Ukraine's Hidden Battle: Clearing Landmines with High-Tech Help

Ukraine faces a monumental challenge post-conflict: landmines everywhere. These hidden dangers are obstructing recovery and endangering lives. Fields, homes, and roads are unsafe, hindering people's return and economic revival.

The Traditional Problem

Traditionally, clearing landmines is a slow and dangerous process. But now, new technology is stepping in to help. Drones, sensors, and robots are being deployed to make the process faster and safer.

Broswarm's Innovation

One company, Broswarm, is at the forefront with a special radar system that can detect even plastic landmines, which are notoriously hard to find with old tools.

"Existing tools weren't good enough. We needed a solution that could create a 3D map of the underground, showing where the mines are hidden."

• Ernestas Zvaigzdinas, CEO of Broswarm

Challenges and Solutions

The radar requires very precise GPS data, which most drones lack. To overcome this, Broswarm built their own drone architecture. Despite these hurdles, they've made quick progress and are already testing their system in the field.

Collaborative Efforts

Broswarm isn't alone. Other companies are also innovating:

• A Japanese company has developed a robot that uses compressed air to dig up mines safely.
• A Danish company is working on sensors that can detect explosive materials through soil.

The Future of Demining

These new technologies are revolutionizing demining. They make the process faster, safer, and more systematic. This is crucial for Ukraine's recovery, as millions of hectares need to be cleared.