The objective of this project is to improve homeland security by delivering a new technology which will allow the detection of threats, explosives, pathogens and chemicals which are hidden by a person or inside an object such as letters or luggage. The new technology is based on THz radiation and advanced active and passive sensor concepts. In combination with existing sensors this will lead to an increased level of security at public places for example airports. This new class of sensors will support governments, agencies and public authorities in their effort to protect the public against terrorism. The technological objectives are:
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