A new portable LED device PD.iD can detect whether people’s drinks have been tampered with date-rape drugs.

The device that could protect people from drug related rapes analyzes chemical traces by sorting out the color the drugs emits under a spectrum, conductivity and temperature. Drug analyses is based on the theory that different chemical molecules emit distinctive colors.

Personal drink id (pd.id) tests date-rape drugs in drinks. (All photos and images courtesy via Indiegogo)

After dipping the drug detection device in a drink, the device will shine green or red to indicate whether it is safe for consumption. If the drink has been spiked, the device will send a notification to the users smartphone.

For testing just dip the PD.iD device into a drink.

According to PD.iD team, the device uses technology that has been by drug enforcement agencies, such as the U.S. DEA for years, and is designed to ensure personal protection.

Design diagram of PD.iD.

Stats from the Canadian government indicate in North America alone, 25 percent of women rape victims have reported the incident was facilitated with the use of alcohol or drugs. The team hopes to raise awareness on this prevalent global issue that often goes unreported.

The PD.iD’s Indiegogo crowdfunding project has raised US$ 15,148 out of its US $100,000 goal, and plans to ship the products to supporters by April 2015.