That is a UXO- Unexploded Ordnance.
Yes, explosive ordnance that has been fused and dropped, but remains unexploded due to malfunction or design, is classified as a type of unexploded ordnance (UXO). This includes devices that were intended to detonate upon impact or after a specific delay but failed to do so. Such ordnance poses significant risks to safety and requires careful handling and disposal. Proper identification and management are crucial to prevent accidents and ensure public safety.
It is a dud.
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Both. After World War 2 a significant number of bombs dropped by both sides were found unexploded. They were considered live and dangerous and professionals had the job of defusing them at the risk of their lives. Neither side intended for this too happen. On the other hand, Mine fields were used for various reasons to create areas hazardous to enemy soldiers. Some of them still exist in Africa and Asia and present a hazard to local inhabitants.
That is a UXO- Unexploded Ordnance.
It is commonly known as a dud or an unexploded shell.
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That is the definition of "unexploded ordinance"(UXO, sometimes abbreviated as UO). Sometimes UXO is also simply called unexploded bombs (UXBs), or explosive remnants of war (ERW)
It is a dud.
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Both. After World War 2 a significant number of bombs dropped by both sides were found unexploded. They were considered live and dangerous and professionals had the job of defusing them at the risk of their lives. Neither side intended for this too happen. On the other hand, Mine fields were used for various reasons to create areas hazardous to enemy soldiers. Some of them still exist in Africa and Asia and present a hazard to local inhabitants.
Both. After World War 2 a significant number of bombs dropped by both sides were found unexploded. They were considered live and dangerous and professionals had the job of defusing them at the risk of their lives. Neither side intended for this too happen. On the other hand, Mine fields were used for various reasons to create areas hazardous to enemy soldiers. Some of them still exist in Africa and Asia and present a hazard to local inhabitants.