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Soldiers soon to see robotic mules and tougher bomb bots in the field
The mule robot can carry enough equipment for a squad on a 72-hour mission.
By Todd South
Researchers study how much energy troops burn while walking, carrying loads
A new method improves the accuracy of predicting how much energy troops use while walking, which may soon help ease their load.
By Charlsy Panzino
Sappers test first-ever load carrier designed for paratroopers
Researchers are designing the system with feedback from paratroopers who tested it.
By Todd South
New device could lighten load for Marines
A new device idea would have supplies at Marines’ fingertips, not on their backs.
By Todd South