title: Principles of Improvised Explosive Devices
author:  M. J. DeForest 
description: This book, one of the fabled Paladin Press series, was originally apparently a British EOD manual written in the late 70's. Repackaged under another title, it is an excellent beginners' book for those interested in Improvised Explosive Disposal, especially first responders. In vivid detail are the various methods of fuzing and firing IED's. The second half discusses the use of det cord to open suspect packages, as well as the results of testing a 'new' IEDD tool, the 12 ga shotgun. BANNED!!! OUT-of-PRINT.
zlib_text: IGNITION DEVICES There are many ways to ignite explosive devices. There is the
  classic "light the fuse, throw the bomb, and run" approach, and there are
  sensitive mercury switches, and many things in between. Generally, electrical
  detonation systems are safer than fuses, but there are times when fuses are
  more appropriate than electrical systems; it is difficult to carry an
  electrical detonation system into a stadium, for instance, without being
  caught. A device with a fuse or impact detonating fuze would be easier to
  hide. FUSE IGNITION The oldest form of explosive ignition, fuses are perhaps
  the favorite type of simple ignition system. By simply placing a piece of
  waterproof fuse in a device, one can have almost guaranteed ignition. Modern
  waterproof fuse is extremely reliable, burning at a rate of about 2.5 seconds
  to the inch. It is available as model rocketry fuse in most hobby shops, and
  costs about $3.00 for a nine-foot length. Cannon Fuse is a popular ignition
  system for pipe b