Application of neutron generators for high explosives, toxic agents and fissile material detection

The portable pulsed neutron generators developed and designed by VNIIA are presented. The neutron methods are good tools for non-destructive assay of dangerous materials. The samples of various systems for the detection of high explosives in luggage, identification of toxic agents in chemical munitions, and also for the prevention of illicit trafficking of fissile elements in passengers' luggage are discussed. (c) 2005 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.