A Cost-Benefit Analysis of Full-Body Scanners

Controversy erupted in 2010 when the use of full body scanners was included in the enhanced security procedures implemented by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). The devices, which produce “naked” images of passengers through the use of radio waves and X-rays, are able to detect plastic and chemical explosives similar to that used by “underwear … Continue reading A Cost-Benefit Analysis of Full-Body Scanners