Abstract: A method for inputting symbols into a data entry field of an electronic device includes displaying on the electronic device a start screen having a plurality of start zones. Each start zone has a plurality of symbols associated therewith. A start zone is selected using the electronic device, and an end screen having a plurality of end zones is displayed on the electronic device. Each end zone has assigned thereto a single symbol or function. When an end zone is selected using the electronic device, the symbol assigned to the selected end zone is inputted into the data entry field of the electronic device, in order to create a message, command, etc.

Abstract: A line explosive charge attaching system connects individual explosive charges in line with a yarn structure having yarns interlocked in a braided structure to cover and position several individual explosive charges together.

Abstract: The present invention comprises a device for clearing mines comprising a housing assembly with a chamber therein that carries a surface contact chemical that is capable of consuming the explosive fill within a mine. A nose assembly is attached to the housing assembly. The nose assembly separates from the housing assembly when the device contacts a solid mass. The nose assembly is capable of penetrating a mine housing and contacting the mine explosive fill sufficiently to expose the fill whereby the surface contact chemical can consume the fill. The present invention also includes a method of using a plurality of such devices in order to conduct a mine clearance operation in a surf zone or on a beach.

Abstract: The present invention comprises a device for clearing mines comprising a housing assembly with a chamber therein that carries a surface contact chemical that is capable of consuming the explosive fill within a mine. A nose assembly is attached to the housing assembly. The nose assembly separates from the housing assembly when the device contacts a solid mass. The nose assembly is capable of penetrating a mine housing and contacting the mine explosive fill sufficiently to expose the fill whereby the surface contact chemical can consume the fill. The present invention also includes a method of using a plurality of such devices in order to conduct a mine clearance operation in a surf zone or on a beach.