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TSA Awards Contracts for Airport X-ray Machines

TSA Awards Contracts for Airport X-ray Machines

TSA plans to begin testing AT X-ray machines including multi-view and high-definition X-rays at security checkpoints across the country. According to
  • Written by Nicole Camiola
  • 11th July 2007

TSA plans to begin testing AT X-ray machines – including multi-view and high-definition X-rays – at security checkpoints across the country. According to TSA, the technology will make it easier to detect explosives in carry-on luggage.

“The additional capability of AT scanners gives immediate benefit to our security officers in making security evaluations of carry-on bags,” TSA Administrator Kip Hawley said. “It will help both effectiveness and efficiency.”

“Like Comparing a VHS Tape to a DVD”

According to the agency, AT X-ray machines offer a clearer and more detailed display than those currently being used; the ability for system upgrades as they are released; and a more stable, low-maintenance platform than currently available in explosive detection systems.

“These new X-ray technologies are built on systems not unlike computers millions of people use every day. They are totally upgradeable and programmable,” TSA Chief Technology Officer Mike Golden. “Comparing AT X-ray to current technology is like comparing a VHS tape to a DVD. Both play movies, but one is much clearer than the other.”

Multi-view and high definition X-ray systems are used worldwide for checked baggage, but TSA noted that this marks the first time that they will be distributed to security checkpoints for carry-on bags.

The initial TSA contracts with New York City-based L3 Communications, Smiths Detection (part of the U.K.-based Smiths Group PLC) and Torrance, Calif.-based Rapiscan Systems include options for additional purchases in the future.

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