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Title: Application of laser photothermal spectroscopy for standoff detection of trace explosive residues on surfaces

Journal Article · · Quantum Electronics (Woodbury, N.Y.)
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  1. Institute of Cryptography, Communications and Informatics, Moscow (Russian Federation)

Laser photothermal methods of standoff detection of trace explosive residues on surfaces are considered. The analysis is restricted to the most promising methods: photoacoustic spectroscopy, deflection spectroscopy, and IR photothermal imaging of objects under resonant irradiation. Particular attention is paid to the choice of radiation sources and detectors. Comparative analysis of the existing standoff detection methods for explosive particles on the object surface is performed. Prospects of laser photothermal spectroscopy in this field are discussed. (review)

OSTI ID:
21471329
Journal Information:
Quantum Electronics (Woodbury, N.Y.), Vol. 40, Issue 7; Other Information: DOI: 10.1070/QE2010v040n07ABEH014334; ISSN 1063-7818
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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