Abstract:
An integrated detection system that is highly portable and that employs Enhanced Metal Detection (EMD) along with Advanced Imaging Technology (using backscatter X-ray scanning) to achieve Automated Threat Recognition (ATR) improvements. In particular, the present specification describes a modular inspection system for detecting objects carried by or on a human subject that includes a plurality of sections having an X-ray source, two backscatter X-ray detector panels and at least one metal detector panel; a first strapping means to hold together two of the plurality of sections that are folded and form a portable first case; and a second strapping means to hold together two of the plurality of sections that are folded and form a portable second case such that the first and second cases can be wheeled to and from a checkpoint
Abstract:
The present specification describes security systems for screening threats contained on persons, and more specifically, to an integrated detection system that is highly portable and that employs Enhanced Metal Detection (EMD) along with Advanced Imaging Technology (using backscatter X-ray scanning) to achieve Automated Threat Recognition (ATR) improvements. In particular, the present specification describes a modular inspection system for detecting objects carried by or on a human subject that includes a plurality of sections having an X-ray source, two backscatter X-ray detector panels and at least one metal detector panel; a first strapping means to hold together two of the plurality of sections that are folded and form a portable first case; and a second strapping means to hold together two of the plurality of sections that are folded and form a portable second case such that the first and second cases can be wheeled to and from a checkpoint.
Abstract:
The present specification discloses a high speed scanning system for scanning cargo carried by rail. The system uses of a two-dimensional X-ray sensor array with, in one embodiment, a cone-beam X-ray geometry. The pulse rate of X-ray source is modulated based on the speed of the moving cargo to allow a distance travelled by the cargo between X-ray pulses to be equal to the width of the detector, for a single energy source, and to half the width of the detector for a dual energy source. This ensures precise timing between the X-ray exposure and the speed of the passing object, and thus accurate scanning of cargo even at high speeds.
Abstract:
The present specification discloses an X-ray system for processing X-ray data to determine an identity of an object under inspection. The X-ray system includes an X-ray source for transmitting X-rays, where the X-rays have a range of energies, through the object, a detector array for detecting the transmitted X-rays, where each detector outputs a signal proportional to an amount of energy deposited at the detector by a detected X-ray, and at least one processor that reconstructs an image from the signal, where each pixel within the image represents an associated mass attenuation coefficient of the object under inspection at a specific point in space and for a specific energy level, fits each of pixel to a function to determine the mass attenuation coefficient of the object under inspection at the point in space; and uses the function to determine the identity of the object under inspection.
Abstract:
Further, the present specification is directed towards personnel screening systems comprising modular components, including detector and source units, where a dual axis scanning beam is employed. In one configuration, the subject under inspection remains stationary and is positioned between two scanning modules. The X-ray source assembly is designed to minimize the overall system footprint while still yielding the requisite field of view, low radiation exposure level, and required resolution. The modular components allow for a compact, light and yet sufficiently rugged overall structure that can be disassembled for ease of transportation and is also simple to reassemble at a required site for inspection.
Abstract:
The present specification discloses a radiological threat monitoring system capable of withstanding harsh environmental conditions. The system has (a) one or more cables for measuring a signal induced by a radiological material emitting ionizing radiation when the radiological material comes within a predefined distance of the cables; (b) one or more stations connected with one or more cables for measuring and recording the induced signal; and (c) a central station in communication with one or more stations for gathering the recorded measurements. Radiological material includes fissile threat material such as a 'Special Nuclear Material' (SNM).
Abstract:
Further, the present specification is directed towards personnel screening systems comprising modular components, including detector and source units, where a dual axis scanning beam is employed. In one configuration, the subject under inspection remains stationary and is positioned between two scanning modules. The X-ray source assembly is designed to minimize the overall system footprint while still yielding the requisite field of view, low radiation exposure level, and required resolution. The modular components allow for a compact, light and yet sufficiently rugged overall structure that can be disassembled for ease of transportation and is also simple to reassemble at a required site for inspection.
Abstract:
The present invention provides a four-sided scanning system for vehicles that uses a combination of backscatter and transmission based X-ray imaging to achieve material discrimination. In one embodiment, the system is designed as a mobile, drive -through system, which can be folded and stowed in a truck and can be conveniently deployed at any place when required.
Abstract:
A detection system comprising a plurality of magnetic field generators (12) and a plurality of magnetic field detectors (16) located adjacent to a detection area, and a control system (30) arranged to generate magnetic field using the generators (12), and, for each of the generators, to make measurements of the magnetic field generated using each of the detectors (16), and processing means (42) arranged to process the measurements to generate a data set characterising the detection area (22).
Abstract:
A detection system comprising a plurality of magnetic field generators and a plurality of magnetic field detectors located adjacent to a detection area, and a control system arranged to generate magnetic field using the generators, and, for each of the generators, to make measurements of the magnetic field generated using each of the detectors, and processing means arranged to process the measurements to generate a data set characterising the detection area.