Laser-Based Optical Detection of Explosives offers a comprehensive review of past present and emerging laser-based methods for the detection of a variety of explosives. This book: Considers laser propagation safety and explains standard test material preparation for standoff optical-based detection system evaluation Explores explosives detection using deep ultraviolet native fluorescence Raman spectroscopy laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy reflectometry and hyperspectral imaging Examines photodissociation followed by laser-induced fluorescence photothermal methods cavity-enhanced absorption spectrometry and short-pulse laser-based techniques Describes the detection and recognition of explosives using terahertz-frequency spectroscopic techniques Each chapter is authored by a leading expert on the respective technology and is structured to supply historical perspective address current advantages and challenges and discuss novel research and applications. Readers are left with an in-depth understanding and appreciation of each technologyâs capabilities and potential for standoff hazard detection. . Language: English