# Z Portal System Detect Explosives and Contraband in Cars By TechnoGadget | Published 2006-11-28 | World Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/z-portal-system-detect-stowaways-explosives-and-other-contraband References: [phx.corporate-ir.net](http://phx.corporate-ir.net/phoenix.zhtml?c=111923&p=irol-newsArticle&ID=935995&highlight;=) Every time we go to the airport we always encountered their x-ray machines, but imagine if we can apply these x-ray machines to detect explosives and contrabands in vehicles. The [American Science and Engineering](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maritime-transportation-system) announced their second generation Z Portal, a high-throughput, [drive-through cargo and vehicle screening system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hightraffic-infrastructure) with multi-view Z Backscatter imaging to detect stowaways, explosives, and other contraband. It generates images from three sides of the object under examination -- for left, right, and top-down screening of the cargo. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.5/10 - Popularity: 4% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **High-throughput Vehicle Screening:** Using drive-through cargo and vehicle screening systems with multi-view imaging enables efficient detection of explosives and contraband. - **Z Backscatter Imaging:** Utilizing Z Backscatter imaging technology provides detailed images from multiple perspectives, enhancing the accuracy of screening results. - **Top-down Cargo Screening:** Implementing top-down screening of cargo offers comprehensive examination, minimizing the risk of undiscovered stowaways or contraband. ### Where This Applies - **Transportation Security:** Applying advanced screening systems to the transportation industry enhances security and ensures safe passage of cargo and vehicles. - **Law Enforcement:** Integrating drive-through screening technology supports law enforcement agencies in detecting and preventing the transportation of illegal substances. - **Logistics:** Implementing high-throughput vehicle screening systems strengthens logistics operations by minimizing the risk of contraband infiltrating the supply chain. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bulk Food X-Ray Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mettlertoledo-x3-series.md) - [Flexible Manufacturing X-Ray Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mettlertoledo-x6-series.md) - [AI-Powered Bakery X-Ray Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eriez-senseguard.md) - [X-Ray Meat Packaging Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xray-inspection-system.md) - [Contraband-Detecting Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/narc-robot-concept.md) - [High-Speed Factory Inspection Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/x34c-xray-inspection-system.md) - [Revolutionary Medical Imaging Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/medical-imaging-systems.md) - [Advanced 3D X-Ray Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-xray.md) - [Magnetic Mine-Detection Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minedetection-system.md)