The Army will begin a directed-energy test campaign to find the sweet spot for laser weapons when it comes to lethality, reliability and cost.
But before it works, the service must break from antiquated acquisition processes that prevent rapid purchases and slow down deliveries to soldiers.
Pentagon officials fear such reforms could harm active duty retention.
Whistleblowers complained that accusations against supervisors in the Office of Resolution Management, Diversity, and Inclusion were ignored.
The new helmet gives added protection at the same weight of the current helmet.
A new government watchdog report found troops waited more than two weeks for an urgent appointment off base.
The SlingShot removes the brow bar and offers multiple arm options for a better fit with communications gear.
Two companies showcase ways to power and transfer data to helmet-mounted devices, a key space-saving option for soldiers carrying more tech than ever.
Lawmakers voted to subpoena information from the department for the first time since 2016.
If testing goes well, the Army plans to field the futuristic device by 2025.
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