What Is Automatic Foreign Body Detection

Automatic foreign object detection or "change detection" is a new wave of technology that allows us to detect anomalies in images. That means automatically checking trucks, cars, and trains for any object or chassis changes, and the ability to check for anything inappropriate is increasingly important in an age that seems to be dominated by terrorist attacks and senseless violence. Gatekeeper Security specializes in automatic foreign object detection, and we believe in its power in the security space.

How does it work?

Different automatic foreign object detection systems work in different ways. Some people are able to scan an area and identify if there is a change between scans; this applies to things like airport runways, where debris can cause a lot of damage. Additionally, some automated foreign object detection systems use cameras to compile high-resolution images, which are then automatically compared to reference images.

Under-vehicle automatic detection system

Safety professionals all over the world realize how important it is to implement automatic foreign object detection in vehicle inspections. Simply put: traditional manual inspection techniques are no longer up to the task. Gatekeeper's Automatic Under Vehicle Inspection System (AUVIS) is able to identify the make and model of the vehicle, compare the high-quality image to a reference image, detect any foreign objects or anomalies, and highlight them so they can be clearly seen by security personnel. This amazing technology can help enhance security at secure parking facilities, border crossings or checkpoints.

Automatic inspection of train chassis

Much like AUVIS, our train chassis automatic inspection system - GKR-TR11 - performs a full and complete scan to check for foreign objects and changes on the train chassis. Whether it's a passenger train or a freight train, the GKR-TR11 is able to scan the undercarriage of each train car to check for anything that doesn't fit.