What does the acronym EFP stand for in relation to explosives?

The acronym EFP stands for Explosively Formed Penetrator. This refers to a type of munition that uses explosives to shape a projectile into a highly effective penetrator, which can breach armor or other materials. The design leverages the explosive force to mold metal into a specific shape, often resulting in a high-velocity projectile that can penetrate armored targets much more effectively than conventional projectiles. This principle makes EFPs particularly useful in both military and counter-terrorism applications, where the ability to defeat armor is crucial. The terminology used in this context underscores the focus on both the explosive mechanism and the shaped charge characteristic inherent in EFP designs.