Museum Security Research Articles

Deep-Learning-Based Action and Trajectory Analysis for Museum Security Videos

Recent advancements in deep learning and video analysis, combined with the efficiency of contemporary computational resources, have catalyzed the development of advanced real-time computational systems, significantly impacting various fields. This paper introduces a cutting-edge video analysis framework that was specifically designed to bolster security in museum environments. We elaborate on the proposed framework, which was evaluated and integrated into a real-time video analysis pipeline. Our research primarily focused on two innovative approaches: action recognition for identifying potential threats at the individual level and trajectory extraction for monitoring museum visitor movements, serving the dual purposes of security and visitor flow analysis. These approaches leverage a synergistic blend of deep learning models, particularly CNNs, and traditional computer vision techniques. Our experimental findings affirmed the high efficacy of our action recognition model in accurately distinguishing between normal and suspicious behaviors within video feeds. Moreover, our trajectory extraction method demonstrated commendable precision in tracking and analyzing visitor movements. The integration of deep learning techniques not only enhances the capability for automatic detection of malevolent actions but also establishes the trajectory extraction process as a robust and adaptable tool for various analytical endeavors beyond mere security applications.

Analisis Evaluasi Sistem Keamanan Pada Museum Bank Indonesia

The main problem discussed is the Evaluation Analysis of the Security System at the Bank Indonesia Museum based on the standards set by the International Council of Museums (ICOM) and the Indonesian Museum Handbook. This research uses a descriptive evaluative method with a qualitative approach, namely analyzing and assessing museum security. Data collection techniques are carried out by means of observation, interviews, documentation, and reviewing literature studies. The theory used is the museum security system and evaluation of the implementation of museum security. Based on the results of the research that has been carried out, it has been found that there are advantages and disadvantages in the security system of the Bank Indonesia Museum, including the advantage that the Bank Indonesia Museum has minimal threat of theft because there are guards in each collection, and most of the security systems meet standards. security supporting infrastructure, namely that there are still deficiencies in human resources and in terms of technology that can threaten building security.

On the Post and Personnel Setting of Museum Security

On the Post and Personnel Setting of Museum Security

ANALISA STANDARISASI MUSEUM BATIK DENGAN PENDEKATAN KEARIFAN LOKAL BUDAYA ARSITEKTUR SURAKARTA

Batik, which is rich in symbols and philosophies for the Indonesian people, has now been recognized by UNESCO as a Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The beginning of the emergence of batik in Indonesia is in the city of Solo, and comes from the Pajang kingdom 400 years ago. With the passage of time, batik continues to grow and produces various variations and innovations, from raw materials to the drawn motifs. However, it is very unfortunate that not all of the previous heritage batik can be maintained. Recently, there has been a batik museum created by individuals or institutions, but in the design, some interior elements are less than optimal in their arrangement. So they don't affect the batik stored or on display. In this research, focus of the discussion is on standardization which discusses spatial planning, facilities, collections, lighting, ventilation, acoustics and museum security, which are combined with local wisdom of Surakarta architecture, so that the data becomes a batik museum with character and can preserve the stored batik. This research uses a case study of the Surakarta batik museum, and the final results of this study can be used as a guide for designing a museum with fabric materials in it.

Museum Security and Purloin: The Manhyia Palace Museum in perspective

AbstractSecurity in the museum is integral to the preservation of cultural heritage. Security, however, includes both the protection of collections, visitors and staff. The author undertakes a case study of the security issues at the Manhyia Palace Museum in Ghana. The study determined that lack of adequate security has led to the loss of essential collections through pilferage. The paper examines how these collections were stolen, through content analysis and a series of open‐ended systematic qualitative interviews with core staff. The author then recommends appropriate measures to prevent further loss. The findings from this case study also leads to the author to consider the state of security fractures in this case study as typical of many museums in countries with similar economic and political challenges By presenting these theories about museum theft, the author offers a set of remedies to close the loop holes for the most common forms of loss. Furthermore, the author provides a foundation for future research into the topic.

Security systems in buildings and structures of museum complexes

This study is aimed at analyzing the museums of the Rostov region and identifying the main approaches to the design of museums. Particular attention is paid to ensuring security in museums. The article proposes a comprehensive concept of museum security.

‘Now that you mention it, museums probably are a target’: museums, terrorism and security in the United Kingdom

ABSTRACTThis article explores counter-terrorism security practices at museums in the United Kingdom (UK), locations that terrorists have targeted through both propaganda and operational activity. Drawing upon research that re-interprets the museum within the ‘single narrative’ of global jihadist terrorism, an outlook that justifies and legitimises the targeting of socio-cultural sites from instrumental and symbolic perspectives, this article highlights the important roles of the police Counter Terrorism Security Adviser (CTSA) and the museum security manager in counter-terrorism practice at museums in the UK. The practices of highlighting risk to the museum and managing risk in the museum environment are subsequently outlined. In doing so two key challenges facing counter-terrorism security practice in the museum are noted: the cost of implementing counter-terrorism measures and the cultural challenge of communicating and responsibly embedding such security thinking in everyday practice. The researchers also reflect upon the potential consequences of the implementation of counter-terrorism security measures at museums as a form of securitisation.

Researching a Risky Business? The Use of Freedom of Information to Explore Counterterrorism Security at Museums in the United Kingdom

This article reflects on the value and limitations of the use of Freedom of Information (FOI) in the collection of data on counterterrorism policies and practices at museums in the United Kingdom (UK). In doing so, this article re-interprets the museum within the “single narrative” of global jihadist terrorism before using FOI to uncover counterterrorism security measures at museums in the UK. We particularly signpost the importance of the role of the museum security manager as the interface between the museum and the wider UK counterterrorism network. Throughout, but particularly in the discussion section, the article reflects on the value and limitations of FOI as a social research tool. The conclusion highlights the requirement for further qualitative enquiry into the museum as an emerging site of counterterrorism security discourse and practice, particularly in relation to how museum security managers understand and navigate this unique cultural space.

Роль наблюдательности как профессионально важного качества профайлеров службы безопасности музеев

Роль наблюдательности как профессионально важного качества профайлеров службы безопасности музеев

Роль наблюдательности как профессионально важного качества профайлеров службы безопасности музеев

Роль наблюдательности как профессионально важного качества профайлеров службы безопасности музеев

An Integrated Object Tracking and Covert Visual MIMO Communication Service for Museum Security System Using Single Vision Sensor

This paper explores the spatial coverage potential of a vision sensor to implement a dual service for a museum security system. Services include object monitoring and invisible visual Multiple-Input and Multiple-Output (MIMO) communication. For object monitoring, the Kalman filter algorithm is used. To implement a secret visual MIMO communication, an Adaptive Row-Column (ARC)-based LSB substitution technique is used along with the Integer Wavelet Transform method. These proposed services are implemented using existing electronic visual displays and surveillance cameras. Experiments are carried out using a sample object and four stego images. The performance of the object tracking system is measured in terms of accuracy by comparing the actual and estimated position of an object. Similarly, the performance of the covert visual MIMO system is measured at two different stages. On the transmitter side, differences between the cover and stego-images are used to measure imperceptibility. Likewise, at the receiver, differences between the original and the reconstructed data images are used to measure the accuracy. Results illustrate that the proposed system has improved imperceptibility, accuracy, and robustness, as compared to existing techniques.

Improving Security for Natural Science Collections at the Michigan State University Museum

Established in 1857, the Michigan State University (MSU) Museum houses natural science collections that include 117,000 research and teaching specimens of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fishes, and vertebrate fossils. These collections are worldwide in scope and provide a record of biodiversity that ranges from 1844 to the present day. The collections contain specimens of rare, endangered, threatened, and extinct species. Within each vertebrate discipline, specimens are cataloged into designated research or teaching collections; these are housed within multiple research and preservation spaces, occupying 678 square meters. Currently, 394 natural science specimens are on exhibit in the Museum's gallery spaces, which include an additional 1,830 square meters. Over the past three decades, the Museum has experienced a number of thefts from both collections and exhibit areas, with the most recent specimen theft occurring in 2011: a silky anteater (Cyclopes didactylus) stolen from the Museum's rainforest habitat diorama. That theft, along with the history of the others, initiated a series of improvements to the Museum's security. These included changes in personnel access to the Museum building and to collections areas; replacement and installation of new technological equipment, including key-card access and camera systems Museum-wide; and revisions of associated policies and procedures. These effectively closed "loopholes" that formerly compromised security best practice. Targeted improvements have been made at the building, gallery, elevator, room, and cabinet levels, and included specialized accommodation for specimens that are particularly sensitive, such as rhino horn (in keeping with Natural Sciences Collections Association guidance). In addition, the Museum modified operating procedures for behind-the-scenes tours of the research and collections spaces (for example, staff-to-visitor ratio and policy for use of imaging and recording equipment).

‘The Rhino Horn on Display Has Been Replaced by a Replica’: Museum Security in Finland and England

Museums are an integral part of the cultural life of societies. As well as having intangible value, many collections may also have considerable financial value and present a temptation to thieves. Furthermore, threats exist from accidents, natural disasters, and vandalism, among many other risks that have to be taken into account when building up museums security measures. In recent years, high-profile art thefts from museums and even, regrettably, acts of terror have drawn attention to the vulnerability of museum institutions as sites of crime and catastrophe. In particular, balancing visitor enjoyment and accessibility of the exhibits with security can be difficult for many. Despite awareness of these concerns, museums security remains to date under-represented in museological discourses, perhaps in part because of its perceived pragmatic nature. Another reason may be the difficulty of discussing in a meaningful way information that is often confidential and sensitive. In this paper, based on research carried out in Finland and England, we aim to analyse some of the key issues for museums security, which, whilst observed in northern European settings, also have relevance for museums globally. We set this discussion against the backdrop of ethical considerations and present our methodology for gathering the data and for discussing our results in a way which is both sensitive to confidentiality issues and still of use to the wider security, museums, and cultural heritage sectors.

ChemInform Abstract: The Role of Mobile Instrumentation in Novel Applications of Raman Spectroscopy: Archaeometry, Geosciences, and Forensics

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The role of mobile instrumentation in novel applications of Raman spectroscopy: archaeometry, geosciences, and forensics

The applications of analytical Raman spectroscopy in the characterisation of materials associated with archaeologically excavated artefacts, forensic investigations of drugs of abuse, security and crime scenes, minerals and rocks and future astrobiological space missions are now well established; however, these applications have emphasised the need for new developments in the area of miniaturised instrumentation which extends the concept and breadth of the analytical requirement to facilitate the provision of data from 'in field' studies. In this respect, the apparently unrelated themes of art and archaeology, forensic science, geological science and astrobiology as covered by this review are unified broadly by the ability to record data nondestructively and without resorting to sampling and the subsequent transfer of samples to the analytical laboratory. In studies of works of art there has long been a requirement for on-site analysis, especially for valuable paintings held under strict museum security and for wall paintings which cannot physically be removed from their setting; similarly, the use of portable Raman spectroscopy in archaeological and geological field work as a first-pass screening device which obviates the necessity of multiple and wasteful specimen collection is high on the wish-list of practicing spectroscopists. As a first-pass screening probe for forensic crime scenes, Raman spectroscopy has proved to be of inestimable value for the early detection of dangerous and prohibited materials such as drugs of abuse, explosives and their chemical precursors, and banned contraband biomaterials such as ivories and animal products; in these applications the advantage of the Raman spectroscopic technique for the recognition of spectral signatures from mixtures of inorganic and organic compounds is paramount and not afforded by other less portable instrumental techniques. Finally, in astrobiological work, these requirements also apply but with the additional prerequisite for system operation remotely - often over distances of several hundred million kilometres - as part of instrumental suites on robotic spacecraft and planetary landers; this necessitates robust and reliable instrumentation for the observation of unique and characteristic spectral features from the planetary geological surface and subsurface which are dependent on the assignment of both biological and geological band signatures.

A Design and Application of Security-Monitoring System for Tiny Relics

In this paper, a security-monitoring system for tiny relics is proposed, which is used to improve the reliability and stability of the museum security system nowadays. This paper analyzed the security-monitoring system of most of the museums in China, and two defects have been discovered. One is that there is almost no security facility which can provide special protection for tiny relics. The other is that there is no effective way to retrieve rare and valuable relics missing in the museum. The security-monitoring system for tiny relics can make up for these weaknesses by integrating two modules, alarm module and position module. Using reed switch as sensitive element, added with chip PT2262, the alarm module can sense micro movement and send position code to central computer wirelessly. Meanwhile, adopting radio frequency identification (RFID) technology for indoor location, position module can provide precise track of moving objects in museums. Combined with traditional security-monitoring, this system can achieve the best protection for tiny relics.

Chris Humphries (1947-2009): botanist, cladist and biogeographer: an appreciation.

Chris Humphries, botanist and biogeographer, founding Fellow, past-President and Fellow honoris causa of the Willi Hennig Society, died on Friday 31 July 2009, at the age of 62 (Fig. 1). First and foremost, Chris was a botanist specialising in the family Asteraceae (daisies), but early in his career he took an interest in a wide variety of subjects in systematic biology, botanical art and its relation to 19th century scientific exploration, and conservation biology. He was an enthusiastic lecturer, held in high esteem by his students. His infectious enthusiasm for systematic biology meant that he was sought out by many. He would talk to everyone, from school children to aged professors, from museum security guards to Ministers of State. Chris did much to bring the Willi Hennig Society and its journal, Cladistics, into being. An influential polymath and remarkable character, Chris s passing is not only mourned by numerous friends and colleagues, but can also be seen as marking the end of the halfcentury that established cladistics as the dominant method in systematics.

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The paper presents an integrated environment which enables museum personnel to catalogue and at the same time publish online museum exhibits. The system is based on international standards and is highly customisable to cater the needs of a variety of museum types. Moreover, the underlying database allows storing for the same exhibit documentations for different audiences and in multiple languages, while it is extendable to accommodate new media types, languages, exhibits and information categories. The administrative part of the environment permits the restriction of certain functions to specific personnel roles, enforcing thus a general museum security policy regarding access to and modification of information.The environment presented is currently in use at the Athens University History Museum.DOI: 10.14429/djlit.28.4.199

The Handbook for Museums

Section 1: Museum Role and Responsibility 1. Museum and Community 2. Museum Management - part one 3. Museum Management - part two 4. Museum Security Section 2: Museum Collection Management and Care 5. Collections Management 6. Museum Conservation 7. Exhibit Conservation Section 3: Interpretation and Communication 8. Museum Exhibitions 9. Project Management 10. Interpretation 11. Object Interpretation 12. Museum Education Section 4: Professionalism and Ethics 13. Professionalism and Museums 14. Museums and Patrimony 15. Code of Ethics - Registrars 16. Code of Ethics - Curators 17. ICOM Code of Professional Ethics Section 5: Support Material 18. Forms 19. Glossary of Museum Related Terms 20. Bibliography 21. Index

The Quandaries of Museum Security

The Quandaries of Museum Security