Non-lethal weapon
Non-lethal weapon
A Non-lethal weapon (pronounced: non-lee-thal weh-pon), also known as less-lethal weapon, is a type of weapon that is designed to incapacitate or deter an individual or crowd without causing permanent physical harm or death. The term "non-lethal" is often used in military and law enforcement contexts.
Etymology
The term "non-lethal weapon" is derived from the English words "non", meaning not, "lethal", meaning deadly or fatal, and "weapon", meaning a tool or instrument used with the intent to inflict damage or harm.
Types of Non-lethal Weapons
Non-lethal weapons can be categorized into several types, including:
- Chemical Non-lethal Weapons: These include tear gas, pepper spray, and other chemical agents that cause temporary blindness, pain, or disorientation.
- Electromagnetic Non-lethal Weapons: These include tasers and stun guns, which use electric shocks to temporarily incapacitate a person.
- Kinetic Non-lethal Weapons: These include rubber bullets, bean bag rounds, and other projectiles designed to cause pain or disorientation without penetrating the skin.
- Acoustic Non-lethal Weapons: These include sonic weapons that use sound waves to cause discomfort or disorientation.
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See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Non-lethal weapon
- Wikipedia's article - Non-lethal weapon
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