Illicit Trafficking - Scenarios and Detection Methodology

Detection and identification of radioactive substances in an important part of the overall strategy against Illicit Trafficking. After a brief introduction to the topic, this paper discusses the framework which defines the scenarios and sets the goals of the detection effort, paying attention to national policy decisions regarding specific detection limits and response strategy. Detection methodology and response in general (including assessment of different alarm conditions) is discussed before a detailed overview of technical principles and recent developments of instruments is presented. Various types of instruments foreseen for applications in combating Illicit Trafficking are reviewed.