Integrated Biological Detection System

The Integrated Biological Detection System is a system used by the British Army for detecting Chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear agents or elements. The Integrated Biological Detection System can provide early warning of a chemical or biological warfare attack and is in service with the United Kingdom Joint NBC Regiment. It can be installed in a container which can be mounted on a vehicle or ground dumped. It is also able to be transported by either a fixed-wing aircraft or by helicopter.

The system comprises

  • A detection suite, including equipment for atmospheric sampling
  • Meteorological station and GPS
  • CBRN filtration and environmental control for use in all climates
  • Chemical agent detection
  • A independent power supply
  • Cameras for 360 degree surveillance [1]

A U.S. military system with a similar purpose and a similar name is the Biological Integrated Detection System (BIDS).

References
  1. "Integrated Biological Defence System (IBDS)". Ministry of Defence (United Kingdom). Archived from the original on January 8, 2010. Retrieved 2010-02-07.


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