SMRTR TechJul 22, 2025Interesting Engineering

China’s cyborg battle suit lets soldiers toss drones, see through walls, run on bots

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China's Kestrel Defense has unveiled a new powered exoskeleton suit for soldiers, enhancing their capabilities in drone operations and battlefield awareness. The suit includes mechanical leg supports, a modular backpack, head-mounted display, and drone-launch system. It aims to reduce fatigue, improve mobility, and provide real-time information to troops. The exoskeleton reflects a global trend in military modernization, combining robotics, wearable computing, and AI to boost infantry performance in scenarios where GPS may be jammed.

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