# New Airline Security Mechanisms Tunnel of Truth By Ayman | Published 2008-02-23 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tunnel-of-truth References: [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/359810/airport-tunnel-of-truth-peers-into-your-soul-but-not-your-sneakers) & [nationaldefensemagazine.org](http://www.nationaldefensemagazine.org/issues/2008/March/SecurityBeat.htm#Science) Although I am extremely sick of the obessesive airport security measures, I actually think this is a swell idea. Maybe the name 'Tunnel of Truth' makes it sound cool and geeky. The Transportation Security Administration is exploring a way to take advantage of people waiting in [long airport lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gateway-collection) by incorporating a virtual patdown. Susan Hallowell, the Director of Transportation Security Laboratory suggested a design where [airline passengers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chicago-department-of-aviation) no longer have to take their shoes off after standing in a long line at [airport security checkpoints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-digital-id) by combining the line with an array of sensors resulting into what she calls a “tunnel of truth.” ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 13% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Inventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/inventions) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Virtual Patdown:** The use of sensors and virtual technology to conduct patdowns at airports, reducing wait times and increasing efficiency. - **Smart Security Lines:** The incorporation of sensor technology into airport security lines to create a seamless and efficient experience for passengers. - **Data-driven Security:** The use of sensors and data analysis to improve airport security and reduce the need for physical patdowns. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Aviation:** Innovation opportunity for the aviation industry to improve the airport security experience for passengers. - **Technology:** Opportunity for technology companies to create sensor and data-driven solutions for airport security. - **Transportation:** The transportation industry could benefit from the implementation of smart security lines to improve overall efficiency and reduce wait times for passengers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Backed Airport Lanes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clear.md) - [In-Transit Entertainment Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intransit-entertainment.md) - [Airport Sleep Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airport-dimensions.md) - [High-Performance Travel Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/departures-seating.md) - [Personalized Airport Assistance](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skipq.md) - [Contactless Airport Shops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airport-shop.md) - [Sensory-Friendly Airport Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sensoryfriendly-space.md) - [Relaxing Airplane Seat Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tranquil-airlines-seating-technology.md) - [Tech-Equipped Suitcase Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oogo-smart-luggage.md)