A mine is an explosive placed underground or underwater that explodes when disturbed, or when remotely triggered. The term originated from the use of mining to go under the enemy's city …

A land mine, or landmine, is an explosive weapon often concealed under or camouflaged on the ground, and designed to destroy or disable enemy targets as they pass over or near it. [1]

Capable of being deployed from the air, as well as being resistant to explosive clearance techniques. A German Riegelmine 43 full width mine. Three scientists pose with a Medium …

In this article we will discuss about the explosives used in mining:- 1. Introduction to Explosives 2. Properties of Explosives 3. Transport and Storage 4. Destruction and 5. Types of Explosives. …

Mine, in military and naval operations, a usually stationary explosive device that is designed to destroy personnel, ships, or vehicles when the latter come in contact with it. Submarine mines …

Nov 22, 2023 · Landmines are basically explosive devices that are designed to blow when triggered by pressure or a tripwire. These devices are typically found on or just below the …

Sep 25, 2024 · Mine explosions account for a large portion of mining-related deaths. Accumulated flammable gas and/or combustible dust mixed with air in the presence of an ignition source …

Sep 17, 2019 · Unexploded ordnance, also known as explosive remnants of war or unexploded bombs, include landmines, grenades, cluster munitions, bombs, shells, or naval mines that did …

Oct 19, 2023 · A land mine is an explosive that is concealed just under the surface of the ground, and is designed to be detonated by pressure or proximity of a vehicle or person. These mines …

A landmine is an explosive device designed to destroy or damage vehicles, or to wound, kill or otherwise restrict people’s activities. Mines can be victim activated, that is, detonated by the …