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explosive detection system

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Noun1.explosive detection system - a rapid automatic system to detect plastic explosives in passengers' luggage using X-ray technology and computers; designed for use in airports
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system - instrumentality that combines interrelated interacting artifacts designed to work as a coherent entity; "he bought a new stereo system"; "the system consists of a motor and a small computer"


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1) Federal employees use an explosive detection system to inspect baggage at Burbank Airport on Thursday, part of a new federal mandate on airport security.
FLY THE SAFER SKIES AIRPORTS RUSH TO MEET SECURITY DEADLINE by Daily News (Los Angeles, CA)
The Vehicular Explosive Detection System can be driven beside parked cars or trucks to detect concealed explosives and drugs.
Detection technology firm acquires competitor in bid to expand ... by Purser, Travis / Los Angeles Business Journal
The eXaminers will be deployed as a networked explosive detection system (NEDS), offering unprecedented baggage throughput of 600 bags per hour when operating within the fully integrated BHS environment.
L-3 Communications to Supply eXaminer and VIS Explosive Detection ... by Business Wire
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