Researchers at the Transportation Security Administration have designed virtual reality technology to effectively pat-down a person without touching them directly, according to materials recently published online by the Department of Homeland Security .

The conceptual technology, known as a "wearable sensor for contactless physical assessment," combines touchless sensors, cameras, and a haptic feedback pad with a virtual reality headset to "physically simulate" the "sensation" of a traditional screening. DHS has applied to patent the device , and 404 Media originally reported on the technology.

A description of the wearable device noted that the technology "can minimize potential harm when touching unsafe objects, preserve individual privacy during a security screening, or safely

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