Australian airport tests 3D bags analysis for liquid collection and gel problems

The safety technology being tested at the Australian airport in Melbourne could mean that passengers will no longer have to separate their laptops, liquids or gels from their carry-on luggage when they entry into the terminal.

While current technology uses two-dimensional imaging, Smiths Detection's new "smart way" uses CT to produce a 3D image of what's in your bag.

"This computer tomography technology is exactly the same type of technology that is used by the medical profession to analyze the human body," said Jordan Thrupp, general manager of Smiths Detection.

Thrupp said that while current technology is adequate, the new technology will bring airport security to a "higher level".

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He said he expects the security system to generate national interest and he is confident that the technology will be deployed in the coming years.

"We are planning adoption by the general public over the next two years," said Thrupp.

Improved scanning combined with "smarter algorithms" makes the process "easier and more efficient" for operators and "advanced and improved" for passengers.

The Melbourne-Sydney air corridor is the fifth busiest in the world, with 35 million people crossing the airport each year.

Thrupp stated that unpacking and repackaging at the security checkpoint was generally a major cause of congestion, throttling points and bottlenecks at checkpoints.

"While the traveling public generally accepts the need for aviation safety because of the threat posed by those who want to inflict damage, this does not mean that there is no need for security in the air. stress.

"This technology is an important way to enhance the passenger experience."

The technology will cost more at the airport, but Simon Gandy, head of aviation at Melbourne Airport, is committed to improving "the traveler 's experience.

"As the busiest Australian airport around the clock, we will continue to find ways to implement new technologies and upgrades," Gandy said. Fairfax Media.

The pilot project has been underway since mid-October.

"Our goal is to be able to offer this product to the industry because we believe that it not only contributes to achieving a high level of safety, but also to the customer. improvement of the passenger facilitation experience. "

3D scanners with automatic explosive detection technology are being tested at airports in London, the United States and Amsterdam. Daily mail reported.