DefenceTalkSmart phones autocorrect in texting, search engines autocomplete queries, and mapping applications redirect navigation in real-time to avoid slowed traffic. These ubiquitous AI-based technologies adapt to everyday needs and learn user habits by focusing on making the algorithm better, but Army researchers want to enhance AI by providing more information about the intent of the […]https://www.defencetalk.com/robots-to-autocomplete-soldier-tasks-new-study-suggests-72260/

DefenceTalkDuring Operation Atlantic Resolve in Europe, Soldiers were tasked to move ammunition around Eastern Europe but lacked sufficient trailers to haul it, said Col. Lanier Ward. A program manager said more trailers were not budgeted in the Program Objective Memorandum, meaning it would take a while to make it happen. So the rotational brigade combat […]https://www.defencetalk.com/rapid-equipping-force-bringing-swift-solutions-to-soldiers-71524/

DefenceTalkAMMAN, Jordan: A radio crackles to life on what seems like another routine security patrol in a remote village. 1st Lt. Brent Lemler, of Bravo Company “Bushmasters,” 1st Battalion, 184th Infantry Regiment, keys his hand-held radio and responds. While listening to the communication, he motions for his squad leaders. After a moment, 1st Lt. Lemler […]https://www.defencetalk.com/us-soldiers-sharpen-tactical-anti-terrorism-skills-in-jordan-71462/

DefenceTalkOn Monday, Aug. 21, the United States will experience a solar eclipse, where the moon passes between the sun and the Earth. For Soldiers on some Army installations, the entire sun will appear to vanish for a few minutes, and during that time they will experience total darkness. For other Soldiers, the moon will only […]https://www.defencetalk.com/us-soldiers-gear-up-for-solar-eclipse-70311/

DefenceTalkCAMP ETHAN ALLEN TRAINING SITE: Mountain warfare can be unforgiving, and if a Soldier is ill-prepared, the mountains and rough terrain can become a terrible foe. That’s according to Master Sgt. Nathan Chipman, the noncommissioned officer in charge of operations at the Army Mountain Warfare School. Nestled in the hills of Jericho, Vermont, the school […]https://www.defencetalk.com/mountain-warfare-school-shows-soldiers-how-to-take-fight-to-the-hills-69883/

DefenceTalkFuture ground troops may one day have a “third arm” device attached to their protective vests that will hold their weapon, lessening the weight on their arms and freeing up their hands for other tasks. Weighing less than 4 pounds, the body-worn weapon mount is currently undergoing testing at the Army Research Laboratory, where researchers […]https://www.defencetalk.com/third-arm-may-lessen-soldiers-burden-increase-lethality-69596/

DefenceTalkFor the first time, Soldiers got to unleash the distinct “brrrt” gunfire of a 30-millimeter cannon mounted on top of a Stryker combat vehicle as part of testing last week at Maryland’s Aberdeen Proving Ground, the program’s manager said Tuesday. This summer, Soldiers with the 2nd Cavalry Regiment out of Vilseck, Germany, will get in-depth […]https://www.defencetalk.com/us-army-test-stryker-upgraded-with-30mm-cannon-more-upgrades-to-come-68915/

DefenceTalkIsrael’s army is searching for hundreds of weapons and tens of thousands of munitions — from its own former soldiers. It turns out that many soldiers have ended their service by walking away with memorabilia. The military is now pleading with them to bring back their boots, sleeping bags and cold-resistant suits — not to […]https://www.defencetalk.com/bring-back-our-gear-israels-army-begs-ex-soldiers-67218/

DefenceTalkThe Army’s been focused on lightening the load carried by Soldiers for some time now, in both equipment and protective gear. The effort has benefited Soldiers in combat units — and it will benefit the female Soldiers who will join combat units in the future, Army leaders told congressmen. “We approach the Soldier protection system […]https://www.defencetalk.com/us-army-wants-lighter-better-protective-equipment-for-soldiers-66928/

DefenceTalkRemotely-controlled weapons systems have drastically reduced the number of Soldiers needed for perimeter security at an expeditionary base camp here. “Every Soldier I have assigned to securing the perimeter is one I don’t have that can execute support missions,” said Lt. Col. Raphael Heflin, commander, 142nd Combat Service Support Battalion, or CSSB, 1st Armored Division. […]https://www.defencetalk.com/remote-controlled-weapons-augment-soldiers-on-perimeter-at-nie-16-1-65558/