Tuesday, June 8, 2010

Lasers Could 'Sense' Vapours Released By Explosives

Scientists believe robots might soon replace people in the search for landmines

From The BBC:

UK scientists claim to have developed laser technology able to sense hidden explosives.

The technology could help to detect landmines and roadside bombs and to improve airport security.

The team from University of St Andrews produced a laser by "pumping" a type of plastic called polyfluorene with photons from another light source.

They found the laser reacted with vapours from explosives such as TNT.

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My Comment: I think I can speak for all soldiers (and innocent civilians) in warzones ..... faster please.

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