Tx-VIEW FOR ZBV®
TRANSMISSION X-RAY IMAGING TECHNOLOGY FOR THE ZBV SYSTEM
Tx-VIEW IMAGING DISPLAYS METALLIC OBJECTS TO COMPLEMENT THE PROVEN Z BACKSCATTER IMAGING THAT HAS MADE THE ZBV SYSTEM THE NUMBER ONE-SELLING CARGO SCREENING SYSTEM.
Enhanced detection of threats and contraband through a combination of proven technologies
AS&E’s new Tx-View option for ZBV allows ZBV operators to simultaneously acquire dual-energy transmission images and photo-like Z Backscatter images of scanned vehicles for enhanced detection of threats and contraband. This combination provides Customs and security officials with the lowest cost, multi- technology, mobile cargo and vehicle screening system available.
Using an innovative, low-profile detector design, the system is able to generate dual-energy images using the same X-ray source that generates the Z Backscatter images. Dual-energy transmission imaging provides enhanced detection of metallic threats and contraband, while Z Backscatter imaging provides photo-like images that are easy-to-interpret and highlight commonly-smuggled organic threats and contraband, such as narcotics, cigarettes, alcohol and currency.
With the ZBV operated in Stationary Scan Mode, dual-energy transmission and Z Backscatter images are acquired simultaneously as vehicles drive between the ZBV and the Tx-View trailer. When the Tx-View option is not deployed, the ZBV operates in normal drive-by mode.
The ZBV Tx-View option is deployed quickly and easily, is completely self-contained for storage and transport, and is built for the same rugged operating conditions as the ZBV.
AS&E’s new detector technology is packaged in highly durable, thin profile enclosures and used for both vertical and ground detectors. This combination of detectors provides dual-energy transmission images with no cut-off of typical passenger vehicles.
The Tx-View option is compatible with all models of ZBV and is available as an upgrade for current ZBV customers.
ZBV with the Tx-View option is ideal for use at critical infrastructure and other high-threat facilities, military installations, border crossings, and Customs checkpoints.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Operating Features
X-ray Source:
225 keV X-ray tube
Penetration:
45 mm (1.8 in) of steel at 1.5 kph
Scan Speeds:
Same as ZBV system
Tx-View Components:
Includes transport trailer with detector support structure, interconnect cables and panel, vertical and ground detectors, low-profile ramp, and trailer hitch
Wind Loads:
Sustained 56 kph (35 mph); Gusts to 72 kph (45 mph)
Set-up Time:
~30 minutes
Tunnel Width:
C and R-Class: 4.6m (15ft)
S-Class: 4m (13ft 6in)
Tunnel Height:
Open tunnel for no restriction on vehicle height
Field of View
Z Backscatter:
C and R-Class:
Ground to 3.6m (11ft 10in)
S-Class
Ground to 3.6m (11ft 10in)
Dual-energy:
C and R-Class:
Ground to 2.8m(9ft1in)
S-Class
Ground to 2.5m (8ft 3in)
Dimensions
Stowed in Trailer
Deployed
Width:
2.2m (7ft 2in)
2.2m (7ft 2in)
Length:
4.7m (15ft 6in)
4.7m (15ft 6in)
Height:
2m (6ft 6in)
4.8m (15ft 8in)
Weight:
1,089kg (2,400lbs)
Image Analysis Tools
Image Analysis Features:
Same as ZBV system with the addition of the following Image Analysis Tools:
Show Greyscale
Toggles images between showing all colors or greyscale
Show Organics:
Displays only the objects classified as “Low Z-effective” or organic
Show Metallics:
Displays only the objects classified as “High Z-effective” or metallic
Show Mixed Materials:
Displays only the objects classified as mixed materials
Health and Safety
Dose to Cargo:
Less than 0.1 μSv (0.01 mR) per scan, at an average speed of 5 kph (3 mph) at standard scan distance
Environmental/Operator Dose:
Less than 1 μSv (0.1 mR) in any one hour
Radiation Standard:
Conforms to ANSI N43.3–2008
For General Radiation Safety Installations using non-medical X-ray and sealed gamma-ray sources, energies up to 10 MeV
X-ray Source:
225 keV X-ray tube
Penetration:
45 mm (1.8 in) of steel at 1.5 kph
Scan Speeds:
Same as ZBV system
Tx-View Components:
Includes transport trailer with detector support structure, interconnect cables and panel, vertical and ground detectors, low-profile ramp, and trailer hitch
Wind Loads:
Sustained 56 kph (35 mph); Gusts to 72 kph (45 mph)
Set-up Time:
~30 minutes
Tunnel Width:
C and R-Class: 4.6m (15ft)
S-Class: 4m (13ft 6in)
Tunnel Height:
Open tunnel for no restriction on vehicle height
Field of View
Z Backscatter:
C and R-Class:
Ground to 3.6m (11ft 10in)
S-Class
Ground to 3.6m (11ft 10in)
Dual-energy:
C and R-Class:
Ground to 2.8m(9ft1in)
S-Class
Ground to 2.5m (8ft 3in)
Dimensions
Stowed in Trailer
Deployed
Width:
2.2m (7ft 2in)
2.2m (7ft 2in)
Length:
4.7m (15ft 6in)
4.7m (15ft 6in)
Height:
2m (6ft 6in)
4.8m (15ft 8in)
Weight:
1,089kg (2,400lbs)
Image Analysis Features:
Same as ZBV system with the addition of the following Image Analysis Tools:
Show Greyscale
Toggles images between showing all colors or greyscale
Show Organics:
Displays only the objects classified as “Low Z-effective” or organic
Show Metallics:
Displays only the objects classified as “High Z-effective” or metallic
Show Mixed Materials:
Displays only the objects classified as mixed materials
Dose to Cargo:
Less than 0.1 μSv (0.01 mR) per scan, at an average speed of 5 kph (3 mph) at standard scan distance
Environmental/Operator Dose:
Less than 1 μSv (0.1 mR) in any one hour
Radiation Standard:
Conforms to ANSI N43.3–2008
For General Radiation Safety Installations using non-medical X-ray and sealed gamma-ray sources, energies up to 10 MeV
Compatible with all ZBV Systems
The ZBV Tx-View is compatible with all ZBV system models.
Z Backscatter image highlights drug simulants, while dual-energy image displays a propane tank and a semi-automatic assault weapon.
Z Backscatter image highlights bulk explosive simulant, while dual-energy image displays an artillery shell.