Alakai Defense Systems, Inc.
A small, veteran‑owned engineering company (founded 2003) that develops ultraviolet (DUV) laser‑based standoff detection sensors and related services for defense, security, and public‑safety customers. Core activities include R&D and production of field‑deployable Raman spectroscopy sensors for remote identification of explosives, chemical agents, toxic industrial chemicals, and some narcotics, plus laser refurbishment and system support.
Industries
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Products
Handheld and mountable standoff chemical/explosive detector
A small, lightweight handheld sensor with options to mount on UGVs and UAVs; provides real‑time classification and specific identification of solids and liquids at standoff ranges (>10 m stated) and includes ICCD‑based spectrometer sensitivity improvements.
Extreme long‑range checkpoint explosive detection system
A long‑range system designed for entry control point security and bulk/explosive residue detection; engineered for remote operation and real‑time threat/no‑threat indication with the ability to export detailed analyses.
Portable backpack/wand standoff detector
A backpack and wand system that provides mobile standoff detection (stated up to 50 m) with a 4‑hour runtime, certified zero‑meter eye/skin safety, and rugged weatherproof operation.
Handheld and mountable standoff chemical/explosive detector
A small, lightweight handheld sensor with options to mount on UGVs and UAVs; provides real‑time classification and specific identification of solids and liquids at standoff ranges (>10 m stated) and includes ICCD‑based spectrometer sensitivity improvements.
Extreme long‑range checkpoint explosive detection system
A long‑range system designed for entry control point security and bulk/explosive residue detection; engineered for remote operation and real‑time threat/no‑threat indication with the ability to export detailed analyses.
Portable backpack/wand standoff detector
A backpack and wand system that provides mobile standoff detection (stated up to 50 m) with a 4‑hour runtime, certified zero‑meter eye/skin safety, and rugged weatherproof operation.
Services
Laser refurbishment and repair
Diagnostics, chamber rebuilds, optics replacement, electronics repair, thyratron replacement, capacitor checks, and full system performance restoration for excimer and TEA lasers.
Sensor deployment, training, and sustainment
Delivery of detectors with operator training, remote operation support, and product support in service and through contract terms.
Laser refurbishment and repair
Diagnostics, chamber rebuilds, optics replacement, electronics repair, thyratron replacement, capacitor checks, and full system performance restoration for excimer and TEA lasers.
Sensor deployment, training, and sustainment
Delivery of detectors with operator training, remote operation support, and product support in service and through contract terms.
Expertise Areas
- Standoff Raman spectroscopy
- Laser‑based threat sensing
- Explosive and chemical threat detection
- Field‑deployable sensor systems
Key Technologies
- Deep ultraviolet (DUV) Raman spectroscopy
- Excimer laser systems (193 nm, 248 nm, 308 nm)
- TEA laser systems (10.6 µm)
- Intensified CCD (ICCD) spectroscopy