The Science of THOR LVX
THOR LVX provides direct, unambiguous detection of explosives and narcotics. This is achieved through a chemical fingerprinting process that works at a distance, allowing for detection through sealed containers. The following is an outline of the science behind the detection process.
THOR LVX uses gamma quanta at approximately 55 million electron-volts, in contrast to the lower energy level x-rays used in conventional systems. As the high energy gamma quanta scan through the container certain isotopes of Carbon, Nitrogen and Oxygen release a signature. This signature is another high energy gamma quanta. By accurately detecting and analyzing a combination of signatures a chemical fingerprint can be established. This fingerprint reveals a chemical structure and location. By comparing the fingerprint to a database of explosives and narcotics a proper identification can be made. Additionally, the quantity of chemical signatures allows for a volume to be calculated.
Upon determination of the type of chemical compound, quantity and location, the detection process is complete and the notification process begins. This can include notification to a local or remote monitoring building as well as notification to central authorities.
A representation of one of the photonuclear decay reactions, in this case revealing the existence of Nitrogen.
This process is what gives THOR LVX its detection power. Direct detection of the chemical composition of explosives and narcotics.