Bigfoot and Mine Worm: Revolutionizing Land Mine Disposal in Bosnia

The Bigfoot system and its Mine Worm machine are being tested in Bosnia's minefields. These machines are proving to be safer, faster, and more efficient than traditional manual mine clearance methods. The Bigfoot machine, with its explosion-resistant feet, can clear up to 10,000 square meters a day, significantly outperforming manual methods. Bosnia has over 18,000 mapped minefields, with many more unmapped, posing a significant challenge to manual clearance methods.

What is the primary purpose of the Bigfoot system and its machine, Mine Worm?

• To conduct geological surveys

• To test new military equipment

• To build infrastructure

• To clear minefields

How does the Bigfoot machine improve safety in mine clearance?

• By using drones to detect mines

• By using sound waves to locate mines

• By deploying chemical agents to neutralize mines

• By employing piston-mounted feet to withstand explosions

Approximately how much area can the Bigfoot system clear in a day?

• 10,000 square meters

• 20,000 square meters

• 5,000 square meters

• 1,000 square meters

What is the estimated number of mapped minefields in Bosnia?

• 18,000

• 10,000

• 25,000

• 5,000

Why are traditional manual methods of mine clearance less effective?

• They are more expensive

• They are slower and less efficient

• They require more personnel

• They are not approved by international standards