Bio-sentry system demonstrated

General Dynamics Canada has demonstrated for the first time the sampling module from its VP Bio-Sentry System, recently chosen by the Canadian Forces for use in the Vital Point Bio-Sentry Programme.

The VP Bio-Sentry System is a real-time, biological agent detection and sampling system for static, mobile and naval defence applications. It is designed to detect aerosolised biological agents and issue warnings within seconds, giving personnel time to don protective equipment, as well as providing critical identification information to help mitigate the effects of exposure. Earlier versions of this detection technology have been deployed for more than six years on Canadian Forces ships, used in urban operations and sold to a number of international military customers.

The sampling technology being demonstrated performs autonomous, event-driven liquid sample collection to facilitate biological warfare agent identification and post-event forensic verification. The design features self-contained liquid sample cartridges, eliminating problematic fluidics and enhancing system reliability, reducing total cost and making it easier to use.