple radius-based detection. With a complex polygon (Polygon) area classification algorithm and ultra-low-latency triggers under 100ms based on engine processing, we build a safety system that minimizes false alarms and missed detections.

Core Logic

Geofencing Algorithms & Processing Architecture

A core technology that analyzes tens of thousands of location updates in real time and generates geofence events at around 100ms (engine processing 기준).
※ Actual response time may vary depending on tag update interval, network, and output configuration.

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1. Ray Casting Algorithm

The GrowSpace engine uses the Ray Casting algorithm to determine whether a tag coordinate lies inside or outside a complex polygon.

※ To reduce jitter near boundaries, we apply boundary inclusion rules and an epsilon tolerance.
※ When operating many polygons, performance is optimized by reducing candidates first using bounding boxes / spatial indexing.

Method: Point-in-Polygon (PIP)
Complexity: O(n) per polygon

2. Low Latency Trigger

We minimize the engine processing delay (Engine Latency) from location update input to event generation to around 100ms (0.1s). With Edge Computing, control signals can be integrated immediately at the on-site gateway.

Avg Latency: < 100ms (Engine)
Throughput: 1000+ position updates/sec (Varies by environment/spec)
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3. State Machine Logic

To reduce false positives caused by unstable signals, we apply Hysteresis / Sliding Window.

※ To also reduce false negatives, you can configure operational policies such as minimum consecutive samples, minimum dwell time, re-entry delay, and more.

Logic: Finite State Machine
Events: Webhook, MQTT

※ Considerations for Deployment

  • Update interval (tag Hz) and event latency are a trade-off.
  • Alignment may be needed across coordinate systems such as indoor local coordinates and outdoor WGS84/UTM.
  • Boundary decision policies (dwell time, hysteresis width, etc.) can be customized for your site.

System Integration

Industrial Integration Standards

Geofence events go beyond simple alerts—they connect seamlessly to equipment control and enterprise data systems on site.

Equipment Control (PLC/Relay)

Hardware Control

When someone enters a hazardous zone, you can instantly stop machines or activate warning lights. Industrial standard interfaces such as Modbus TCP and Digital I/O are supported.

  • Output: Dry Contact (Relay), 24V Signal
  • Protocol: Modbus TCP/RTU
  • Latency: Low latency (varies by I/O configuration & scan cycle)

Software Integration

Software Integration

Send access logs and location data in real time to existing management systems such as ERP, MES, and WMS. Standardized protocols make it easy to exchange data.

  • Push: Webhook, MQTT Publish
  • Pull: Data Stream / DB Access
  • Format: JSON / Binary

Technical Comparison

Geofencing Performance by Positioning Technology

When building a safety system, you should consider each technology’s error range and characteristics.

Spec UWB (Ultra-Wideband) GNSS (GPS) BLE (RSSI)
Detection Accuracy Very high (tens of cm to ~10cm-class, depending on environment/config) Low (several meters to tens of meters; degraded in urban canyons/indoors) Medium to low (highly affected by environment/interference)
Response Speed Instant (Real-time) Latency occurs (satellite cycle) Moderate (scan cycle)
Indoor Use Supported (Fully) Not supported Supported
False Alarm Rate Very low (with filtering/logic applied) High (poor in urban/indoors) High (vulnerable to RF interference)
Automated Security

Automation from Detection to Response

By integrating with warning lights, sirens, automatic doors, and ERP systems,
the system reacts first—before humans need to intervene in a hazardous situation.

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Geofence Operating Process

Beyond simple location tracking, it automatically triggers context-aware events.

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1. Zone Setting

An admin defines virtual safety/danger zones on the map.

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2. Tag Detection

Track workers or assets in real time via tags.

3. Event Trigger

Instantly generate events when entry/exit/dwell conditions are met.

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4. Action

Execute follow-up actions such as alerts, equipment stop, door control, and more.

Use Cases

Accidents happen without warning,
but geofences can prevent them in advance.

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Danger Zone

Prevent Access to Hazardous Equipment

When a worker enters a danger zone near operating robots or press equipment, the system immediately shuts down equipment to prevent accidents.

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Asset Protection

Prevent Asset Exit/Theft

When high-value assets pass through an exit zone without authorization, alerts are sent to security and gate alarms are triggered.

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Safe Zone

Patient Protection & Safe Zones

If dementia patients or children leave a configured safe zone, location information is immediately sent to guardians and administrators.

Don’t delay a safer workplace.

GrowSpace Geofencing helps you build a gap-free security system.