From lectures to explosives detection: Laser pointer identifies dangerous chemicals in real-time

Wednesday, October 10, 2012 - 11:01 in Physics & Chemistry

By using an ordinary green laser pointer, the kind commonly found in offices and college lecture halls, an Israeli research team has developed a new and highly portable Raman spectrometer that can detect extremely minute traces of hazardous chemicals in real time. The new sensor's compact design makes it an excellent candidate for rapid field deployment to disaster zones and areas with security concerns.

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