Gemini Systems In-Use at 2008 Beijing Olympics to Safeguard Checkpoints

BILLERICA, Mass.—Aug 6, 2008--American Science and Engineering, Inc. (NASDAQ: ASEI) (AS&E®), a leader in X-ray detection technology, said today that fifteen Gemini Parcel Inspection Systems are securing key checkpoints at the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games.

"We are very proud to be selected to support security efforts for the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games," said Anthony Fabiano, President and CEO. "At this important global event, Beijing's Olympic officials will safeguard the world's greatest athletes and event attendees with the only proven multi-technology X-ray system. AS&E's unique Gemini system has two imaging systems in one machine -- dual-energy transmission for metallic detection plus proprietary Z Backscatter technology for enhanced organic detection. Together, they are providing Olympic officials with a safe, reliable, and comprehensive means of detecting explosive threats and contraband in parcels at strategic checkpoints."

About Geminiâ„¢
Gemini is the first conventional parcel inspection system on the market to combine dual-energy transmission and proprietary Z Backscatterâ„¢ X-rays, allowing operators to obtain the most information about the contents of a parcel. Operators simultaneously view two images, a Z Backscatter image and a dual-energy image, dramatically increasing the likelihood of finding illegal materials hidden in parcels. Gemini's unique capability to detect both metallic and non-metallic threats -- even in cluttered environments -- makes it an invaluable inspection tool for security officials.