Facial detection for border security

George Suciu (), Răzvan Brătulescu (), Robert Florescu (), Vlad-Constantin Stănescu (), Mari-Anais Sachian () and Teodor-Matei Bîrleanu ()
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George Suciu: BEIA Consult International, Bucharest, Romania
Răzvan Brătulescu: BEIA Consult International, Bucharest, Romania
Robert Florescu: BEIA Consult International, Bucharest, Romania
Vlad-Constantin Stănescu: BEIA Consult International, Bucharest, Romania
Mari-Anais Sachian: Beia Consult International, Bucharest, Romania
Teodor-Matei Bîrleanu: BEIA Consult International, Bucharest, Romania

International Conference on Machine Intelligence & Security for Smart Cities (TRUST) Proceedings, 2025, vol. 2, 119-132

Abstract: Facial recognition has come a long way, evolving from simple image processing techniques to powerful AI-driven tools. In this article, we take a closer look at how these technologies, both classical and modern,can be used to support something as critical as border security. Our focus is on a practical application we developed, designed to verify a person’s identity by comparing their face to a database of known individuals. The system uses a combination of Haarcascade classifiers (a classic approach for face detection) and neural networks based on deep learning to improve accuracy and adaptability. Built with OpenCV, the application follows a straightforward process: a new face is uploaded, analysed, and eithermatched or flagged as unknown. What makes this work interesting is the balance it strikes between speed and reliability, qualities that are essential in a fast-paced border control setting. We show that even with lightweight tools, solid results can be achieved, and when combined with more advanced AI models, the system becomes even more robust. Our goal wasn’t just to explore the tech, but to show how these tools can be applied in real-world scenarios where security really matters. This study adds to the ongoing conversation around biometrics and AI, and we hope it sparks further exploration into how these technologies can help make borders safer and smarter.

Keywords: AI; biometry; database; neural networks (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: O35 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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