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Throughout world/military history there's been amazing advances, inventions, and innovations, which are often brought about through necessity; the idea here is to provide a place to discuss 'military technology' both past and present, and to brainstorm, discuss, and/or speculate on future tech and its potential military applications. So, how has 'mil-tech' impacted you or your career? What technology do you find interesting or exciting? How does civilian technology interface with the military and vice versa? What are the impacts to both? Just a few questions to consider, and as always please feel free to share any photos, links, stories or anything else necessary to communicate your point(s). I'm certain that this will be both fascinating and informative so let's get this thing started; thank you for all that you do, and... see you all in the discussion threads!
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Ladies and Gentleman...I present to you.... the woobie also known as the poncho liner
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MAJ Robert (Bob) Petrarca
My 2nd longest, bestest friend since basic. Number one is my all weather GI sleeping bag - been married to it longer than my wife, and works just as well as it did the first day
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On December 17, 1903, at Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, the Wright Flyer became the first powered, heavier-than-air machine to achieve controlled, sustained flight. Although the present government of the USA does not seem to support it, Space flight is ALMOST routine just over 100 years later.
The outgrowth of technology from the space program is almost unbelievable. NASA claims that there are over 1600 spin-offs from manned space flight, including things we take for granted such as: freeze dried foods (Yes MREs), memory foam, velcro, computer technology (remember the first cell phones), etc.
The outgrowth of technology from the space program is almost unbelievable. NASA claims that there are over 1600 spin-offs from manned space flight, including things we take for granted such as: freeze dried foods (Yes MREs), memory foam, velcro, computer technology (remember the first cell phones), etc.
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The US Service Member
Tried and true, battle hardened and field tested for almost 300 years. Doesn't need batteries, just a reason to do their job. With just a little fuss, easily adapts to any technology, season, climate or area of operation with proper uniform and food. Falls down and gets right back up without being told to.
Comes in 5 unique and distinct flavors for any outing or occasion!
You can't beat them, so join them!
Tried and true, battle hardened and field tested for almost 300 years. Doesn't need batteries, just a reason to do their job. With just a little fuss, easily adapts to any technology, season, climate or area of operation with proper uniform and food. Falls down and gets right back up without being told to.
Comes in 5 unique and distinct flavors for any outing or occasion!
You can't beat them, so join them!
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Two examples of past technology that comes to mind are now used on a daily basis. Microwave and GPS. Although both are 'relatively' new, most of us would be (literally) LOST without them!
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Col (Join to see)
MSG Huffman, great point, it's truly amazing how fast these relatively new technologies have become an instrumental part of our daily lives. Again, excellent observation... thanks for sharing!
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In order to continue the conversation on this and related subjects, you'll want to check-out these discussions in-progress; thank you for all that you do, and... see you all in the discussion threads!
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Sgt Randy Hill
Our night vision and gps capabilities during the gulf war actually were so efficient that people watching on CNN thought it like a video game and not a shooting war. WE were too good for our own good. The public,of course, only understands what it sees through these networks.
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Here's a great article on technology that could have military medical applications, provided courtesy of Sgt Ballard Hall, check it out here:
http://www.ted.com/talks/hugh_herr_the_new_bionics_that_let_us_run_climb_and_dance
Also, there's a running thread on the topic hosted by Sgt Hall, join in the discussion in-progress here: https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/should-mit-create-our-wounded-s-prosthesis-if-they-have-better-technology-that-the-va-and-most-other-private-doctors
http://www.ted.com/talks/hugh_herr_the_new_bionics_that_let_us_run_climb_and_dance
Also, there's a running thread on the topic hosted by Sgt Hall, join in the discussion in-progress here: https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/should-mit-create-our-wounded-s-prosthesis-if-they-have-better-technology-that-the-va-and-most-other-private-doctors
The new bionics that let us run, climb and dance
Hugh Herr is building the next generation of bionic limbs, robotic prosthetics inspired by nature's own designs. Herr lost both legs in a climbing accident 30 years ago; now, as the head of the MIT Media Lab’s Biomechatronics group, he shows his incredible technology in a talk that's both technical and deeply personal — with the help of ballroom dancer Adrianne Haslet-Davis, who lost her left leg in the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing, and...
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Col (Join to see)
Here's a great find from RallyPoint on Google+, check it out here:
https://www.rallypoint.com/command-post/adapting-leadership-to-meet-the-digital-future?utm_source=blog
Also, if you have gmail or are on Google+ make sure to check out RallyPoint, thanks for all that you do, and... see you in the discussion threads!
https://www.rallypoint.com/command-post/adapting-leadership-to-meet-the-digital-future?utm_source=blog
Also, if you have gmail or are on Google+ make sure to check out RallyPoint, thanks for all that you do, and... see you in the discussion threads!
Adapting Leadership to Meet the Digital Future | RallyPoint
I am sure you all have heard about Army Learning Concept 2015 and the way ahead for our Army. I have sat in on a few briefings from many other regarding the changes that are coming and it will be challenging. But it is not anything that we as NCOs cannot handle. We have been adapting to change since the inception of our Corps. When I first enlisted, we learned how to conduct land navigation with a map, protractor, and compass. I did not know...
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Thoughts on Mandatory Issued Govt Cell-Phones for All | RallyPoint
What are your thoughts if you were issued (including every service member in the US Military) a cell phone at the expense of the government? The only catch is that you are obligated to answer all calls and emails in a timely manner. Would such an issued phone assist you with your work-load? I have come across several service members who they had one (due to cost on their end) and some who dread the current BB cellphones that are issued. If it...
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The biggest thing Mankind ever devised, in my humble opinion, is Saran Wrap. You can put a sandwich in it, you touch, put it over you face...
You can put three olives in it and make a little Saran Wrap, you can put ten sandwiches in and make a big Saran Wrap. Whatever you want, it clings and sticks...you can look right through it
You can put three olives in it and make a little Saran Wrap, you can put ten sandwiches in and make a big Saran Wrap. Whatever you want, it clings and sticks...you can look right through it
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Best technology sir. There are two that I can think of.
1. The Navajo during World War II, They helped turn the tide during World War II. Their language could not be figured out by the Germans.
2. No amount of technology can ever replace an intelligent, well trained, common sense service member. Boots on the ground is still the best technology the armed forces have.
1. The Navajo during World War II, They helped turn the tide during World War II. Their language could not be figured out by the Germans.
2. No amount of technology can ever replace an intelligent, well trained, common sense service member. Boots on the ground is still the best technology the armed forces have.
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CMDCM Gene Treants
Actually Lance Corporal, they were Marines and they served in the Pacific, They dumbfounded the Japanese not the Germans. By the end of WWII, over 540 Navajo warriors served as Marines and over half of them trained as Code Talkers. Semper Fi.
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LCpl Steve Wininger
I also thought they were used in Europe. I knew they were Marines. Thank you for correcting me. I would hate to mislead anyone.
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Master Chief, the Army actually used Native American languages in both theaters. The Navajo were in the Pacific and they had Commanche code talkers in Europe, in fact some were at Normandy. This was an extension of WWI where they had Cherokee and Choctaw. In 2008, President Bush signed a law awarding all Native American code talkers from both wars with a congressional gold medal.
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CMDCM Gene Treants
Petty Officer C. How did I earn a 40 point down vote by stating the truth that the Navajo were used in the Pacific only? Lance Corporal Wininger and I were talking about the Navajo and his statement that the Germans could not figure out their language. We were not talking about any other Native Americans, but thanks for correcting a mistake I did not make!
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Turkey took off the shelf technology to make drones that killed 100 Russian tanks in Syria. This narrative immediately caught my eye. This process is being replicated by Ukraine.
As a former tanker, I marvel at the accuracy of the M1 tank which is achieved by a ballistic computer that takes environmental and other inputs to come up with a ballistic solution.
I ran across an army engineer veteran online. This dickweed had a very high and inflated sense of self. He acted like he was the tip of the spear and actually said I hid in my tank. What a tactical moron.
As a former tanker, I marvel at the accuracy of the M1 tank which is achieved by a ballistic computer that takes environmental and other inputs to come up with a ballistic solution.
I ran across an army engineer veteran online. This dickweed had a very high and inflated sense of self. He acted like he was the tip of the spear and actually said I hid in my tank. What a tactical moron.
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I saw a thing on the military channel years back about automated warfare being developed by DARPA. Little drone like things that cary various weapons. Some small, some big. They talk to each other. Sensors can determine what is passing and can fire the necessary weapons to counter it up to and including Tomahawks. Friendlies carry a transponder so they can pass. I've never seen anything on it other than that show, but if they are real, holly crap they are awesome. Maybe it was all speculation, have you heard anything on the "automated warfare".
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