I was right and the first to say way back when it was xray that black thingy. Found this:
http://www.dmgov.org/Departments/Police/Pages/BombSquad.aspx
bbmMuch of the equipment used in explosive ordinance disposal operations have been upgraded and increased the range and capabilities of the bomb technicians at the scene. Upgraded environmental monitoring, equipment access, equipment deployment, technological improvements in x-ray processing and remote operations has vastly improved the capabilities and speed with which technicians can identify and mitigate explosive hazards. Multiple classified and sensitive equipment systems and capabilities are available to the technicians. Many of the “hands on” approaches traditionally applied are now accomplished remotely.
http://www.dmgov.org/Departments/Police/Pages/BombSquad.aspx