US military uniforms reduce weight

The Pentagon's Defense Research Projects Agency (DARPA), in conjunction with the US Army, is experimenting with a new uniform called the Warrior Web, designed to reduce the burden on soldiers.

In these tests, the person wearing a 27.6kg backpack and walking on a training machine. However, the details of testing with the Warrior Web are not disclosed by DARPA.

DARPA's website says the new outfit is primarily intended to prevent injuries when soldiers carry heavy loads. Specifically, this outfit has the function of reducing muscle fatigue and cramping (mainly knee joints). This suit weighs around 3.3kg and is equipped with a series of sensors to monitor the impact on the musculoskeletal system of the soldier. The power supply for these sensors is the interactive ribbon that attaches the rechargeable battery.

It is known that the Web Warrior can be used as a conventional weapon, as well as in the future, without interfering with movement. The development of this armament begins in 2011 and is expected to produce a prototype for the field test in the fall of 2013.

Under the watchful eye of DARPA, the United States is developing some 'futuristic' as well as 'outer bones' that can carry over 90 kilograms. Other countries are developing such equipment, including Russia.