An RCIED simply refers to a remote controlled improvised explosive device. These types of devices are designed to be detonated through radio frequency based remote control are commonly used in electronic warfare. Lately however, concerns have been raised about their use which as a result has prompted the need for a reliable deterrent taking into account the kind of threat which they pose. All this is owed to the fact that terrorism is increasingly becoming a more and more technically sophisticated endeavor which now more than ever should be handled with a lot of caution.
According to experts, RCIED jammers have so far proven to be the best possible deterrents against remotely controlled explosives. In fact, at the moment their configurations are available and coincide with the acceptable operational requirements guarding the operations of various law enforcement agencies at different levels. In fact, the systems supporting these jammers have been specifically designed to provide continuous electronic protection against all kinds of RCIEDs especially in the most rugged, tactical or extreme environmental set ups.
Considering the extent of threat posed by RCIEDs, there are several products which have been designs to help compliment in countering the possible effects of RCIED detonation. Examples of these products include:
a. The portable Briefcase RCIED jammer
It is a highly portable jamming system specifically designed to offer the protection of high profile individuals for example Bomb experts charged with the responsibility of disarming a RCIED device from immediate threats while going about their normal disarmament routine. Continue reading…