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2007-05-30 Home Front: WoT

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Posted by trailing wife 2007-05-30 17:09|| || Front Page|| [6 views ] Top

#1 I heard a suggestion that some amputees want replacement parts *better* than human parts, so they can not only return to their unit, but be a unique asset.

For example, a "spring loaded" running leg so they can cover distances faster than normal men already exists.

Who knows what prosthetics DARPA could think up that would be real useful on the battlefield?

Posted by Anonymoose 2007-05-30 18:42|| 2007-05-30 18:42|| Front Page Top

#2 Slightly OT and possibly retarded but, everytime I read about these guys I can't help but think of the recruiter in "Starship Troopers."

(I know! I know! How geeky can I be?)
(Ya'd be surprised-uh- maybe you wouldn't be)

Posted by AlmostAnonymous5839">AlmostAnonymous5839 2007-05-30 18:56|| 2007-05-30 18:56|| Front Page Top

#3 I can see a not too distant future where some of our soldiers are going to look a lot like the borg, or refugees from a warhammer 40K picture.

Resistance is futile!

Posted by N guard 2007-05-30 21:43|| 2007-05-30 21:43|| Front Page Top

#4 A great big WIN WIN for both our people and the Armed Forces. Love to see this development on many levels, from a personal one [wounded buddies] to the future for our GREAT men and women.

Posted by RD">RD 2007-05-30 23:37|| 2007-05-30 23:37|| Front Page Top

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