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Csir Introduces New Generation Fingerprint Sensing Technology

Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)Ref: https://www.csir.co.za/csir-introduces-new-generation-fingerprint-sensing-technology

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This is a CSIR news article announcing the launch of a new-generation fingerprint-sensing technology. The technology uses optical coherence tomography, was developed through a Department of Science and Technology-funded project, and is intended to contribute to law enforcement and forensic work.

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new-generation fingerprinting sensing technology

The CSIR has launched a fingerprint-sensing technology that uses high-speed, large-volume optical coherence tomography and is intended to support law enforcement and forensic work.

Who it is for: Law enforcement and forensic practitioners

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The CSIR has launched a South African first: A new-generation fingerprinting sensing technology, using high-speed, large-volume optical coherence tomography.

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https://www.csir.co.za/csir-introduces-new-generation-fingerprint-sensing-technology

Key Takeaways

CSIR launched a new-generation fingerprinting sensing technology
Technology uses high-speed, large-volume optical coherence tomography
Project funded by the Department of Science and Technology (DST)
Intended contribution to law enforcement and forensics
Ann Singh is responsible for OCT at CSIR
Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)
Department of Science and Technology (DST)
Ann Singh