Underwater demolition
Underwater Demolition
Underwater demolition (pronunciation: /ˌʌndərˈwɔːtər dɛməˈlɪʃən/) refers to the process of destroying or dismantling structures, typically man-made, that are submerged in water. This process is often carried out by specialized teams known as Underwater Demolition Teams (UDTs).
Etymology
The term "underwater demolition" is derived from the English words "underwater", meaning beneath the surface of the water, and "demolition", which refers to the act of destroying or dismantling something. The concept has been in use since World War II, when UDTs were first established to clear beach obstacles for amphibious landings.
Related Terms
- Underwater Demolition Team: A group of individuals trained in underwater demolition techniques. These teams are often part of a country's military or navy.
- Explosive: A reactive substance that contains a great amount of potential energy that can produce an explosion if released suddenly, usually accompanied by the production of light, heat, sound, and pressure.
- Scuba Diving: A mode of underwater diving where the diver uses a self-contained underwater breathing apparatus (scuba), which is completely independent of surface supply, to breathe underwater.
- Amphibious Landing: A type of military operation that involves landing troops and vehicles onto a hostile or potentially hostile shore by sea or air.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Underwater demolition
- Wikipedia's article - Underwater demolition
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