# Bomb-Seeking Smartphone Apps SAPER Explosives Recognition Software Helps Prevent Fatalities By Sarah Moore | Published 2012-05-24 | Social Good Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saper-explosives-recognition-software References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/saper-explosives-detector-app/22614/) & [strona.wcy.wat.edu.pl](http://strona.wcy.wat.edu.pl/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=419&Itemid=1) SAPER explosives recognition software is like a real-life version of Minesweeper -- only with real-life consequences. Developed by the Military University of Technology in Warsaw, the application was developed to [detect landmines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/public-safety-technology) and other unexploded weapons lingering just out of sight. Using a mechanism that detects disturbances in the magnetic field, the application can seek out 40 different types of explosive materials from a distance of 30 cm away. While that may requiring that the person be too close to avoid an unfortunate accident, it does have the potential to deter a least a few close calls from becoming fatal. The app sends out a warning message when the potentially harmful material is detected, as well as providing a synopsis of what it could be and providing the ability to [alert authorities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protechme) who can then safely dispose of the device. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 31% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Social Good](https://www.trendhunter.com/socialgood) > [Activism](https://www.trendhunter.com/activism) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Explosives Recognition Apps:** Developing mobile apps that can detect and alert individuals of explosive materials has the potential to save many lives. - **Magnetic Field Detection:** Incorporating magnetic field detection technology into safety software systems could be a game-changer in the detection of explosive materials. - **Underground Obstacle Detection:** Developing software and hardware solutions to detect underground obstacles like landmines and other unexploded weapons can result in safer and more efficient construction projects. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Military Technology:** Military technology companies can benefit from the development of new and innovative technologies that can detect and prevent harmful materials from being detonated. - **Construction Industry:** Incorporating obstacle detection technology in construction equipment and machinery can significantly reduce the risk of accidents and injuries in the workplace. - **Public Safety:** Developing mobile apps that can inform and alert the general public of harmful materials in their surroundings can improve safety measures and prevent accidents. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Smartphone Metal Detectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metal-detector1.md) - [Proactive Tracker Detection Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/detection-app.md) - [Autonomous Mine Detection Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mine-detector-robot.md) - [Seismic Alert Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quakesense.md) - [Women’s Safety Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/im-safe.md) - [Personalized Emergency Response Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/personalized-emergency-response-app.md) - [Anti-Stalking App Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tile.md) - [Product Safety Scanners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/safe-or-not.md) - [Workplace Safety-Enhancing Mobile Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toolbox-talks-app.md)