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TSA and S&T to prototype self-service screening system

TSA and DHS S&T unveiled a prototype checkpoint technology, the self-service screening system, at Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) in Las Vegas, NV.

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Pod-Based Self-Service Screening Fact Sheet

The S&T Screening at Speed Program, along with the TSA Innovation Task Force, is developing a pod-based self-service screening checkpoint for PreCheck® travelers to increase autonomy, reduce pat downs and bag inspections, and give Transportation Security Officers (TSOs) more time to assist other passengers. The futuristic pod-based checkpoint design offers an exclusive experience for travelers to go at their own pace, ideally reducing stress and increasing traveler satisfaction at the checkpoint.

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Lane-Based Self-Service Screening Fact Sheet

The S&T Screening at Speed Program, along with the TSA Innovation Task Force, is developing a lane-based self-service screening checkpoint for PreCheck® travelers to increase autonomy, reduce pat downs and bag inspections, and give Transportation Security Officers (TSOs) more time to assist other passengers. While lane-based self-service screening may at first look like a normal checkpoint, its video prompts and option to self-resolve alarms with minimal intervention from TSOs is a whole new experience.

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Passenger Self-Service Screening Fact Sheet

Through concept designs, prototypes, hardware, and video analytics development, the S&T Screening at Speed Program, along with the TSA Innovation Task Force, is reimaging the airport screening experience. Passenger self-service screening aims to provide more autonomy to travelers, reduce pat downs and bag inspections, and optimize TSA resources while meeting security screening standards.

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Feature Article: A Self-Service Screening Option is Coming to the Airport

The pilot, part of S&T’s Screening at Speed Program, is scheduled to begin in January at Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas.

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S&T Conducts Remote Screening Demonstration at Cape Cod Gateway Airport

DHS S&T successfully conducted a demonstration of Remote Screening infrastructure for airport security checkpoints with the developer, Integrated Defense & Security Solutions (IDSS) at the Cape Cod Gateway Airport.

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Feature Article: S&T Funded Weapons-Detection Algorithm Studied at Las Vegas International Airport

Advanced algorithm detects non-explosive weapons prohibited on commercial aircraft. 

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News Release: S&T Awards Funding to Design Passenger Self-Screening Hardware System

DHS S&T Screening at Speed Program announced award in technology maturation funding to develop a passenger self-screening hardware subsystem for airport checkpoints.

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News Release: DHS-Funded Security Technology Licensed for Commercialization

S&T is pushing the boundaries of technology, architecture, and industry partnerships to meet TSA’s current and future challenges and improve the screening experience for both travelers and screeners.

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News Release: S&T Awards Start-up Funding for Self-Screening TSA Checkpoints

DHS S&T SVIP announces $199,950 in Phase 1 funding to Lauretta AI, LLC, a start-up based in Arlington, Massachusetts, to adapt their video analytic solution to meet TSA’s needs.