The 2007 High Priority Technical Needs Brochure published by Homeland Security defines critical focus areas for Border and Maritime research, falling primarily under the categories of
border security, cargo security and maritime security.[2]
Border security
Improved ballistic protection via personal protective equipment
Improve detection, tracking, and identification of all threats along the terrestrial and
maritime border
Non-lethal compliance measures for vehicles, vessels, or aircraft allowing for safe interdiction by law enforcement personnel
Non-destructive tools that allow for the inspection of hidden or closed compartments to find
contraband or security threats
Improved analysis and decision-making tools that will ensure the development/implementation of border security initiatives
Ability for law enforcement personnel to quickly identify the origin of gunfire and classify the type of weapon fired
Ability for law enforcement officers to assure compliance of lawful orders using non-lethal means
Cargo security
Enhanced screening and examination by non-intrusive inspection