On May 20, AP Sensing took part in a high-profile event at the Hasso Plattner Institute (HPI) in Potsdam, dedicated to the protection of critical infrastructure. During an engaging live demonstration, we showcased the powerful capabilities of our Distributed Fiber Optic Sensing (DFOS) technology.
Sensor cables installed both underground and underwater illustrated how our system detects, in real time, when a person approaches a sensitive data cable. Acoustic and thermal measurements—visualized on monitors—enabled simulated intrusion scenarios to be accurately detected, classified, and localized. Thanks to artificial intelligence and advanced algorithms, our system achieves an unprecedented level of analytical precision—paving the way for enhanced resilience and protection of physical infrastructure.
In the following expert discussion, Dr. Bernd Drapp, Dr. Andreas Pooch, and Gabriel Derenbach joined HPI Professor Christian Dörr, who highlighted the urgent need to better safeguard data cables—alongside pipelines, high-voltage lines, and rail corridors—against cyberattacks. The panel emphasized the vulnerability of today’s physical networks and the importance of implementing protective technologies already available.
We sincerely thank HPI for the invitation and the opportunity to present our DFOS solution to a wide-ranging expert audience. Collaboration between research, industry, and public institutions is essential to building a more secure digital future.
