As a former, proud member of the U.S. military, I try to be in the loop as much as I can, when it comes to the latest gear in America's arsenal. Case in point: The U.S. Army "Future Warrior Program". I have known about this "black-ops" project a bit from back in my service days when I was in the U.S. Navy. Now, it seems that it is getting some real media attention. What we are talking about here, is the evolution of the standard Army infantry soldier in to a super human, high tech weapon like never seen before. So, here's a quick recap of it:
For a more technical detailed report with more pictures on all of this, go here: http://www.nypost.com/seven/05232009/postopinion/opedcolumnists/soldier_of_the_future_170680.htm
Aided by "smart drugs," enhanced with prosthetics, and protected by a lightweight suit of armor, this soldier of the future possesses near super-human capabilities and weapons that would make even Iron Man jealous. He's suited up in an "exoskeleton" - essentially a Storm Trooper-esque external shell - that allows him to carry heavy loads. Electronics integrated in his outfit allow for simultaneous language translation, automatic identification of potential foes, and video-game-like targeting. If the soldier is tired, overworked, or injured, neural and physiological sensors automatically send an alert to headquarters.