Security by Default
Zero-trust edge networking ensures every connection is authenticated and encrypted, eliminating implicit trust relationships.
Production Ready Architecture
SentinelPi
Secure Edge Surveillance
Production-ready, fabric-based reference architecture for distributed edge surveillance and IoT systems. Built on open standards, designed for deterministic deployments.
Zero-Trust Security
Infrastructure-as-Code
Edge-optimised
SYSTEM STATUS
OPERATIONAL
Camera Nodes
4 active | H.264 streams
ONLINE
AI Analytics
Frigate + Coral TPU
ACTIVE
WireGuard Mesh
Encrypted overlay
SECURE
MQTT Control
Real-time messaging
READY
Overview
Production-Ready Edge Infrastructure
Whether securing residential properties, monitoring industrial infrastructure, or building smart city systems, SentinelPi provides a vendor-neutral foundation that prioritizes security, scalability, and operational simplicity.
Capabilities
Built for the Edge
Encrypted Overlay Networking
WireGuard-based zero-trust security with cryptographic authentication for all connections.
Virtualized Network Fabrics
VXLAN-based L2/L3 isolation independent of physical topology constraints.
Infrastructure-as-Code
Ansible-driven deployment for repeatable, version-controlled provisioning.
AI-Driven Analytics
Real-time object detection, alerts, and intelligent event correlation.
Design Philosophy
Engineered for Excellence
Deterministic Deployments
Infrastructure-as-Code principles enable reproducible, auditable configurations across all environments.
Role Isolation
Strict separation of concerns between camera nodes, AI inference, control systems, and user interfaces.
Topology Independence
Fabric-first networking abstracts physical infrastructure, enabling flexible deployment across diverse environments.
Edge Efficiency
optimised for ARM single-board computers and low-power devices without sacrificing capability.
Vendor Neutrality
Built on open standards and protocols, avoiding proprietary lock-in and enabling long-term evolution.
System Design
Architectural Overview
Five interconnected functional planes provide comprehensive coverage from connectivity to user interface.
1
Fabric Plane
Secure connectivity and overlay networking foundation
2
Media Plane
Camera streams and optimised video transport
3
AI Plane
Inference workloads and analytics processing
4
Control Plane
MQTT messaging and system orchestration
5
UI Plane
Dashboards and operator access interface
Technology
Open Standards Stack
Networking
- WireGuard (encrypted tunnels)
- VXLAN (overlay networks)
- FRRouting (dynamic routing)
Analytics & AI
- Frigate NVR
- TensorFlow Lite / ONNX
- Edge TPU / Coral accelerators
Automation
- Ansible (provisioning)
- MQTT (messaging)
- Home Assistant (integration)
Applications
Deployment Scenarios
Residential & Commercial Surveillance
Multi-site security with centralized monitoring and AI-driven alerts
Agricultural & Environmental Monitoring
Distributed sensing for crop health, livestock tracking, and conservation
Smart Campus & Smart City Infrastructure
Integrated public safety, traffic analysis, and urban operations
Cyber-Physical Systems Research
Academic testbeds for IoT, edge computing, and network security
Secure IoT Prototyping
Development platform for edge-native applications
Strategic Value
Why SentinelPi
A paradigm shift from proprietary, cloud-dependent surveillance to open, edge-first architectures that prioritize privacy, resilience, and sovereignty.
Zero Lock-in
Eliminate vendor dependencies and subscription costs
Data Sovereignty
Maintain control and regulatory compliance
Edge Performance
Reduce latency and bandwidth through local processing
Skill Building
Develop capabilities in modern infrastructure practices
Future-Proof
Standards-based design ensures long-term viability
Deploy Secure, Intelligent Edge Infrastructure
Let's discuss how SentinelPi can transform your surveillance and IoT operations.