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Israel: Bio-Chem-Explosiveâ Remote Detector Invented
Haaretz Daily,April 30, 2004 International Technologies Lasers (ITL), which is based in Rishon Letzion, has developed a device that can analyze and identify chemical elements by remote laser sensing harmless to the eyes and body. The significance is that for the first time cars and people may be scanned from several meters away to detect explosives, drugs or other illegal materials. The security establishment is showing a keen interest in the new device, and ITL is expected to sign a contract with the Public Security Ministry in the near future. Several branches of the United States security forces have also examined the device and are enthusiastic about its performance... Hmmm...Laser identification of materials, by remote telemetry. That would require applying X-ray technology to spectro-analysis. X-Ray-Laser synthesis could have implications in satellite technology. And, if lasers can detect weaponry, they could also be used to neutralize bio-chem agents by altering their chemistry. I am also impressed by the low investment cost factor. Posted by: Man Bites Dog 2004-04-30 |
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