In Krivoy Rog, a demining machine based on a caterpillar excavator has been developed. It is equipped with special attachments for mine clearance and is equipped with an armored cab for the driver-operator.
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Such a machine will help Ukrainian rescuers carry out humanitarian demining in the fields. It is equipped with special attachments used to clear mines.
The system includes the main body of a crawler excavator, a rotating chain demining device with a protective shield in front of the machine, and an armored cab for the driver-operator.
Hammers on a chain have impact force from 1500 to 1700 kg. For the explosion of an anti-tank mine, 150 kg is enough. That is, if the mine is buried deep enough, then the impact force will be enough for it to work. Also, these hammers are located away from the shield, almost 2 meters. And this ensures safer operation of the operator and the installation itself, – said the developer of the demining system.
It took Krivoy Rog developers four months to design and manufacture this demining machine. The excavator is also equipped with surveillance cameras that make it easier for the operator to see the surrounding situation.
The demining machine develops a speed of up to two kilometers per hour.
The development of the system was supported by the Defense Council of Krivoy Rog. Such a machine will help rescuers carry out humanitarian demining in the fields and prepare them for future sowing campaigns, as well as save people who could be blown up by enemy ammunition.
After testing, the machine must receive a certificate. This will allow developers to enter mass production.
Source: Racurs
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