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Trials Of The Ced Air-Spade, Kandahar, Afghanistan, July 1998, Andy Smith, U.S. Humanitarian Demining Research And Development
Trials Of The Ced Air-Spade, Kandahar, Afghanistan, July 1998, Andy Smith, U.S. Humanitarian Demining Research And Development
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This document summarizes the field trials of the CEG AIR-SPADE held in Kandahar, Afghanistan in July 1998.
Humanitarian Demining Technology Program Antipersonnel Mine Neutralization Device Test Report, Christopher Wanner
Humanitarian Demining Technology Program Antipersonnel Mine Neutralization Device Test Report, Christopher Wanner
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The Antipersonnel Mine Neutralization Device (APMINUD) is a mechanical system for safely detonating Antipersonnel mines as part of a peace time mine clearance operation. It is intended to be used in conjunction with a shielded, all terrain vehicle with hydraulic crane. The system would be used to neutralize previously marked AP mines by detonating them one at a time.
The plunger inside the APMINUD is designed to strike the ground when released by the operator. An expendable foot on the plunger applies approximately two tons of impact force over a 10" diameter area when released. The impact force pushes the …