Trace Chemical Sensing of Explosives (PDF)

This timely book covers the most recent developments in the
chemical detection of explosives in a variety of environments.
Beginning with a broad view of the need for and the potential
applications of chemical sensing, the book considers the issue of
how to effectively include chemical sensing into systems designed
to find hidden explosives devices. Offering a firsthand look at the
latest technologies direct from those who are actively developing
them, the book features:

* A look at the history of the field, including the contributions
of recent programs

* A brief explanation of the chemistry of various explosives and
differences in the place where they may be detected

* An introduction to the problems presented by trace element
sensing

* An overview and comparison of the technologies currently being
used and developed

* Case studies of field experiences with chemical sensors

* A look at the emerging threat of non-traditional
explosives

This book is an important reference for explosives engineers,
systems engineers involved in the development of related devices,
government agencies and NGOs involved in demining efforts, military
and law enforcement specialists in mines and explosive ordinance
disposal (EOD), as well as environmental scientists and chemists
involved in explosives research.

In addition to providing field workers with knowledge that will
help them decide where and how to search for explosives using
chemical sensors. It will provide them with an understanding of the
potential and the limitations of chemical sensing in their search
for and identification of dangerous devices.