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There are no new innovations only recycled ideas

This would be funnier if I hadn't seen it before...

Sarah Connor better watch out

Skynet Lockheed Martin are product testing a new exoskeleton aptly named the 'HULC'.

Now I don't know what the hell that acronym stands for, but I assume it's something along the lines of Heading for Ultimate Life Control. Aside from that Lockheed's PR department has stated;

"The HULC is a completely un-tethered, hydraulic-powered anthropomorphic exoskeleton that provides users with the ability to carry loads of up to 200 lbs for extended periods of time and over all terrains. Its flexible design allows for deep squats, crawls and upper-body lifting. There is no joystick or other control mechanism. The exoskeleton senses what users want to do and where they want to go. It augments their ability, strength and endurance. An onboard micro-computer ensures the exoskeleton moves in concert with the individual. Its modularity allows for major components to be swapped out in the field. Additionally, its unique power-saving design allows the user to operate on battery power for extended missions. The HULC’s load-carrying ability works even when power is not available."

*shudder*

Paranoia aside, there's no ignoring the fact that the HULC definitely lends itself to the 'super-soldier' image and the sight of something such as a soldier lifting a 200lb shell under one arm would be enough to strike a certain amount of fear into the heart of opposing forces

well, that is, provided the insurgents aren't operating under the assumption that the USMC has been hit by a polio pandemic.

The life aquatic with I and I

After a bit of an entry hiatus, I've finally managed to knock my post-travel depression for four off the back foot, (albeit 3 weeks later).

This post marks the beginning of my journey to gaining PADI open water diver certification, hopefully it should take about 2 months or so.