A military and homeland security anti-terrorism security checkpoint
machine, system and method of detecting and deterring terrorist
infiltrations or attacks by vehicle bombs upon entry into high risk
locations. The described invention provides a means to safeguard security
checkpoint personnel, by allowing an inspection of the undercarriage of
the vehicles approaching a security checkpoint to occur from a remote
machine a safe stand-off distance away. Via the strategic use of a
combination of machines, security actions and methods of inspection all
calculated to isolate suspicious reactions and behavior, security
officers can better evaluate the intent of persons approaching the
checkpoint from a safe distance away as well as review in real-time, a
high quality digital video image of the full undercarriage of the vehicle
upon as it drives over the machine. Additionally, supporting
communications equipment and systems are employed in the use of the
present invention that allows real-time communication between the vehicle
and the stand-off security personnel, which can be useful in isolating
suspicious behavior in persons entering a facility, while still a safe
stand-off distance away. Digital image storage of the under-carriages of
entering cars can be utilized for security training or proof of diligence
in security procedures for legal and insurance purposes as well.