Researcher: Dr Robert Muir
Research Institution: ANCON Technologies Limited
Overview:
ANCON Technologies Limited is seeking industry partners to commercialise their explosives detection system and participate in the creation of opportunities for potential applications.
Product:
• Novel ultrasensitive explosives detection system capable of detecting explosives from a distance;
• ANCON has developed a detector, known as nanotechnology Molecular Tagging (NMT), capable of detecting ions at concentrations many orders of magnitude less than current fielded detection systems;
• A modified IMS has been designed and built, and an interface constructed;
• The prototype device is under test and has shown detection limits <0.6ppb f
Market:
• Potential markets include vehicle checkpoints, military installations, airports and border entry points and event access points; and
• Potential end-users include military, border agencies, police forces, infrastructure protection agencies, and civilian security agencies.
Benefits:
• The NMT is a technology platform readily adaptable to various applications orders of magnitude lower than ppt have been measured in the laboratory and in the field;
• Such sensitivity introduces the potential of remote detection of explosives; and
• Remote and fast detection.
Partners:
Industry partners are sought to commercialise the product and participate in the creation of opportunities for potential applications.
Contact Details:
Email Dr Robert Muir at robert.muir@ancontechnologies.com
