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SLIPPERY FOAM [1 record]

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Record 1 2008-11-26

English

Subject field(s)
  • Security Devices
  • Police
  • Emergency Management
DEF

A very slippery, gel-like substance sprayed on ground surfaces to prevent access to areas by people and vehicles.

CONT

A wide variety of chemicals could have applications as non-lethal weapons. One variety fall[s] into the category of anti-traction agents and consist[s] of slippery foams and lubricants or super-adhesives that would render roads and runways unusable.

Key term(s)
  • antitraction material
  • anti traction material

French

Domaine(s)
  • Dispositifs de sécurité
  • Police
  • Gestion des urgences

Spanish

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