# AI Body Scanners The Evolv Edge Uses Modern Tech to Ensure Airport Security By Justin Lam | Published 2018-07-20 | World Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-body-scanners References: [venturebeat](https://venturebeat.com/2018/07/19/evolv-deploys-speedy-ai-powered-body-scanners-at-oakland-international/) & [businesswire](https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20180719005137/en/Oakland-International-Airport-Selects-Evolv-Edge-Employee) The worst part of flying is often the inevitable trek through airport security but Oakland airport and Evolv are aiming to alleviate this stress with AI body scanners. Known as the Evolv Edge, these five-foot security gates utilize machine learning algorithms, [facial recognition](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/public-safety-and-security) and a proprietary millimeter wave sensor to make screenings faster and more efficient. All of the tools work together to perfect these AI body scanners that are capable of assessing a person's criminal record and threat level. These AI body scanners are set to be tested in Oakland International Airport and will hopefully streamline the [TSA's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clear) existing security program. During its test, the Evolv Edge will be capable of scanning 600 people per hour, as people can simply walk through it without slowing down. Image Credit: Evolv ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 34% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world) > [Travel](https://www.trendhunter.com/travel) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **AI Body Scanners:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in airport security with AI body scanners that utilize machine learning algorithms and facial recognition. - **Streamlined Airport Security:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the transportation industry by implementing AI body scanners to make security screenings faster and more efficient. - **Enhanced Threat Assessment:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the security industry by using AI body scanners to assess a person's criminal record and threat level. ### Where This Applies - **Airports:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the airport industry by incorporating AI body scanners to streamline security screenings and improve overall customer experience. - **Transportation:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the transportation industry by adopting AI body scanners to enhance airport security and reduce passenger wait times. - **Security:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the security industry by implementing AI body scanners to improve threat assessment capabilities and enhance overall security measures. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Backed Airport Lanes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clear.md) - [AI-Powered Body Scanners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fitme-3d-body-scanner.md) - [AI-Powered CCTV Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazon-9.md) - [AI Threat Detection Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zeroeyes.md) - [AI-Driven 3D Body Scanners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-body-scanner1.md) - [AI Checkout Kiosks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/self-checkout-lines.md) - [AI-Powered Airport Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barcelona-airport.md) - [AI-Augmented Retail Checkouts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retail-checkout.md) - [Contactless Airport Shops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airport-shop.md)