A Look At How The Pentagon Is Trying To Make Soldiers Stronger, Quicker, And Smarter

The HULC exoskeleton, which should let people carry up to 200 pounds with ease. (Lockheed Martin)

The Military Is Trying To Make Soldiers Stronger, Smarter, And More Amphibious -- Susannah Locke, VOX

In the past, much of military research has focused on building tools to make soldiers more effective on the battlefield: more powerful guns, better communications, stronger armor. But there is also research underway to improve the human body itself. The US military, academic researchers, and private companies are working together to maximize the capabilities of soldiers' bodies and brains.

Here are four of the most intriguing research projects:

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My Comment: And not a cent invested in making better and smarter Generals.