Rapiscan Systems, Inc.

Rapiscan Security Products, Inc.

Rapiscan, Inc.

Rapiscan Security Products (usa), Inc.

James Carver

Andreas F Kotowski

The present specification discloses a readily relocatable X-ray imaging system for inspecting the contents of vehicles and containers, and a method for using the same. The system is relatively small in size, and is used for inspecting commercial vehicles, cargo containers, and other large objects. The X-ray imaging system has a substantially arch-shaped collapsible frame with an X-ray source and detectors disposed thereon. The frame is preferably collapsible via a plurality of hinges and may be deployed into an X-ray imaging position, and collapsed into a transport position.

Relocatable X-ray imaging system and method for inspecting commercial vehicles and cargo containers

Relocatable x-ray imaging system and method for inspecting commercial vehicles and cargo containers

A readily relocatable X-ray imaging system for inspecting the contents of vehicles and containers, and a method for using the same. In a preferred embodiment, the system is relatively small in size, and is used for inspecting commercial vehicles, cargo containers, and other large objects. The X-ray imaging, system comprises a substantially arch-shaped collapsible frame having an X-ray source and detectors disposed thereon. The frame is preferably collapsible via a plurality of hinges disposed thereon. A deployment means may be attached to the frame for deploying the frame into an X-ray imaging position, and for collapsing the frame into a transport position. The collapsible X-ray frame may remain stationary during X-ray imaging while a vehicle or container is driven through or towed through an inspection area defined under the frame. Alternatively, the collapsible X-ray frame may be movable relative to a stationary vehicle or container during X-ray imaging.

A readily relocatable X-ray imaging system for inspecting the contents of vehicles and containers, and a method for using the same. In a preferred embodiment, the system is relatively small in size, and is used for inspecting containers and passenger vehicles, such as cars, SUVs, and small trucks, at a variety of sites. The X-ray inspection system includes a substantially rectangular frame having an X-ray imaging system disposed thereon. The frame is detachably connected to a conveyor mechanism having a minimal height, which allows drivers and passengers of vehicles to readily step off of and onto the conveyor mechanism without the aid of steps, railings, and the like. In a preferred configuration, the conveyor mechanism includes two detachable sections comprising a plurality of rollers, or other transport mechanism, having a radio-transparent plate or belt resting thereon for transporting a vehicle or container through the inspection area under the X-ray frame.

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Cottage Grove, OR, United States of America

James Carver