Innovative technology for vehicle X-ray screening
The triple projection system is a dual-energy X-ray scanner with a detection system designed with innovative technology.
Triple projection scanner is equipped with two types of X-ray sources:
- А High-Energy source for semitrailer screening
- А Low-Energy source for high-resolution images of cars, buses, cabins of truck, containers, semitrailers and people’s compartment screening
It is designed for inspection of all types of cars, buses, loaded vehicles (container or general cargo) for identification of the cargo compliance to the transportation detection of contraband, illegal drugs, weapons. High-Energy source is used to penetrate very dense objects and areas inside the truck like fuel tanks, frames, containers with goods, and a Low-Energy X-ray source is intended to receive a contrast, high resolution image with good material discrimination. It helps to detect items hidden inside the refrigerator of containers, fuel tanks, inside the driver cabin, in the wheels.
Low-Energy X-ray image
High-Energy X-ray image
High resolution Low-Energy image with protector wheels and smallest detail
Using three X-ray energy sources, the system provides three different view angles, which noticeably improve detection capabilities, eliminating any ‘blind zones’ on the inspected vehicle. Using a dual-energy technology, the system provides a color coding for materials separation allowing the distinguishing between organic, non-organic and metal materials.
| Color | Z-effective range | Category | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 – 7 | narcotics | heroin, cocaine, LSD, fat, soap, nylon, fuel, alcohol, plastic | |
| 7 – 10 | explosives | polyvinylidene fluoride, RDX, TNT, plastid | |
| 10 – 14 | precious stones | sapphires, rubies, glass | |
| 14 – 18 | mineral substances | polyvinyl chloride, bone, gypsum, salt | |
| 18 – 22 | inorganic substances | copper sulfate | |
| 22 – 35 | ferrous metals | brass, steel | |
| 35 and more | precious metals | gold, platinum |
Advantages of three projection X-ray inspection
The advantages of dual energy technology are illustrated in the example below. Actually, the dual energy technology means that the scanned object is penetrated with a short-length alternating pulses of different energy. The absorption of X-ray beams by various materials varies depending on the radiation power, allowing for the measurement of absorption levels. By analyzing these levels, it is possible to determine the composition of the material from which the object is made.
Low energy color coding
High-Energy color coding
High-Energy color coding
Thanks to patented technology we can guarantee a low radiation dose (<0.25 μSv/scan) that allows the driver to remain in a truck cabin during the scanning process.
| Option | Three projections | One projection | Benefits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dual view |  |  | The additional low energy projections significantly improve detection capabilities eliminating «blind zones» of an inspected vehicle. Dual-view option increase the chances of finding contraband goods, narcotics or weapons in most hiding places (double walls and floor). Also, it helps operators interpret the type of cargo easier and count number of packages quicker |
| Cabin scanning option | | | The driver’s cabin is scanned using a low energy generator, therefore the driver can stay in their vehicle during scanning procedure |
| Visualisation level of container content | High | Middle | High level of visualisation analysis available on the cargo content which helps indicate small items, and increase the level of inspection both the cargo and walls of container |
| Level of threats detected | High | Middle | Using patented technology the system shows high quality images which highlight more objects and details |
| Colour coding | High | Middle | System provides high spatial resolution, detectability and contrast sensitivity |
| Quality of X-ray images | 7 colors | 3 colors | More detail distinguishing between organic, non-organic and metal materials |
DTP systems have important performance capabilities which complement customs and security control:
- Scanning all types of vehicles with innovative drive-through scanning technology, where the driver’s cab is not exposed with X-ray beams, or scanned with a low-energy source, allows trucks to move with their own power through the scanning area. The system is capable of making a full scan of any vehicles using low energy radiation sources in vertical and lateral projections, while the scanning of the truck body, semi-trailers, truck trailers and cargo, which has a high X-ray absorption capacity, is performed using a high-energy source — thus, a safe and complete scan of any vehicle is carried out, while the maximum dose to the driver does not exceed 0.25 μSv per scan, even when the cabin is scanned.
- Artificial Intelligence for people detection — the system can automatically detect, calculate number of and indicate where there are human bodies in the X-ray image displayed.
- Simple operation — user friendly graphical user interface allows easy operation, even for basic of trained personnel.
- High throughput — The system can quickly scan and analyze the content of vehicles in the high traffic flow with a drive-through operation mode. Low-energy scanning of the passenger vehicle or truck cabin allows driver and passengers to remain in the vehicle while scanning, significantly increasing the overall security throughput, override additional driver and passenger boarding/unboarding and prevents them walking outside of the protection area.
- Radiation safety — low-radiation-dose technology, in combination with the effective X-ray passive and active safety systems, guarantee certainty for vehicle drivers, passengers, system operators and bystanders.
- High-quality X-ray images — the system can ensure high spatial resolution, detection and contrast sensitivity. Low-Energy X-ray screening has superior wire resolution, which means that images of low-density objects have better quality.
- Superior Service — We aim for exceptional service through a customer-centred approach.
The three projection X-ray scanner can be used at seaports, borders, airports, traffic control points and customs.
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The system’s unique multiple projection and energy technology makes it possible to provide safe inspection of multi size vehicles like passenger vehicles, vans, buses and loaded trucks at the same time.