Detecting concealed objects at a checkpoint

Communications: directive radio wave systems and devices (e.g. – Transmission through media other than air or free space

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C342S027000, C342S042000, C342S044000

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ABSTRACT:
Disclosed are systems, methods, devices, and apparatus to interrogate a clothed individual with electromagnetic radiation to determine if a concealed object is being carried. This determination includes establishing data corresponding to an image of the individual with a pair of opposed, semi-cylindrical array panels each configured to interrogate the individual with electromagnetic radiation in the 200 MHz to 1 THz range.

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