Detection Of Explosives And Landmines

Author : Hiltmar Schubert,Andrey Kuznetsov
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 247 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789401003971

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Detection of Explosives and Landmines by Hiltmar Schubert,Andrey Kuznetsov Pdf

This ARW is the third NATO-sponsored workshop on Explosives Detection and Humanitarian Demining. The previous events were • Detection and Destruction of Anti-Personnel Landmines Moscow, 1997 • Explosives Detection and Decontamination of the Environment Prague, 1997. Over the last decade applied research in Humanitarian Demining has made progress to some extend, but according to the tremendous tasks of Demining and the lack of scientific methods for practical detection of explosive devices, research activities are still of the same importance than ever before. Concerning countermeasures against terrorism the detection of explosives is one of the keyfactors, but the practical applications are not sufficient solved. An international exchange of research results are therefore urgent, to find out the most promising measures for application. The coincidence of this ARW and the terrible disaster of New York and Washington may demonstrate the importance of this task. In consequence the explosive device detection technologies can make a major contribution to collective, family and individual security. In developed countries, these technologies provide a strong deterrent and preventative measure against terrorist threats. In less developed regions, they can improve individual, institutional and state security, lessening the insecurity that motivates many terrorists acts. The elimination of landmine threats is just one of many ways of achieving this. However our attempts to meet the extremely difficult technical challenges posed by landmine and UXO contamination are inevitably leading us to new technological approaches.

Author : Jehuda Yinon
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 316 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 1999-09-09
Category : Science
ISBN : 0471983713

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Forensic and Environmental Detection of Explosives by Jehuda Yinon Pdf

Das erste Buch, das forensische und umweltspezifische Aspekte von Explosivstoffen miteinander verbindet! Dieser Leitfaden für Polizei, Umwelt- und gerichtsmedizinische Labors und fortgeschrittene Studenten der einschlägigen Fachrichtungen beschäftigt sich mit dem Nachweis von Explosivstoffen in Luftfrachtgütern, Gepäck, Fahrzeugen, verdächtigen Personen sowie in Boden- und Wasserproben. (08/99)

Author : Jacqueline MacDonald Gibson,Jacqueline MacDonald,J. R. Lockwood,John E. McFee,Thomas Altshuler,Thomas Broach
Publisher : Rand Corporation
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 0833033018

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Alternatives for Landmine Detection by Jacqueline MacDonald Gibson,Jacqueline MacDonald,J. R. Lockwood,John E. McFee,Thomas Altshuler,Thomas Broach Pdf

At the rate that government and nongovernmental organizations are clearing existing landmines, it will take 450-500 years to rid the world of them. Concerned about the slow pace of demining, the Office of Science and Technology asked RAND to assess potential innovative technologies being explored and to project what funding would be required to foster the development of the more promising ones. The authors of this report suggest that the federal government undertake a research and development effort to develop a multisensor mine detection system over the next five to eight years.

Author : Manuel A. Armada,Alberto Sanfeliu,Manuel Ferre
Publisher : Springer
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2013-11-27
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 3319036521

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ROBOT2013: First Iberian Robotics Conference by Manuel A. Armada,Alberto Sanfeliu,Manuel Ferre Pdf

The interest in robotics has remarkably augmented over recent years. Novel solutions for complex and very diverse application fields (exploration/intervention in severe environments, assistive, social, personal services, emergency rescue operations, transportation, entertainment, unmanned aerial vehicles, medical, etc.), has been anticipated by means of a large progress in this area of robotics. Moreover, the amalgamation of original ideas and related innovations, the search for new potential applications and the use of state of the art supporting technologies permit to foresee an important step forward and a significant socio-economic impact of advanced robot technology in the forthcoming years. In response to the technical challenges in the development of these sophisticated machines, a significant research and development effort has yet to be undertaken. It concerns embedded technologies (for power sources, actuators, sensors, information systems), new design methods, adapted control techniques for highly redundant systems, as well as operational and decisional autonomy and human/robot co-existence. This book contains the proceedings of the ROBOT 2013: FIRST IBERIAN ROBOTICS CONFERENCE and it can be said that included both state of the art and more practical presentations dealing with implementation problems, support technologies and future applications. A growing interest in Assistive Robotics, Agricultural Robotics, Field Robotics, Grasping and Dexterous Manipulation, Humanoid Robots, Intelligent Systems and Robotics, Marine Robotics, has been demonstrated by the very relevant number of contributions. Moreover, ROBOT2013 incorporates a special session on Legal and Ethical Aspects in Robotics that is becoming a topic of key relevance. This Conference will be held in Madrid (28-29 November 2013), organised by the Sociedad Española para la Investigación y Desarrollo en Robótica (SEIDROB) and by the Centre for Automation and Robotics - CAR (Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (UPM) and Consejo Superior de Investigaciones Científicas (CSIC)), along with the co-operation of Grupo Temático de Robótica CEA-GTRob, Sociedade Portuguesa de Robotica (SPR), and Asociación Española de Promoción de la Investigación en Agentes Físicos (RedAF).

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 86 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Chemical detectors
ISBN : UIUC:30112113004805

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Analysis of Explosives-related Chemical Signatures in Soil Samples Collected Near Buried Land Mines by Anonim Pdf

Author : National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Board on Chemical Sciences and Technology,Committee on the Review of Existing and Potential Standoff Explosives Detection Techniques
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 148 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2004-05-14
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780309166034

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Existing and Potential Standoff Explosives Detection Techniques by National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Board on Chemical Sciences and Technology,Committee on the Review of Existing and Potential Standoff Explosives Detection Techniques Pdf

Existing and Potential Standoff Explosives Detection Techniques examines the scientific techniques currently used as the basis for explosives detection and determines whether other techniques might provide promising research avenues with possible pathways to new detection protocols. This report describe the characteristics of explosives, bombs, and their components that are or might be used to provide a signature for exploitation in detection technology; considers scientific techniques for exploiting these characteristics to detect explosives and explosive devices; discusses the potential for integrating such techniques into detection systems that would have sufficient sensitivity without an unacceptable false-positive rate; and proposes areas for research that might be expected to yield significant advances in practical explosives and bomb detection technology in the near, mid, and long term.

Author : Ronald L. Woodfin
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 396 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2006-12-15
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780470085196

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Trace Chemical Sensing of Explosives by Ronald L. Woodfin Pdf

This timely book covers the most recent developments in the chemical detection of explosives in a variety of environments. Beginning with a broad view of the need for and the potential applications of chemical sensing, the book considers the issue of how to effectively include chemical sensing into systems designed to find hidden explosives devices. Offering a firsthand look at the latest technologies direct from those who are actively developing them, the book features: A look at the history of the field, including the contributions of recent programs A brief explanation of the chemistry of various explosives and differences in the place where they may be detected An introduction to the problems presented by trace element sensing An overview and comparison of the technologies currently being used and developed Case studies of field experiences with chemical sensors A look at the emerging threat of non-traditional explosives This book is an important reference for explosives engineers, systems engineers involved in the development of related devices, government agencies and NGOs involved in demining efforts, military and law enforcement specialists in mines and explosive ordinance disposal (EOD), as well as environmental scientists and chemists involved in explosives research. In addition to providing field workers with knowledge that will help them decide where and how to search for explosives using chemical sensors. It will provide them with an understanding of the potential and the limitations of chemical sensing in their search for and identification of dangerous devices.

Author : Maurice Marshall,Jimmie C. Oxley
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 303 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2011-07-28
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780080923147

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Aspects of Explosives Detection by Maurice Marshall,Jimmie C. Oxley Pdf

Detection and quantification of trace chemicals is a major thrust of analytical chemistry. In recent years much effort has been spent developing detection systems for priority pollutants. Less mature are the detections of substances of interest to law enforcement and security personnel:in particular explosives. This volume will discuss the detection of these, not only setting out the theoretical fundamentals, but also emphasizing the remarkable developments in the last decade. Terrorist events—airplanes blown out of the sky (PanAm 103 over Lockerbie) and attacks on U.S. and European cities (Trade Center in New York and the Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City, railways in London and Madrid)--emphasize the danger of concealed explosives. However, since most explosives release little vapor, it was not possible to detect them by technology used on most organic substances. After PanAm 103 was downed over Scotland, the U.S. Congress requested automatic explosive detection equipment be placed in airports. This volume outlines the history of explosive detection research, the developments along the way, present day technologies, and what we think the future holds. Written by experts in the field who set out both the scientific issues and the practical context with authority Discusses and describes the threat Describes the theoretical background and practical applications of both trace and bulk explosives detection

Author : M. Krausa
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 155 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2012-11-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781402027161

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Vapour and Trace Detection of Explosives for Anti-Terrorism Purposes by M. Krausa Pdf

The fast detection of explosives from the vapor phase would be one way to enhance the protection of society against terrorist attacks. Up to now the problem of detection of explosives, especially the location of explosives whether at large areas e. g. station halls, theaters or hidden in cars, aircraft cargo, baggage or explosives hidden in crowds e. g. suicide bombers or bombs in bags has not been solved. Smelling of explosives like dogs do seems to be a valuable tool for a security chain. In general different strategies can be adopt to the basic problem of explosive detection: • bulk detection • vapor detection Normally meetings cover both aspects and applications of the detection. Even though both methods might fulfill special aspects of a general security chain the underlying scientific questions differ strongly. Because of that the discussions of the scientists and practitioners from the different main directions are sometimes only less specific. Therefore the NATO Advisory Panel in Security-Related Civil Science and Technology proposed a small series of NATO ARW's which focuses on the different scientific aspects of explosives detection methods. This book is based on material presented at the first NATO ARW of this series in Moscow which covered the topic: Vapor and trace detection of explosives. The second ARW was held in St. Petersburg and treated the topic Bulk detection methods. The third workshop was held in Warwick and focused on electronic noses which cover a somewhat different aspect of vapor detection.

Author : Daniel C. Leggett
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 34 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Land mines
ISBN : CORNELL:31924091171037

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Release of Explosive-related Vapors from Land Mines by Daniel C. Leggett Pdf

Study to identify the quantity and identity of vapors released from buried land mines in order to improve mine detection equipment. It includes DNT, RDX and TNT.

Author : Hiltmar Schubert,Andrey Kuznetsov
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 230 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789400709621

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Detection of Bulk Explosives Advanced Techniques against Terrorism by Hiltmar Schubert,Andrey Kuznetsov Pdf

Detection of Bulk Explosives: Advanced Techniques against Terrorism contains reviews of: existing and emerging bulk explosives detection techniques; scientific and technical policy of the Federal Border Service of the Russian Federation; challenges in application and evaluation of EDS systems for aviation security; multi-sensor approach to explosives detection. There are also reports devoted to the following individual explosive detection techniques: X-ray systems in airports; neutron in, gamma out techniques; neutron and gamma backscattering; nuclear quadruple resonance, including remote NQR; sub-surface radars; microwave scanners; laser-induced burst spectroscopy (LIBS); acoustic sensors; nonlinear location (NUD); systems for localization and destruction of explosive objects.

Author : Resi Gerritsen,Ruud Haak
Publisher : Dog Training Press
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2017-07-07
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9781550596908

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K9 Explosive and Mine Detection by Resi Gerritsen,Ruud Haak Pdf

A comprehensive guide to training and certifying K9 explosive detection teams Learn how to: - Train your K9 to detect and safely alert for explosive substances. - Conduct operational searches in buildings, vehicles, ships, and planes. - Train your dog for the specialized work of mine detection. In the high stakes realm of explosive detection, where even the smallest mistake can have fatal consequences, the margin of error is zero. Well trained dog-handler teams can play a key role in explosive detection, but only if their training is top notch. Dr. Resi Gerritsen and Ruud Haak have worked with police departments around the world to help them establish and improve their K9 explosive detection training programs, and in this book they share their expertise with handlers and trainers looking to enhance their own performance. They teach how to pick the right dog for explosive detection work, how to train the dog to detect explosives, and how to properly execute a variety of training and operational searches. They also provide some of the background knowledge you'll need about common explosives and the many factors that can influence a K9's work. Along with essential health and safety precautions for you and your dog, you'll also learn how to test and certify dogs and handlers to ensure excellent performance in the field.

Author : Avi Kagan,Jimmie C. Oxley
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 452 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2021-12-03
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780444641052

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Counterterrorist Detection Techniques of Explosives by Avi Kagan,Jimmie C. Oxley Pdf

Counterterrorist Detection Techniques of Explosives, Second Edition covers the most current techniques available for explosive detection. This completely revised volume describes the most updated research findings that will be used in the next generation of explosives detection technologies. New editors Drs. Avi Cagan and Jimmie Oxley have assembled in one volume a series of detection technologies written by an expert group of scientists. The book helps researchers to compare the advantages and disadvantages of all available methods in detecting explosives and, in effect, allows them to choose the correct instrumental screening technology according to the nature of the sample. Covers bulk/remote trace/contact or contact-less detection Describes techniques applicable to indoor (public transportation, human and freight) and outdoor (vehicle) detection Reviews both current techniques and those in advanced stages of development Provides detailed descriptions of every technique, including its principles of operation, as well as its applications in the detection of explosives

Author : James Byrnes
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2008-12-19
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781402092534

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Unexploded Ordnance Detection and Mitigation by James Byrnes Pdf

The chapters in this volume were presented at the July–August 2008 NATO Advanced Study Institute on Unexploded Ordnance Detection and Mitigation. The conference was held at the beautiful Il Ciocco resort near Lucca, in the glorious Tuscany region of northern Italy. For the ninth time we gathered at this idyllic spot to explore and extend the reciprocity between mathematics and engineering. The dynamic interaction between world-renowned scientists from the usually disparate communities of pure mathematicians and applied scientists which occurred at our eight previous ASI’s continued at this meeting. The detection and neutralization of unexploded ordnance (UXO) has been of major concern for very many decades; at least since the First World war. UXO continues to be the subject of intensive research in many ?elds of science, incl- ing mathematics, signal processing (mainly radar and sonar) and chemistry. While today’s headlines emphasize the mayhem resulting from the placement of imp- vised explosive devices (IEDs), humanitarian landmine clearing continues to draw signi?cant global attention as well. In many countries of the world, landmines threaten the population and hinder reconstruction and fast, ef?cient utilization of large areas of the mined land in the aftermath of military con?icts.

Author : Maurice Marshall,Jimmie C. Oxley
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 312 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2008-11-20
Category : Law
ISBN : UCSD:31822037150174

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Aspects of Explosives Detection by Maurice Marshall,Jimmie C. Oxley Pdf

"Terrorism and the threat from terrorist bombs are major problems of the modern era. The threat has driven major efforts to develop and implement new and improved explosives detectors. The contributors discuss explosives detection in detail, covering both theoretical fundamentals and practical applications. The historical background, established technologies, current developments and future prospects are all addressed."--BOOK JACKET.