What is AI weapons detection for X-ray screening?

AI weapons detection software analyses the live image feed from a security X-ray machine and automatically identifies threats — firearms and their components, knives, ammunition, electroshock weapons, explosives and IEDs — drawing a box around them on screen in under a second, without any operator prompt. NeuralGuard EyeFox is trained on more than 12 million real annotated scans.

Do I need to replace my X-ray machine to add AI detection?

No. EyeFox connects between your existing X-ray machine and its monitor — no machine replacement and no firmware changes. RedteQ retrofits it to machines you already own or hire.

How accurate is EyeFox AI detection?

Over 90% detection with fewer than 5% false alarms, with sub-second detection time. Unlike a human screener it is immune to fatigue and distraction, on every bag, every shift.

Can AI let one operator run two X-ray lanes?

Yes. With EyeFox performing the specialist screening role autonomously, a single operator can oversee two lanes while the AI flags threats in real time — RedteQ has deployed this one-operator, two-lane model at Formula 1 and championship golf events.

Does EyeFox need an internet connection?

No — it runs fully offline, which makes it ideal for secure sites and temporary event checkpoints. Networked deployments can add the EyeFox Management System for live oversight of every lane from a control room, manager client or tablet.

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NeuralGuard EyeFox — integrated & supported by RedteQ

AI weapons detection for any X-ray machine

Upgrade the X-ray fleet you already have with automatic AI threat detection. Firearms, knives, ammunition, explosives and IED components — boxed and labelled on screen in under a second, on every bag, every shift.

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Detection in action

Real detections. No operator prompt.

AI X-ray detection flagging a firearm and hand grenade concealed in luggage

AI X-ray detection flagging ammunition concealed beside a laptop

AI X-ray detection flagging a firearm and liquid threat in a bag

AI X-ray detection flagging liquids, aerosols, gels and ammunition

AI X-ray detection flagging concealed USB devices

NeuralGuard EyeFox live detection screen at a UK event checkpoint

Detection coverage: firearms & components (handguns, rifles, SMGs, magazines, airsoft) · ammunition · metal, ceramic & folding knives · scissors, shurikens & work tools · electroshock weapons · hand grenades, pipe bombs & detonators · IEDs · liquids, aerosols & gels · knuckle-dusters, handcuffs and more.

How it works

Connect. Analyse. Flag.

Connect — EyeFox sits between your existing X-ray and its monitor. No machine replacement, no new firmware, no downtime.
Analyse — a deep-learning algorithm trained on 12 million+ real scans inspects every frame in real time, identifying whole objects and individual components, even disassembled or hidden behind dense electronics.
Flag — threats are boxed and labelled on screen in under a second for operator action. Works fully offline; detection libraries update remotely or offline, under your control.

AI-equipped X-ray screening lane installed by RedteQ at a UK venue — An AI-assisted RedteQ screening lane deployed at a championship venue.

Two X-ray lanes overseen by a single operator using AI detection at a golf tournament — One operator, two AI-assisted lanes — deployed by RedteQ at championship golf.

Checkpoint automation

One operator. Two lanes.

With EyeFox performing the specialist screener role autonomously, a single operator oversees two X-ray lanes at once — the AI detects and flags threats in real time while the operator manages exceptions and visitor flow.

Fewer skilled screeners, faster lanes and lower operating cost, without compromising detection standards. From Formula 1 to championship golf, RedteQ specifies, supplies and supports this model for high-profile UK events and venues — for hire or purchase, installed and commissioned by our own engineers.

Formula 1 case study

Networked screening

Every lane, one view

Networked EyeFox systems report to a dedicated server — cloud or local — giving management live oversight of every connected X-ray lane from a single interface.

Control room

Centralised threat monitoring across multiple entry points with live operational insight and immediate access to scan data.

Manager client

Search archived and live images by system ID, date, time and detected threat.

Recheck stations

Manual or automatic image sharing for structured secondary screening.

Operator tagging

Tag events true/false positive with bag-clear confirmation — building your audit trail.

Monitor from anywhere: security control rooms, site security offices, or mobile patrol tablets. Where EyeFox works: events · airports · mass transportation · border enforcement · public buildings · education · prisons · courthouses.

Try before you decide

See it catch real threats at our Farnborough demo facility

We run EyeFox live on X-ray machines at our own facility, passing packed bags with concealed inert weapons through the tunnel so you can watch the AI work. Bring your own test kit if you like — we enjoy the challenge.

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X-ray operator screen showing AI-assisted scanning at a major event

Automate your screening — keep your machines

Upgrade your existing X-ray fleet with EyeFox AI, or hire and buy AI-ready systems from our own fleet. Specified, installed and supported by RedteQ engineers.

Talk AI screening Call 0800 161 5512