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Stand-Off Terahertz Imaging and Spectroscopy Detection of Concealed Weapons and…
- Small Business Information
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Woman-Owned: NoMinority-Owned: NoHUBZone-Owned: No
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Fiscal Year: 2004Title: Stand-Off Terahertz Imaging and Spectroscopy Detection of Concealed Weapons and ExplosivesAgency: DHSContract: NBCHC050017Award Amount: $100,000.00
Abstract:
We propose to develop the design for a stand-off active terahertz imaging and spectroscopy system prototype for the detection of concealed threats at ranges up to 50 meters. Terahertz imaging has the potential to reveal concealed explosives; metallic and non-metallic weapons (such as ceramic, plastic or composite guns and knives); flammables; biological agents; chemical weapons and other threats. Because terahertz imaging employs safe non-ionizing radiation that penetrates clothing, people may be routinely scanned. Images can have sub-millimeter resolution, superior to longer wavelength techniques. Explosives, chemical weapons, and biological agents posses a spectral fingerprint in the terahertz regime. In phase I, elements of a long range time domain imaging system will be demonstrated. Parameters such as range, field of view, resolution, depth of field, size, weight and cost will be estimated.Small Business Information at Submission:Principal Investigator:
David A. Zimdars
Manager of Terahertz R and D
7348645639
dzimdars@picometrix.comPicotronix, Inc., dba Picometrix, Inc.
2925 Boardwalk Ann Arbor, MI 48104EIN/Tax ID: 383046674DUNS: N/ANumber of Employees:Woman-Owned: NoMinority-Owned: NoHUBZone-Owned: No
Award Information
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Agency: Department of Homeland Security |
Branch: N/A |
Award ID: 69335 |
Program Year/Program: 2004 / SBIR |
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Agency Tracking Number: 0421214 |
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Solicitation Topic Code: N/A |
Solicitation Number: N/A |