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Israel Developing Closed-Hatch Tanks for Urban Warfare


(Defense News) Barbara Opall-Rome - Israel will soon demonstrate a smart helmet-mounted system that allows commanders to essentially see through the walls of tanks for safe and effective ground-maneuvering combat. Developed by Elbit Systems, the Iron Vision system allows crews operating in urban environments to locate, identify, track and engage enemy forces without the commander being exposed to sniper fire. "The important thing is to know what is happening at all times outside of the tank, while operating efficiently and safely from inside," said Brig.-Gen. Guy Hasson, chief armored officer for the Israel Defense Forces.
2017-07-11 00:00:00
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