Chemical Imaging Technology for Detecting Explosives
40m Standoff Detection of Explosive Residue
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Chemical Imaging combines molecular spectroscopy and digital imaging, and has been demonstrated for rapid, non-contact optical sensing of explosives and materials associated with the use of homemade explosives (HMEs). Chemical Imaging that combines Raman hyperspectral imaging, short wave infrared (SWIR) hyperspectral imaging and/or fluorescence hyperspectral imaging is suitable for the detection of trace levels of explosives in the presence of complex environmental backgrounds without the use of amplification or enhancement techniques.
Why Use Chemical Imaging Technology for Explosives Detection?
- Combats the use of HMEs in support of homeland security
- Permits real-time, on-the-move (OTM) detection capability
- Minimizes hazards associated with explosive agents through use of automation, robotics and standoff detection
- Provides a basis for mobile, field-hardened sensor development due to photonics technology which can be configured to minimize size, weight and power consumption
- Enables non-contact, reagentless detection of multiple explosives simultaneously, including their precursors and degradation products
- Delivers explosive detection sensitivity with low false alarm rates by using sensor fusion concepts
- Exploits a comprehensive, upgradeable signature library for discrimination of hoaxes and threats
- Discriminates trace explosives on human and hard targets
- Developed and validated in close concert with US Government agencies
Available Capability
ChemImage, in partnership with the US Government, developing and validating explosive detection sensors that operate in point, proximity, remote and standoff modes. For laboratory use, the FALCON II™ , a point sensor, and CONDOR™ , a proximity sensor, are Chemical Imaging platforms that are currently available from ChemImage. Please contact ChemImage for additional information on our remote and standoff capabilities.
