noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
contact detonation; detonation by contact
Technical term for explosives that detonate upon physical contact or impact. Used in military and engineering contexts.
この地雷は触発式で、わずかな圧力で爆発する。
This landmine is contact-detonated and explodes with slight pressure.
触発信管
The contact fuze detonates upon sensing an impact.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb
trigger; spark; provoke; inspire
Figurative use: something causes a strong reaction, emotion, or creative impulse. Often used with ～される (passive) or ～する (transitive).
彼の言葉に触発されて、新しい事業を始めた。
Inspired by his words, I started a new business.
その事件が大規模な抗議運動を触発した。
The incident triggered a large-scale protest movement.