Towards holistic chromatic intelligent monitoring of complex systems
Anthony G. Deakin, I. Rallis, J. Zhang, Joseph William Spencer, G.R. Jones · Sensor Review · 2006
Purpose To introduce chromatic methods and their application to monitoring complex systems. Design/methodology/approach Complexity is introduced and the need for holistic monitoring is suggested. The chromatic methodologies are introduced and their broad‐ranging applicability is illustrated with reference to a number of diverse applications. Findings The generic chromatic monitoring technology has much to offer as a way of visualising, understanding, monitoring and controlling complex processes and system behaviour. Practical implications The technology is leading to new ways of characterising and evaluating aspects of system behaviour, in a holistic and non‐intrusive manner, that are difficult to measure – e.g. walking behaviour of the elderly, tiredness of drivers. Originality/value Draws out the generic basis of the chromatic methodology and how it may be applied to a wide range of complex systems and situations to predict when and where human intervention is required.