it would sure aid our troops if we gave our reporters splodey cameras
Saw this on IMAO
A "grenade" camera, that would enable soldiers to look into hazardous areas, is being developed for UK troops.The West will always have the upper hand because of innovations such as this.
Dubbed the I-Ball the wireless device is robust enough to survive being thrown onto a battlefield.
The I-Ball's internal camera gives a 360 degree view, with images being sent from the instant it is launched.
It is thought the new technology would enable soldiers to see into potential danger spots without putting themselves at risk of ambush.
For instance, look at the Israel / Palestine conflict. Back in 2003, the Israelis were developing this:
The CornerShot: Makes Tight Corners an Advantage
Meanwhile, the other side of that conflict is still using these:
|