Infantry weapons aim at integration age: the next round of requirements for individual weapons take shape
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The article discusses in detail various planned infantry weapon programs such as teh US Amry Objective Individual Combat Weapon, a GIAT-led effort, and the UK's Future Infantry Soldier Technology program.
Publication Name: Jane's International Defense Review
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0020-6512
Year: 2000
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Heckler & Koch aims its latest weapons to fill the gap between pistol and rifle
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The article details Heckler & Koch development efforts in the personal defense weapons arena, the 4.6X30mm Personal Defense Weapon and the G36C miniature assault rifle.
Publication Name: Jane's International Defense Review
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0020-6512
Year: 2000
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EM gun on the brink of fruition for land and sea applications
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The science and technology behind electromagnetic (EM) rail guns has advanced sufficiently after almost two decades of research and it can be used for practical exploration of novel military applications. The University of Texas Center for Electromechanics (CEM) has devised a common low-cost projectile concept by utilizing EM guns for both naval surface-fire support and army non line-of-sight (NLOS) engagements.
Publication Name: Jane's International Defense Review
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0020-6512
Year: 2005
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