| CLIENT |
The
Forensic Science Service and the Metropolitan Police. |
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| PROBLEM |
To
design a simple to use device that would provide a
non contact, non evidence contaminating, method of
screening stains at a crime scene to identify blood. |
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| SOLUTION |
An
LED based reflectance spectrophotometer with a special
focusing system to ensure an accurate and repeatable
distance from the sample for measurement, plus a miniature
spectrometer, rechargeable battery pack and miniature
alphanumeric display. |
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| TECHNOLOGIES
REQUIRED |
Mechanical
engineering, Battery control, LED stabilising, Electronics,
Programmed logic, Display handling. |
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