kobayashiGT Internal Moderator July 4, 2022 Share July 4, 2022 https://mothership.sg/2022/07/woodlands-checkpoint-contactless-clearance/ Those driving into Singapore via the Woodlands Checkpoint can try the new Automated Passenger In-Car Clearance System (APICS) that began on Jun. 21 and will end in October. The system allows travellers to enter the country through a contactless immigration clearance by scanning their passport, and facial and iris biometrics at the checkpoint. How does it work? This CNA video breaks down how the machine works. Since the program is still under trial, an Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) officer will be at the APICS to note the number of passengers in the car. Once the gantry is opened, the car can drive forward and stop at a self-help kiosk. The kiosk has an LCD touch display with a passport scanner, biometric scanner, fingerprint scanner and intercom. The driver has to confirm the number of people in the car and the license plate number, then scan the passengers' passports. The system will prompt the driver and passengers to simultaneously do their facial and iris biometrics scans to confirm their identities. There are four points, one for each of the car's windows, for all passengers to scan their face and iris to complete their immigration clearance. APICS will detect what type of car is at the kiosk and the height of the kiosk will adjust itself accordingly. According to The Straits Times, it takes about five minutes to clear immigration. According to ST, another feature of APICS is that it has an exhaust fan that removes fumes that may build up as passengers clear immigration. There are also flexible traffic poles to guide drivers entering the clearance area. Trial going well According to CNA, the trial is only being conducted at the checkpoint on weekday nights and only cars with a maximum of four people, aged six and above will be selected to trial the new system. Nonetheless, the system, developed by the Home Team Science and Technology Agency (HTX), is doing well. Cheng Wee Kiang, director of HTX's Robotics, Automation and Unmanned Systems Centre of Expertise, said that the overall feedback received for the system has been positive, CNA reported. Those who pass through the checks have been asked for their feedback which will allow HTX to further improve APICS. The time taken for clearance is also recorded by ICA. This is the second version of the APICS developed by HTX. The first one, trialled in December 2017, required passengers to scan their fingerprints on a biometric device via an extended robotic arm. ↡ Advertisement 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inlinefour Twincharged July 4, 2022 Share July 4, 2022 build in scanner can ensure 3/4 tank contraband items and drug or cash mules contribution to nation building 🙈🙉🙊 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
may_dream 4th Gear July 4, 2022 Share July 4, 2022 Doesn’t say the passengers have to be Singapore passport holders or not. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Watwheels Supersonic July 4, 2022 Share July 4, 2022 Looks expensive. So exit/entry sg have to pay how much? $10? 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soya Supersonic July 4, 2022 Share July 4, 2022 Juz need 1 blur sotong to create the mother of all jams on that lane 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Watwheels Supersonic July 4, 2022 Share July 4, 2022 1 minute ago, Soya said: Juz need 1 blur sotong to create the mother of all jams on that lane It will be like the supermarket self-help kiosk. One staff man many kiosk. Basically to cut down on manpower. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kobayashiGT Internal Moderator July 4, 2022 Author Share July 4, 2022 3 hours ago, Inlinefour said: build in scanner can ensure 3/4 tank contraband items and drug or cash mules contribution to nation building 🙈🙉🙊 U never know how well equip the camera is. 🤣 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Limpeh23 2nd Gear July 4, 2022 Share July 4, 2022 5 mins to clear one car isn't exactly very fast also Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mkl22 Twincharged July 4, 2022 Share July 4, 2022 31 minutes ago, Watwheels said: It will be like the supermarket self-help kiosk. One staff man many kiosk. Basically to cut down on manpower. And 5 people per kiosk to maintain. 🤣 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inlinefour Twincharged July 4, 2022 Share July 4, 2022 42 minutes ago, kobayashiGT said: U never know how well equip the camera is. 🤣 this is X-ray 🩻 errr…I mean can scan inside one 😆😆😆 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daniu82 Supercharged July 4, 2022 Share July 4, 2022 If got 4 passengers, the one in the middle of the back row how to scan? Sit on top of the one either left or right? Waiting for the 1st person to panic and crash through the barrier like some do when they go through carpark gantry. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kobayashiGT Internal Moderator July 5, 2022 Author Share July 5, 2022 16 hours ago, Daniu82 said: If got 4 passengers, the one in the middle of the back row how to scan? Sit on top of the one either left or right? Waiting for the 1st person to panic and crash through the barrier like some do when they go through carpark gantry. Don't think so uncivilized of us! hahaha. We sinkie are very law by law person one okay! We ownself check ownself one. This machine can lah. 🤣 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dp26 5th Gear July 5, 2022 Share July 5, 2022 21 hours ago, Daniu82 said: If got 4 passengers, the one in the middle of the back row how to scan? Sit on top of the one either left or right? Waiting for the 1st person to panic and crash through the barrier like some do when they go through carpark gantry. How about those 6 passengers? Lol Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beehive3783 Turbocharged July 5, 2022 Share July 5, 2022 Waste of money and time. If the machine hangs while scanning passport? Press button for operator, end up waiting even longer for operator to arrive Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jellandross Supersonic July 5, 2022 Share July 5, 2022 On 7/4/2022 at 2:34 PM, Soya said: Juz need 1 blur sotong to create the mother of all jams on that lane You mean this type? 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
inlinesix Supersonic July 5, 2022 Share July 5, 2022 2 hours ago, Beehive3783 said: Waste of money and time. If the machine hangs while scanning passport? Press button for operator, end up waiting even longer for operator to arrive Motorcycle lane is almost automated clearance. Lastly, no one want to work at these CIQ. How? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beehive3783 Turbocharged July 6, 2022 Share July 6, 2022 16 hours ago, inlinesix said: Motorcycle lane is almost automated clearance. Lastly, no one want to work at these CIQ. How? If the pay offered is not worth the job, who would want to work there? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Azkabanus Neutral Newbie December 27, 2023 Share December 27, 2023 (edited) The concept of contactless immigration clearance using passport, facial, and iris biometrics is impressive. It's great to know that the trial is going well and that the HTX is actively seeking feedback to improve the system further. Incorporating features like the exhaust fan to remove fumes and flexible traffic poles for guidance shows that they're thinking about the overall experience. If you ever need documents apostilled or require assistance with immigration-related paperwork, you might want to check out this helpful service: https://apostillelondon.com/e-apostille-service/ Edited December 27, 2023 by Azkabanus ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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