The Future Force Warrior from the United States is an advanced technology demonstration project. The project will create a lightweight, fully-integrated infantry combat systems. The system is composed of a headgear with body armor and sensors. It also includes a communications system and sensors. This system will aid soldiers in surviving on treacherous terrain.
Soldier Digitization subsystem
Future force warriors program envisages the revolutionary use of nanotechnology, powered exoskeletons and magnetic-resistance liquid-based body armour. The concept was not intended for every scenario, but rather to stimulate a dialogue about how these technologies can be used.
Headgear system integrated
Army Future Force Warrior Program has developed a new integrated headgear for ground soldiers. The system will improve protection against blasts and bullets, while also reducing weight. This system will allow soldiers communicate without the need to use an external microphone.
Subsystem power
The Future Force Warrior power Subsystem can dramatically reduce the weight of combat soldiers. A typical OFW power subsystem weighs approximately two pounds and can provide twelve W of power. The power requirements for the OFW system are comparable to those of a MBITR radio with LW-SI.
Displays
As part the Future Force Warrior program the Army is developing new displays, technology, and other tools for ground soldiers. These technologies are based on advances in lightweight ballistic materials, electronics and displays. In the development of the technology, data on human factors from government labs is also used. An Association of United States Army panel discussion was held on July 24th to discuss these developments.
Sensors
Future Force Warriors will be equipped unattended tactical sensor to provide situational intelligence and networked fire. To realize this, a communications network infrastructure must be deployed to collect and disseminate the sensor data. In particular, the network must provide users with real-time situational awareness information.
Ballistic materials that are light and compact
Armor that can withstand heavy rounds and still maintain a light profile is essential for the future warrior force. The Army Research Lab began developing armor materials that are 64 per cent more impact resistant than traditional steel armor. The materials are also eight times lighter than current armor. Scientists from the Army Research Laboratory (UB) have started laboratory experiments to restructure microscopic materials to increase their energy.