Evaluating Landmine-detection Rats in Operational Conditions

Authors

Amanda Mahoney, APOPOFollow
Timothy Edwards, APOPOFollow
Kate Lalonde, APOPOFollow
Christophe Cox, APOPOFollow
Bart Weetjens, APOPOFollow
Tekimiti Gilbert, APOPOFollow
Tess Tewelde, APOPOFollow
Alan Poling, APOPOFollow

Abstract

Researchers evaluate the accuracy of pouched rats’ ability to detect landmines under operational search conditions. Results indicate the ineffectiveness of one training method for maintaining quality operational performance and suggest further examination.

Recommended Citation

Mahoney, Amanda; Edwards, Timothy; Lalonde, Kate; Cox, Christophe; Weetjens, Bart; Gilbert, Tekimiti; Tewelde, Tess; and Poling, Alan (2014) "Evaluating Landmine-detection Rats in Operational Conditions," The Journal of ERW and Mine Action : Vol. 18 : Iss. 3 , Article 17.
Available at: https://commons.lib.jmu.edu/cisr-journal/vol18/iss3/17