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Sensor Networks for NBC Threats

Posted by michael on from the reports-are-still-coming-in dept.

Nerdsville writes "Planet Analog have an article describing research into a nationwide sensor network that could provide a real-time early-warning system for chemical, biological and nuclear threats across the US. Researchers plan to use microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) and nanotechnology to create accurate biological and chemical sensors. Linked in an Internet-like peer-to-peer network spanning wireless, wired and satellite links."

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  1. Sensor Networks for NBC threats by American+AC+in+Paris · · Score: 0, Redundant

    Wow. CBS and ABC are gonna be all over this one...

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    Obliteracy: Words with explosions

  2. Re:NBC? by RevDobbs · · Score: 0, Redundant

    If I only had mod points I'd make sure that ALL YOUR "NATIONAL BROADCAST COMPANY" COMMENTS ARE REDUNDANT.

    Truth be told, I'm just jealous that I was beaten to the punch.