A pipe bomb is an improvised explosive device (IED) that uses a tightly sealed section of pipe filled with an explosive material. The containment provided by the pipe means that simple low explosives can be used to produce a relatively large explosion due to the containment causing increased pressure.

Oct 24, 2018 · What is a pipe bomb? A pipe bomb is an improvised explosive device. It is made by putting explosive material in a tightly sealed section of pipe. How does it work? A pipe bomb does not need a high-level explosive to be lethal. A low-level explosive can cause tremendous damage. A pipe bomb is just that, a bomb encased in pipe.

Jan 2, 2025 · The FBI is releasing new details about the person who planted pipe bombs in Washington, D.C., on the night before the riot at the U.S. Capitol nearly four years ago, in hopes of solving a long...

May 19, 2022 · IEDs are used by criminals, vandals, terrorists, suicide bombers, and insurgents. Because they are improvised, IEDs can come in many forms, ranging from a small pipe bomb to a sophisticated device capable of causing massive damage and loss of life.

ABSTRACT: Pipe bombs of steel or PVC fragment in reproducible patterns when similarly configured. The power of the explosion correlates with number, mass, and size of the fragments recovered, where a large number of small, low-mass fragments indicate a …

Jan 3, 2025 · Now, the FBI has announced it is renewing its investigation. The federal law enforcement agency on Thursday released new video of the suspect placing one of the bombs near the Democratic National...

In this study, seven devices composed of various pipe materials PVC, black steel, and galvanized steel and two energetic fillers Pyrodex and Alliant Red Dot were initiated and the explosions captured using high-speed videography.

Dec 9, 2024 · A pipe bomb is a type of improvised explosive device (IED) that uses a pipe as the main container to hold the explosive material. Understanding how a pipe bomb works and knowing prevention tips are crucial for safety and security purposes.

The use of pipe bombs by terrorist organisations around the world has risen dramatically. The pipe bomb is simple and easy to make and details of bomb construction are freely available from the Internet.

A serial mail bomber has terrorized American politicians and former intelligence officials who have been critical of President Donald Trump. None of the bombs have detonated.