Tag: soldier systems
Exoskeleton, Chameleon Camouflage to Enhance Warfighting Capabilities of the Russian Infantry
An adaptive camouflage developed in Russia could be used in the future to better blend vehicles and soldiers in the environment. Operating like a Chameleon, the new camouflage is able to mimic the color of the environment.
Heavy Laden Troops Max Performance with Motion Assist Systems
A recent study conducted by the University of Michigan Human Neuromechanics Laboratory suggests that motion assisting exoskeleton utilizing the Knee-Stress Relief Device (K-SRD) can help battle-equipped soldiers to better perform in inclined terrain. K-SRD is part of the FORTIS system, the latest exoskeleton developed by on inclined terrain.
Thales Introduces the F90MBR Modular Assault Rifle
Thales' F90MBR is a
Modular Bullpup Rifle, based on the proven F90, designed to support the modern integrated
solider. Photo: Thales
Tactical Augmented Reality to Enhance Warfighter’s Battlefield Perception
The US Army is developing a futuristic heads-up display (HUD) that have the potential to empower the dismounted warfighter by laying a synthetic, game-like information and sensor overlay over the battlefield picture they currently experience.
MKU Unveils Body Armor, Helmet with Integrated Support to Wearable Systems
Indian military equipment manufacturer MKU is introducing at Defexpo a body armor integrated with a health monitoring system that provides effective, lightweight protection and supports the combatants with connectivity
Virtus Lightens the Load for British Combat Troops
Source Tactical Gear this month began deliveries of the new Virtus 'Scalable Tactical Vest' (STV) to the UK Ministry of Defense (MOD), under a new multi-annual contract awarded earlier in 2015. Under the contract the Israeli company will deliver 14,000 Virtus soldier combat suite kits this year, to be followed by annual deliveries of about 10,000 kits through 2017.
Benelux Invest $150 million in Infantry Smart Vests
Elbit Systems announced today that its subsidiary, Elbit Systems Land and C4I Ltd. was awarded a contract from the Dutch Ministry of Defense, to supply 'Smart Vests' to equip the infantry soldiers in the Benelux countries – Netherlands, Belgium and Luxemburg. The contract, valued at approximately US$150 million, will be performed over a five-year period.
