A Virtual Design of an Airport Inspection System

Virtual simulations are becoming increasingly important in many areas of engineering and design. Increased computing power is enabling more realistic interactions as well as more complex simulations. A virtual luggage inspection system has been developed incorporating a realistic suitcase model. The models are obtained from several different methods, demonstrating flexibility. Contact detection has been implemented allowing object interaction and manipulation. Force feedback has been integrated, and a force response scheme developed, enabling grasped objects to be felt and evaluated. A fairly robust virtual system capable of handling several applications is presented.