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Future Combat Systems Didn’t Truly Die

Mention the words “Future Combat Systems” around Army officials, lawmakers or think tank types and their gut reaction will inevitably be a groan. In fact, it’s probably not a good idea to mention the program in the presence of senior service officials at all. Eight years after its cancellation, some say the service’s reputation has

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IronVision Helmet Provides Sight Through Armored Tanks

HAIFA, Israel — Elbit Systems, the Israeli firm whose Helmet Mounted System (HMS) is used on helicopters and fighters worldwide, including the new F-35, is debuting a similar sensor-fused system that allows tank commanders to essentially see through the walls of their armored vehicles.Called IronVision, the vehicle-adapted HMS provides “protective glass walls” for tank or