Use of drones for mine clearance by Russian sappers
Russian sappers have begun using drones to clear mines. First, the UAV operator detects an explosive object and determines its type. After that, a TNT charge with a fire tube is attached to the drone’s release device; this is an analogue of a fuse cord. The length of the tube is calculated depending on the distance and flight time to the detected ammunition. The drone drops explosives and quickly moves away to a safe distance. Thus, sappers destroy planted explosive devices without risk to personnel.