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MDI Developing Prototype for Next-Gen EDS Based on X-Ray Diffraction

Defense Daily Staff

Wednesday, October 23rd, 2013

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Morpho Detection Inc. (MDI) is developing a new-generation of explosive detection systems (EDS) based on X-Ray diffraction (XRD) technology, which can identify more complex threat materials than the current EDS systems in use today at airports which are based on computed tomography, the company says. MDI began work on its next-generation EDS in 2011 with a $10 million contract from the Department of Homeland Security’s Science and Technology Directorate. Following studies and the development of bench top components and systems,…

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