Explosive Chemical Signature-Based Detection of IEDs Navy SBIR FY2004.2 - Quick Response Topics Sol No.: Navy SBIR FY2004.2 Topic No.: N04-901 Topic Title: Explosive Chemical Signature-Based Detection of IEDs Proposal No.: N042-901-0687 Firm: Nomadics, Inc. 1024 S. Innovation Way Stillwater, Oklahoma 74074-1508 Contact: Colin Cumming Phone: (405) 372-9535 Web Site: www.nomadics.com Abstract: All explosive devices, including IEDs, have chemical signatures that to date have been underexploited as a means of detction. Nomadics is proposing to employ chemical sensing methods to determine if suspected items contain explosive elements or not. Using the Fido ultra-trace detector as the core sensing element, Nomadics will integrate the sensor onto small robotic vehicles such as the USMC Dragon Runner. This work draws upon earlier tests that have demonstrated the ability of the Fido sensor to detect the explosives vapors given off by IEDs. Benefits: The proposed system will provide armed forces with a new tool for use in asymmetric warfare. It will easily transition into use by federal, state, and local bomb detection squads. Return