Security screening method and apparatus
US7106056B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 5, 2003 |
| Grant date | Sep 12, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 17, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B5/06
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method and apparatus to screen individuals specifically for paramagnetic or ferromagnetic objects they may be carrying or wearing, before they enter a security area. The device comprises either a screening portal or a compact, hand-held magnetic gradiometer and its electronics. The device places all of the sensor arrays in close proximity to all parts of a subject's body, for screening purposes.
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