James McCormick (engineer)

James McCormick was a British engineer known for developing security detection devices, particularly bomb detectors. His most famous product, the ADE 651, claimed to detect explosives, but it was later revealed to be a fake device with no real scientific basis. Despite widespread use in security efforts, it was ultimately exposed as a scam, leading to criminal charges and his conviction for fraud. McCormick’s case highlights the importance of scientific validation and integrity in security technology.