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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

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