Sniffing Out Threats – Next-Generation Device

Early on in the development of the next-generation Fido® NXT explosives detector, FLIR® evaluated various injection molding companies, and ultimately chose to partner with Phillips-Medisize.

Challenge

Capture and incorporate U.S. soldiers' insights acquired during user studies into a next-generation explosives detector.

Goal

Develop Fido® NXT device to be more durable, reliable, portable, and intuitive to use than its predecessor.

Solution

Partner with Phillips-Medisize for full-service defense-system development support, from user studies and design for manufacture to plastic, metal and magnesium injection molding and beyond.