The United Nations published the Improvised Explosive Device Lexicon to furnish the United Nations system with a unified conceptual framework and operational terminology for addressing the global threat of Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs).

The Improvised Explosive Device Lexicon contains the following major sections:

  • General Terms
  • Tactical Characterization
  • Tactical Design
  • Purpose of Device
  • Technical Categorization
  • Switch
  • Initiator
  • Main Charge
  • Power Source
  • Container
  • Enhancements
  • Glossary

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