Proceedings of the Expert Workshop on Explosive Detection Techniques for Use in Mine Clearance and Security Related Requirements

Abstract

In spite of intensive efforts in the research and development of improved tools in the detection and identification of anti personal land mines, no advanced tool has yet been fielded. The use of metal detectors together with the use of dogs and mechanical devices are the present standard. A first prototype combining the detection of metal components (metal detector) and the search for anamolies (GPR) will pass in the very near future a systematic test phase. However, mine clearance could significantly benefit from the availability of a reliable device for the location explosive material. Moreover, it could become a key component in the context of countermeasures against terrorism and enhancing security of commercial aviation, container shipment, crucial infrastructure etc.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 01, 2003
Accession Number
ADA420167

Entities

People

  • Jernej Cimpersek

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • Counter IED
  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Sensors

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Chemical Elements
  • Chemical Synthesis
  • Chemical Warfare Agents
  • Chemistry
  • Detection
  • Detectors
  • Diffraction
  • Explosive Devices
  • Explosives
  • Explosives Detection
  • Homeland Defense
  • Materials Laboratories
  • Materials Science
  • Materials Testing
  • Plastic Explosives
  • Rocket Oxidizers
  • Warning Systems

Readers

  • Defense Technology Research and Development.
  • Military/Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Technology
  • Naval Mine Countermeasure Systems Development.