The KUB-M bomb shelter is designed like a reinforced shipping container and consists of two modules that can accommodate approximately 54 people.
Emergency personnel entering a mobile bomb shelter against radiation in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia on February 10, 2023. (Photo: Reuters).
Russia has begun mass production of mobile bomb shelters that can protect people from the harmful effects of radiation for up to 48 hours in the event of a nuclear attack, Interesting Engineering reported on November 20. According to the research institute of the Russian Ministry of Emergency Situations, with a capacity of 54 people, the KUB-M provides protection against explosions, shrapnel, debris, chemical threats, and even fires.
According to Reuters, each KUB-M shelter consists of two modules along with a technical compartment, with the capability to add more modules as needed. They are also designed to operate in the frigid permafrost regions of Russia. The KUB-M can be easily transported by truck and connected to a water supply.
“The mobile shelter is a multifunctional structure that provides protection for people against various threats including natural disasters and man-made accidents. This is an important step towards improving the safety of residents,” the research institute stated.
