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Short-Pulse Laser Ablation of Energetic Materials for Threat Object Interrogation

Nan Shen | 18-FS-039

Executive Summary

We are studying the feasibility of combining spectroscopic techniques with short-pulse laser drilling to access the interior of a threat object to determine its cross-sectional material composition and dimensional profile. If successful, this study will provide the physical basis that enables the development of a successful diagnostic tool for threat object analysis in support of global security missions and nuclear threat reduction.