Subterra Grey Model P

 

PRODUCT DATA SHEET

 

Product Name and Model: Subterra Grey Model P

 

Development Stage: Alpha Prototypes being field tested (10/2020)

 

Description: The Subterra Grey Model P is a mobile soil spectroscopy laboratory that uses a push-probe technology to insert a probe into the ground. The probe measures continuous infrared spectra of the chemicals in the soil. The Subterra Grey Model P is designed for use in forensics and specifically targets discovery of fatty salts created during decomposition of human remains. The unit is portable, operable by a non-scientific operator, and provides an on-site, instantaneous “dig/no dig” indication.

 

Reasons To Buy

• 90% accuracy in determining presence of human remains
• Improves case closure rates
• Speeds recovery by providing instantaneous, on-site analysis
• Lowers costs of searches by up to 80%
• Provides closure to families of missing persons

 

Features

• Compact and portable - ideal for rugged terrain and confined search areas
• Real-time analysis provides instantaneous dig/no dig decision
• No scientific training needed
• Requires only one individual to operate in the field
• Minimally invasive to sensitive forensics site

 

Specifications: The following specifications are estimates based on the current design. These are subject to change during prototype construction and testing.

• Probe Depth: 37 in
• Probe Diameter: 0.5 in
• Target Insertion Force: 200 lb
• Probe Insertion Time: 23 seconds
• Spectrometer: EMS Fabry-Perot
• Wavelength Range: 1550-1950 nm
• Light Source: 40W max, Quartz halogen
• Fiberoptic Cable: 19 x 600/660/710 um silica
• Load Cell (insertion force): +/- 1000 lb
• Power: 48V 25 AH Li ion battery
• Dimensions: 71"H x 43"L x 33"W
• Weight: 330 lbs.
• Country of Manufacture: USA

 

Site Characteristics:

• Burial Age: Up to 150 years
• Depth of Burial: Up to 1.0 meters
• Size of Remains: Intact bodies will be found with default grid probe grid spacing; tighter grid spacing will find smaller remains such as individual disarticulated body parts.