Stroboscopic liberation and methods of use

Details Stroboscopic liberation and methods of use Stroboscopic liberation and methods of use

2006-03-17

2010-11-16

Jarrett, Lore (Department: 1797)

Chemistry: analytical and immunological testing

Pyrolysis, combustion, or elevated temperature conversion

C436S171000, C436S059000, C356S320000, C422S078000, C422S068100, C422S023000, C250S494100, C250S390040, C250S282000, C435S006120, C315S224000, C073S031050, C313S154000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07833802

ABSTRACT:
The invention is directed to a system and method for detecting substances, such as explosives and/or drugs, using, in part, short bursts of energy light from a relatively low energy strobe. Embodiments include coupling the strobe with a detector for use in a portable hand-held unit, or a unit capable of being carried as a backpack. Embodiments further include placement of one or more stroboscopic desorption units and detectors in luggage conveyors systems, carry-on X-ray machines, and check-in counter locations.

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