Definition of Explosive detection system

1. Noun. A rapid automatic system to detect plastic explosives in passengers' luggage using X-ray technology and computers; designed for use in airports.

Exact synonyms: Eds
Generic synonyms: System

Lexicographical Neighbors of Explosive Detection System

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exploristas
explornography
explosibility
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explosimeter
explosimeters
explosion
explosion-proof
explosionlike
explosions
explosive
explosive charge
explosive compound
explosive decompression
explosive detection system (current term)
explosive device
explosive mixture
explosive speech
explosive trace detection
explosive unit
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expoliation
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Literary usage of Explosive detection system

Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:

1. Aviation Security: Federal Action Needed to Strengthen Domestic Air Cargo by Cathleen A. Berrick (2006)
"Figure 6 shows explosive detection system technology being used to screen break bulk cargo as part of TSA's pilot test1 1 Phase I testing of the EDS pilot ..."

2. Report of the President's Commission on Aviation Security and Terrorism (1993)
"Despite these drawbacks to TNA and the absence of any other approved explosive-detection system, FAA issued a rule effective October 5, 1989, permitting it ..."

3. Technology Against Terrorism: Structuring Security (1994)
"3, 1991. is evidenced in the explosive detection system (EDS) regulations published in September ..."

4. Aviation Security: Development of New Security Technology by DIANE Publishing Company (1994)
"Furthermore, the report noted that these devices will become essential building blocks for an explosive detection system that could reasonably be installed ..."

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