Argos
Portable UV Raman instrument for standoff identification of explosives/HMEs, TICs/TIMs, hazardous materials, CWAs, and some narcotics. Detects bulk, residue, and trace samples at 0.7-15 m, chemical dependent.
Availability: Commercially Available: 45 days for delivery
| Manufacturer |
| Alakai Defense Systems |
| Product Name |
| Argos |
| Detection Category |
| Chemical; Explosives; |
| Detection Principle |
| Molecular Spectroscopy; |
| Detection Method |
| Raman Spectroscopy (Raman); |
| Application |
| Emergency Response; Bulk Analysis; Screening; Trace Analysis; Field Forensics; |
| Equipment Type |
| Instrument |
| Product Synopsis |
| Portable UV Raman instrument for standoff identification of explosives/HMEs, TICs/TIMs, hazardous materials, CWAs, and some narcotics. Detects bulk, residue, and trace samples at 0.7-15 m, chemical dependent. |
| Availability |
| Commercially Available: 45 days for delivery |
| Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 8 |
| Market Entry Date |
| 2023 |
| User Feedback Sources |
| MRIGlobal hands-on experience (library build)
FIU GFJCU hands-on experience (library build)
US Army Devcon CBC (NATO Testing) |
| Dimensions |
| 19.3 x 5.4 x 12.3 in (490 x 138 x 313 mm) with handle; 19.3 x 5.4 x 8.1 in (490 x 138 x 207 mm) without handle |
| Weight |
| 9.9 lb (4.5 kg) with handle; 7.7 lb (3.5 kg) without handle/battery; battery 1.0 lb (0.44 kg) |
| Power Requirements |
| Li-ion battery or 9-30 VDC barrel power; 60 W max, 16 W idle, 22 W firing; two NH3054HD34 batteries included |
| Transportability |
| Handheld |
| Ruggedness |
| IP54; MIL-STD-810H shock (40G SRS) and vibration; chemical resistance comparable to automotive paint |
| Operating Conditions |
| Operating: 0-40 C (32-104 F), excluding solar load; 95% RH non-condensing. Storage: -33-60 C (-27-140 F) |
| Consumables |
| None |
| Solvents/Reagents |
| None |
| Calibration Schedule |
| Built In Self-Calibration (Self-test & Teflon test) |
| Suggested Routine Maintenance |
| Preventative maintenance such as cleaning windows, and off-loading the data all can be done in the field by the user. |
| Available Accessories |
| Quick-disconnect shoulder strap; Picatinny rails; TAK/ATAK/ISA communications upgrade |
| Data Analysis Support Equipment |
| Included Android phone; Windows PC with ShotReviewer for detailed data review/export |
| Communications Interface |
| Wired Ethernet; wireless Ethernet; Bluetooth (API); USB; API; optional TAK/ATAK/ISA |
| Expected Operational Life |
| Limited by laser lifetime (>1,000 hours or 360,000 engagements) |
| Shelf Life |
| >5 years |
| Maintenance Cost |
| Minimal |
| Tested For Chemical Agents |
| Yes |
| Tested For ITF-25 TIC/TIMs |
| Yes |
| Tested For Explosives |
| Yes |
| Tested For Narcotics |
| Some narcotics |
| Other Chemical Targets |
| Hazardous materials |
| Radiological Targets |
| Radiological Preprocessing Chemicals |
| Number of Library Entries |
| >350 chemicals; expanding library |
| Adaptability |
| Yes; new targets can be scanned by the user and sent to Alakai for incorporation into the machine-learning model |
| Sample Introduction |
| Liquid;Solid; |
| Sensitivity/Detection Limits |
| Bulk; ug; mg; g; % |
| Start Up Time (From Cold Start To Sample Ready) |
| <2 minutes |
| Response Time (Sample Application To Output) |
| 4-15 seconds typical; scan time can be extended to 120 seconds |
| Alarm Capability |
| Visual; color-coded threat/non-threat results |
| Software Control |
| On-board touchscreen; remote operation via included mobile device; API |
| Other Operational Parameters |
| 0.7-15 m standoff (chemical dependent); 261 nm laser, adjustable to 25 mW; ~22 cm-1 system resolution / ~15 cm-1 spectrometer; >100 GB storage; photo captured with each shot |
| Training Required |
| <1 day training |
| Training Available |
| Yes; English-based training; translated training available by arrangement |
| Manuals Available |
| Yes; English instruction manuals; translated manuals available by arrangement |
| Reachback Service |
| Local channel partner first-level support; Alakai basic reachback during U.S. East Coast business hours; 24/7 support available for purchase |
| Warranties |
| 1 year or 360,000 scans, whichever comes first; additional warranty years available |
| ITAR/EAR Export Regulations |
| No; not ITAR controlled. ECCN 1A004.D
(contact Alakai for export/re-export) |
| U.S. EAR Compliant |
| ECCN 1A004.D; not ITAR controlled
(contact Alakai for export/re-export) |
| IATA Shipping Restrictions |
| No |
| Data File Type Format |
| Per-shot PDF; tab-delimited metadata and X-Y spectra; sample image; proprietary binary shot file |
