Survey of Commercially Available Explosives Detection Technologies and Equipment 2004
Chapter 1. Introduction
Major Types of Explosives Detection
Chapter 2. Explosives Detection System Purchase Considerations
Overview
Key Words
Applications for Explosives Detection
Explosives Equipment Operational Considerations
Explosives Detection System Performance Parameters
1. Sensitivity
2. False Alarm Rates
3. Nuisance Alarms
4. Interferents
Calibration and Maintenance of Equipment
Possible Legal Issues
General Advice for Buyers
Conclusions on Purchase Considerations
Chapter 3. Trace Explosives Detection Technologies
Introduction to Trace Detection
Explosives Vapor Detection
Explosives Particulate Detection
Choosing Particulate or Vapor Detection Methods
Trace Detection Technologies
Final Thoughts and Vendor Information
Chapter 4. Bulk Explosives Detection Technologies
Introduction to Bulk Detection
Imaging Technologies
X-ray Technologies
Computed Tomography (CT) Technique
Nuclear-Based Technologies
Neutron-Based Techniques
Pulsed Fast Neutron Activation
Pulsed Fast/Thermal Neutron Activation
Final Thoughts and Vendor Information
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