Improvised explosive devices (IEDs) are homemade bombs designed to cause harm or destruction. They can be made from various materials, including explosives, shrapnel, and triggering mechanisms. IEDs are often used in conflicts and can be hidden in vehicles, buildings, or even buried underground, making them difficult to detect. These devices are typically deployed by non-state actors, such as insurgent groups, to target military personnel or civilians. The use of IEDs has increased in modern warfare, leading to significant casualties and prompting the development of countermeasures by military forces and law enforcement agencies.