Sensors & Electronics
Macro Property Measurement
mm-Wave Imaging Technology (72)
Problem: Non-contact method needed for concealed weapon and contraband detection on people and in structures


Project Activity Scope (from Technical Overview Chart): Interaction Mechanisms through Integrated Systems
PNNL Solution:
- Developed mm-wave holographic imaging methods and devices
- Designed and demonstrated fixed installation imaging system
- Designed and demonstrated hand-held imaging equipment
- Delivered prototype equipment for field evaluation
- Capability resulted in R&D 100 Award
Capabilities Employed to Meet Client Needs: RF field interactions with materials; RF antenna design and evaluation; RF electronics; analog and digital electronics design; mechanical scanner design; holographic data interpretation method development; computer software development (system control, data acquisition, data analysis); system integration.
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Contact: Doug McMakin