Bomb Containment/Blast Mitigation

NATO Stock Number:  1385-99-905-0766

The Robotic Manipulator allows EOD operators to manipulate suspect devices and objects at a stand off distance of 3 metres.  Tube sections are linked together, with a powered claw attachment at the operating end. The final section has a frangible joint, which fails in the event of an unplanned detonation. This ensures the load transferred to the operator is reduced. A fragment shield, forward of the operator offers extended protection in the event of an unplanned detonation.  A counterweight tube assembly is behind the operator, which balances the manipulator.