The M7 Spider Networked Munition is a hand emplaced, remotely controlled, human-in-the-loop (HITL) antipersonnel munition system. Spider provides equivalent munition field effectiveness when compared to capabilities provided by current landmines, but does so  without the residual life threatening risks after hostilities end or  when warring factions depart.

The fielding of this system, with its  sensors, communications, and munitions changed the way Soldiers operate in an otherwise unpredictable battlefield. The system's  design allows for safe and rapid deployment, reinforcement, and  recovery as well as safe passage of friendly forces.