alexmc22
Sept 24, 2012
The TSA has spent $490 million on next generation smaller and faster AIT body scanners. This newer system hides the passengers nude body by displaying a generic image of the human body while flagging suspected items that the scanner picks up.
The device is manufactured by L-3 Communications Corp. and American Science and Engineering Inc.who have both been awarded a $245 million 5 year contract.
Agency officials say the new machines will enhance threat detection and speed up passenger lines. They also say the new machines can distinguish between metallic and non-metallic items. It can explosive components and plastic threats.
The number of machines purchased and where they will be used has not been disclosed.
NextGov
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