Topic: X Ray Van

2 chapters across the catalog

Obama Insane?
Episode 247 36:43 - 42:40

247: Obama Insane?

Z-Backscatter Mobile X-Ray Vans

Fox News reports on the use of Z-Backscatter vans by law enforcement and private companies to x-ray vehicles and cargo in public spaces. The hosts express concern over the health risks of "human subjects" being irradiated without consent and the potential for illegal searches of private property. They compare the lack of outcry over these vans to the public backlash against Google Street View cars.

Eggs & Poop
Episode 229 1:37:07 - 1:41:00

229: Eggs & Poop

Z Backscatter Van, X-Ray Surveillance, AS&E Technology

American Science and Engineering (AS&E) is marketing the Z Backscatter Van, a vehicle that can x-ray other cars and containers while driving. The hosts question the physics of the device and the health risks associated with blasting x-rays in urban environments.