Glossary of terms used on this site
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Diffusion |
Glossaries: K9 SAR Glossary
Diffusion (of scent): the even distribution of air in all directions. |
| Double Blind |
Glossaries: K9 SAR Glossary
Double Blind : A training exercise is considered Double Blind if the person person searching does not know the location of odor(s), and/or if any are prescent, AND the accompanying Instructor/Evaluator also does not know. |
VSRDA Glossary
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Laminar Air Flow
Laminar Air Flow: a straight flow of air without and interference. -
Looping Scent
Looping Scent: when scent travels upwards from a source, and settles down away from the source. Occurs with little to no wind at the source. -
LKP
LKP (Last Known Position): the last location of the missing subject, substantiated by evidence or clues. The LKP changes with the discovery of clues/evidence.
