Oooh...cameras that see through clothes! Well it really can't show anatomical details, so don't get too excited. From a distance of up to 80 feet, the new cameras are capable of seeing things under your clothes that could be a security threat. The waves from any given material carry a distinctive signature, so security will be able to distinguish cocaine from sugar and plastic explosives from clay.
The T5000 system will likely be used in public settings like transit stops (bus and subway stations), shopping facilities and other large public places where monitoring security is important.
Camera Sees Under Clothes
T5000 does Strip Search From 80 Feet Away
Trend Themes
1. Long-range Scanning Technology - Opportunities for improving security measures in large public spaces.
2. Spectroscopy-based Systems - Disruptive innovation for detection of potential security threats using material-specific imaging.
3. Non-invasive Imaging Technology - Development of new methods for detecting security threats without compromising individual privacy.
Industry Implications
1. Security and Surveillance - Potential for implementation of advanced scanning technology in transit, retail, and public areas.
2. Police and Law Enforcement - Opportunities for the adoption of new imaging tech to monitor security and aid in investigations.
3. Retail and Shopping Facilities - Implementation of advanced surveillance techniques to ensure public safety and combat theft.