👉 A modem weapon, often referred to as a "modem" or "modem-launched weapon," is a type of improvised explosive device (IED) that utilizes a modified or repurposed telephone modem as its detonation mechanism. These devices are typically constructed by attaching a small explosive charge to the modem's internal components, such as its circuit board or the copper contacts. When triggered, often by a trigger mechanism like a hammer blow or a pressure plate, the explosive detonates, causing significant damage and potentially creating a blast wave. The modem's design allows for compactness and ease of concealment, making these weapons particularly dangerous and challenging to detect and neutralize.
