Detector M24: Explosives detection for humanitarian demining
Portable instrument that identifies military, commercial, and improvised explosive traces in vapor phase, without physical contact and without chemical consumables. Certified by IDIC (Chilean Army) in version 1.8 and deployed with CCCM in Colombia.
v1.8
Certification
IDIC Chilean Army
In seconds
Inference
Response in seconds, in the field
No Reagents
Chemical Consumables
Regenerative matrix
Field-Ready
Field Operation
Autonomous operation
M24 Detector Version 1.8 · Certified by IDIC
Version 1.8 certified by the Investigations and Control Institute of the Chilean Army (IDIC). Operationally deployed alongside the Colombian Campaign Against Landmines (CCCM).
• International humanitarian demining organizations and NGOs.
• National mine action and explosive decontamination authorities.
• Armed forces, tactical bomb disposal, and police defense units.
• Customs checkpoints, border crossings, and critical cargo terminals.
Explore Detector M24 in 3D
Inspect the ergonomic chassis, vapor-phase sampling intake nozzle, and operator interface panel.
From ambient sample to verdict in three steps
No chemical reagents or swab preparation required: direct inspection in the field.
1. Vapor-Phase Sampling
The device samples ambient air around the object of inspection, requiring no direct physical contact with the explosive hazard or swab rubbing.
2. Regenerative Ionic Matrix
An array of chemical sensor elements generates a reproducible ionic signature for each volatile compound present in the air sample.
3. Local Edge AI Inference
An embedded neural network classifies the trace signature in real time, delivering an instant verdict to the operator without cloud connectivity.
Comparison by trace detection category
Objective assessment regarding consumables, contact requirement, operational autonomy, and field support.
| Category | Chemical Consumables | Physical Contact | Operational Autonomy | Open Field | Local Support |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chemical Kits / Test Strips | High recurring cost | Requires contact | Subject to reagent stock | Sensitive to wind/dust | Import dependent |
| Detection Canines (K9) | Veterinary & food overhead | Olfaction at distance | Short shifts (fatigue) | Suitable with handler | Specialized training |
| Swab Detectors (Lab IMS) | Periodic swabs and traps | Mandatory physical swipe | Lab-grade battery | Sensitive to saturation | Overseas factory service |
| HTG Detector M24 (v1.8) | Zero consumable cost | Contactless vapor phase | Hot-swappable batteries | Field operations | Direct factory engineering |
Technical Datasheet Summary
Official v1.8 specifications backed by IDIC certification
| Model | M24 Detector v1.8 (Certified by IDIC · Chilean Army) |
|---|---|
| Inference Technology | Regenerative ionic olfaction matrix + local Edge AI |
| Response Time | Response in seconds, in the field |
| Chemical Consumables | Zero consumable cost (regenerative ionic matrix) |
| Identified Compounds | TNT, RDX, PETN, ANFO |
| Required Connectivity | Operates without internet connection |
Join the Next-Generation Field Validation
HTG Technologies is selecting a limited group of defense and demining institutions to evaluate version 2.0 in the field under an NDA.
- •Priority access to field evaluation units
- •Direct support from our R&D engineering team during trials
- •Direct influence on the product development roadmap
- •Preferential fleet adoption terms
Direct engineering answers about Detector M24
Everything you need to know before evaluating or deploying the unit in your field operations.
What is Detector M24?+
It is a portable instrument engineered by HTG Technologies that detects explosive traces in the vapor phase using an ionic olfactory matrix and an embedded AI model running locally on the device (Edge AI). Certified by IDIC (Chilean Army) in version 1.8.
Does the M24 use consumable strips or chemical reagents?+
No. The regenerative ionic matrix self-cleans its sensing chamber after each sampling cycle, without requiring chemical reagents.
How long does it take to deliver an inspection verdict?+
Inference executes locally in seconds, in the field, without relying on internet or cloud servers.
Which institutions have certified or evaluated M24?+
IDIC (Ejército de Chile) certified version 1.8. It has had technical collaboration with GICHD (Geneva) and CEDDEX, and is deployed with the Colombian Campaign Against Landmines (CCCM).
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