🎯 U.S. Military Sniper’s edge: The M110 and Barrett M82

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Why Was Camp Century Abandoned?

During an April 2024 flyover of Greenland, NASA scientists made an incredible discovery, uncovering the remnants of a hidden city buried 100 feet beneath the ice. This turned out to be Camp Century. A remote military base, set up by the US to research nuclear weapons during the Cold War and to serve as a strategic location for fighting the USSR.

U.S. Military Sniper’s edge: The M110 and Barrett M82

U.S. Military snipers are some of the most skilled marksmen in the world, and their success relies heavily on their training, precision, and the advanced weaponry they carry into the field. Two rifles that have become icons in their arsenal are the M110 Semi-Automatic Sniper System (SASS) and the M82/M107 Long Range Sniper Rifle.

Are These Hyper-Realistic Robots Too Much?

Realbotix is bringing the robots of the future to the present, with their hyper-realistic faces and eye-contact tracking system. As their custom-built AI allows the robots to converse with people, they grow closer and closer to the ideal of robots in more interactive and client-facing work.

KAAN Fighter Jet: Türkiye’s 5th-Gen Stealth Marvel

KAAN, Türkiye’s 5th-generation stealth fighter jet, represents a monumental leap in the nation’s defense capabilities and aerospace technology. Developed under the National Combat Aircraft (MMU) program, KAAN is designed to compete with the world’s most advanced fighters, such as the F-35 and Su-57, while reflecting Türkiye’s growing independence in defense production.

AI in the Seas: Marine Monitoring Turtle Robot

Beatbot presents its new AquaSense 2 series, with AI powered water robots crafted for specific needs. They have developed the world's first AI-powered, 5-in-1 pool cleaner. Meanwhile, their amphibious robo turtle is used to collect real-time data in environmental research.