Cargo screening apparatus
First Claim
1. A detector system for detecting and reporting electromagnetic energy which may be associated with devices restricted from use onboard aircraft, comprising:
- a) chamber means to isolate the test area from externally generated electromagnetic energy;
b) antenna means positioned within said chamber means to receive electromagnetic energy;
c) detector means connected to said antenna means for detecting said received electromagnetic energy; and
d) interface means connected to said detector means for reporting the presence of said electromagnetic energy.
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Abstract
The apparatus of the invention detects and reports the presence of electromagnetic energy which may interfere with flight systems, be associated with devices restricted from use onboard aircraft or may be used as a triggering means for a hazardous device. The apparatus includes a chamber (10) for containing object to be tested in an environment shielded from externally generated electromagnetic energy. The invention further includes equipment for receiving (30), detecting (40), and reporting (50) the presence of electromagnetic energy within the chamber (10). The invention is primarily for use in determining the presence of hazards in aircraft cargo but can easily be adapted for other uses.
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14 Claims
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1. A detector system for detecting and reporting electromagnetic energy which may be associated with devices restricted from use onboard aircraft, comprising:
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a) chamber means to isolate the test area from externally generated electromagnetic energy;
b) antenna means positioned within said chamber means to receive electromagnetic energy;
c) detector means connected to said antenna means for detecting said received electromagnetic energy; and
d) interface means connected to said detector means for reporting the presence of said electromagnetic energy. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6)
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7. A detector system for detecting electromagnetic radiation comprising:
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a) a chamber means to isolate the test area from externally generated electromagnetic radiation;
b) an antenna means positioned with said chamber means to receive electromagnetic radiation from a specified area;
c) a detector means connected to said antenna means for detecting said received electromagnetic radiation; and
d) an interface means connected to said detector means for reporting any electromagnetic radiation detected. - View Dependent Claims (8, 9, 10, 11)
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12. A method for preventing hazardous items from being introduced in to air cargo or public conveyances or other areas of concern, comprising the steps of:
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a) locating a suspect item in a test chamber shielded from externally generated electromagnetic energy; and
b) detecting within the test chamber electromagnetic energy which may be associated with a device used to trigger a hazardous device; and
c) identifying said item for additional examination. - View Dependent Claims (13, 14)
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