FTIR - Detection of Chemical Agents using passive IR remote sensing

Fourier transform-infrared (FTIR) remote sensors are increasingly used for the detection and identification of gas phase pollutants such as Chemical warfare Agents (CWAs) and Toxic Industrial Chemicals (TICs) in the Environment.

Passive Infrared Remote Sensing is the only method which facilitates mobile, fast, stand–off  low signature, detection of chemicals.

In light of this Bruker have developed RAPID and SIGIS II. The instrument is an automated infrared remote sensor for the fast detection of atmospheric trace gas and air pollutants at distances up to 5000 metres.

We also have the M-IR, that is a self-contained and rugged infrared spectrometer available as a powder + liquid or a dedicated liquid only laboratory standard analyser.