Standoff laser-based spectroscopy for explosives detection

M. Gaft; L. Nagli

doi:10.1117/12.736631

7 November 2007 Standoff laser-based spectroscopy for explosives detection

M. Gaft, L. Nagli

Proceedings Volume 6739, Electro-Optical Remote Sensing, Detection, and Photonic Technologies and Their Applications; 673903 (2007) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.736631
Event: Optics/Photonics in Security and Defence, 2007, Florence, Italy

Abstract

Real time detection and identification of explosives at a standoff distance is a major issue in efforts to develop defense against so-called Improvised Explosive Devices (IED). It is recognized that the only technique, which is potentially capable to standoff detection of minimal amounts of explosives is laser-based spectroscopy. LDS activity is based on a combination of laser-based spectroscopic methods with orthogonal capabilities. Our technique belongs to trace detection, namely to its micro-particles variety. It is based on commonly held belief that surface contamination was very difficult to avoid and could be exploited for standoff detection. We has applied optical techniques including gated Raman and time-resolved luminescence spectroscopy for detection of main explosive materials, both factory and homemade. We developed and tested a Raman system for the field remote detection and identification of minimal amounts of explosives on relevant surfaces at a distance of up to 30 meters.

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M. Gaft and L. Nagli "Standoff laser-based spectroscopy for explosives detection", Proc. SPIE 6739, Electro-Optical Remote Sensing, Detection, and Photonic Technologies and Their Applications, 673903 (7 November 2007); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.736631

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