Nodes vs Servers : What is the difference ?

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You might wonder what is the difference between the nodes and the server.
The Nodes and the servers are entirely different generations of product, with different features.
The servers are the 2d generation of Augmenta product and have been entirely redesigned from scratch.
Nodes
Servers
Generation
1st generation
2d generation
Architecture
Distributed*
Centralized*
Sensors
4+ USB 3D camera and 2D LiDARs
Network sensors only (20+ 3D cameras and 2D/3D LiDARs)
Main limitation
6m ceiling height max
12m ceiling height max
Indoor / Outdoor
Indoor
Indoor and outdoor (IP67 to IPX8)
Network
Deploy your own network (switches)
No network to manage, 1-to-1 direct sensor connection to server (by default)
Price
Cheaper for small projects
Cheaper for big projects
Interface
2D web interface + 2D software
Unified 3D web interface
Content
Compatible with all plugins
Compatible with all plugins
Features
Detection, Tracking
Detection, Tracking, Volumetric capture, Zone triggers
*see schematics below for more details

Conclusion

The servers have been designed to manage challenging and big to huge projects, while overcoming the limitations of the nodes. The nodes are suitable for small to mid-size projects, while the servers are designed for mid-size to big projects.

Distributed versus centralized architecture


Centralized system architecture (server)
Centralized system architecture (server)
Distributed system architecture (nodes)
Distributed system architecture (nodes)