Providing Illicit Drugs Results in Five Seconds Using Ultra-Portable NIR Technology
An ultra-portable NIR detector paired with a mobile app delivers non-destructive illicit drug analysis and purity results within five seconds.
This study details the field deployment of an ultra-compact near-infrared (NIR) detector connected to a mobile app, delivering drug identification and purity analysis within five seconds. Tested on cocaine, heroin, and cannabis, the method provides rapid, non-destructive results and geolocation tracking to support law enforcement.