Combating Nuclear Smuggling: DHS Needs to Consider the Full Costs and Complete All Tests Prior to Making a Decision on Whether to Purchase Advanced Portal Monitors

· DIANE Publishing
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The DHS¿s Domestic Nuclear Detection Office (DNDO) is responsible for addressing the threat of nuclear smuggling. Radiation detection portal monitors are key elements in our national defenses against such threats. DNDO has sponsored testing to develop new monitors, known as advanced spectroscopic portal (ASP) monitors, to replace radiation detection equipment currently being used at ports of entry. ASPs are currently being tested and a decision on certification is due in Nov. 2008. This testimony addresses: (1) the highlights of a Sept. 2008 report on the life cycle cost estimate to deploy ASPs; and (2) preliminary observations from reviews of the current program of ASP testing. Illustrations.
The DHS¿s Domestic Nuclear Detection Office (DNDO) is responsible for addressing the threat of nuclear smuggling. Radiation detection portal monitors are key elements in our national defenses against such threats. DNDO has sponsored testing to develop new monitors, known as advanced spectroscopic...

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