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New high Tech Shooting Target Inspired by Video Game Mechanics Brings the Virtual World to the Real World
Interactive High-Tech Steel Shooting Targets Use First-ever Magnetic Reset and Embedded LED Backlit Illumination to Reproduce Classic FPS Game Mechanics
Autonomous Alloys’ Digital Steel smart target system represents a huge leap forward in shooting target technology for the most common caliber ever made, the .22 LR.
Virtually all shooting targets become static and dull – paper can seen, but can’t be heard; steel can be heard, but can’t be seen. And even “reactive” targets tend to get monotonous after time. Autonomous Alloys has set out to redefine what a target is capable of and in doing so, created the world’s first electronic steel pop up target system that uses traditional first-person (FPS) video game modes to inspire it’s experience, and bring fun and training with interactive, multisensory shooting targets.
Powered by a lightening-fast electromagnet to control pop-up resets and a multi-colored backlit light bar for game feedback, Digital Steel targets combine visual and audio feedback in an extra-ordinary way – every target hit is a satisfying hit. And when wirelessly connected to other targets on the field, something extraordinary happens – game modes that were traditionally only available in video games can now be played down range with live fire. Fan favorites like Free-for-All and Domination from games like Doom, Halo, and Call of Duty, can be played in single player, co-op, and head-to-head modes. Training drills and run and gun modes provide real-world high-adrenaline scenarios and test everything from your double tap and reload skills, to speed and endurance.
Fast paced, intuitive, and fun for shooters of all ages, Digital Steel Smart Targets bring several new features never-before-seen in targets:
“Digital Steel Smart Targets are designed to be fun,” said Michael Campbell, co-founder of Autonomous alloys. “Casual and competitive players alike love the system for the charged feedback and action. It’s unlike any other live fire target shooting experience.”
National Molding has introduced two new products. They’ll be offered in Black, Tan 499 and Ranger Green.
Stockholm, June 22, 2016
INVISIO (IVSO) has received a new order for communications systems and accessories from the French Army. The order value amounts to approximately SEK 9 million and delivery is scheduled for the second half of 2016. This is the second order from the same customer in a short time.
“We have a long-term cooperation with the French defense forces and look upon this order as an important continuation of our collaboration which has been ongoing for some years now”, says Lars Højgård Hansen, CEO of INVISIO.
The order includes communications system with headsets for use with a radio. The system ensures a good hearing protection while the wearer is able to communicate and maintain situational awareness.
In May 2016, INVISIO announced an order of SEK 9 million from the same customer.
France is INVISIO’s seventh army cooperation, after Denmark, Sweden, the USA, Canada, Australia and the United Kingdom.
MURRAY UT – Last week, Operators Suppressor Systems (OSS) announced the results and a video of recent testing by a US Government agency that compared an OSS Flow-Through suppressor with the current best-in-class baffle suppressor.
This week, some have had questions about the test agency, their methodology, and the results highlighted in our video. For those who are interested, OSS would like to provide additional background and details on the tests, the results and the video.
The Tests:
Last fall, in OSS’s ongoing collaboration with the US Government and Military, prototype OSS suppressors were tested and experienced a handful of heat-related fails to outer housings and internal components.
Armed with the testing data, the OSS R&D team refined and tested material and geometry mods to some suppressor components. Final prototyping was completed at the end of last year, and on January 6, 2016, the US Government agency responsible for determining “the next generation of small arms signature reduction” for SOF and tactical operators conducted a new test.
This test’s protocol and methodology was established by the agency and supervised by the agency’s personnel. Representatives from the various branches of the US Military were also in attendance and monitored the test.
It was held at OSS test facilities in our Murray UT headquarters. OSS has invested in advanced testing equipment in Murray, and as this state-of-the-art equipment was not readily available to the government agency, they requested that their test be conducted at OSS. OSS personnel participated solely in weapon handling, test firing (as seen on the video), and data recording.
As described in the video, this was a brutal torture test to determine suppression performance under the most extreme conditions – 240 rounds per cycle with eight 30 round mags of semi- and full-auto fire for at least six cycles!
At the request of the testing agency, the commercial off-the-shelf baffle suppressor was purchased, and the OSS suppressors were randomly selected from inventory, as were the Daniel Defense Mk18s.
The Results:
Although only highlighted in the video, the dramatic difference in performance between the OSS suppressor and the baffle suppressor was, in the words of several of the government attendees, “Remarkable.”
The reason is simple.
Baffle suppression creates significant backpressure. And over a firing table like the one used in this test, critical problems can arise:
OSS’s patented Flow-Through suppression does not increase backpressure, and allows for effective expansion of gases, transfer of energy, mitigation of heat, and suppression of sound and flash.
These conditions were witnessed during the test and highlighted in the 3-minute video. The complete raw video of the test cycles is available for viewing via Dropbox here
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Tomorrow:
OSS’s patented Flow-Through suppression is a leap ahead and undoubtedly disruptive advance over existing baffle technology — the type of advance the US Government is working hard to test, validate and procure across various branches and services (see recent CSASS announcement).
We’re proud to have earned the opportunity to have OSS products tested, improved and proven against the best-in-class competition.
We’re excited to offer the same technology and performance in OSS’s new ELITE line of 5.56 and 7.62/.30 Cal suppressors.
And as more learn about and experience the unmatched performance of OSS, we know they’ll understand what we mean when we say “Don’t Get Baffled.”
For more information visit www.osssuppressors.com.
This OSS press release is in response to a press release earlier this week by SureFire.
For this week’s Friday Focus, FirstSpear is offering a chance for the SSD readers to get their hands on some genuine FirstSpear Design Prototypes, ranging from End user requests to truly one of a kind items, through the Operator Photo Contest.
Operator Photo Contest
1. All entries must include a FirstSpear item.
2. Item must be worn or interacted with by a live human
3. Must include a face FS can ‘Operator Blur’ i.e. they will blur/redact the faces.
Contest Judges include former Marines and other Active duty or Retired Service Members so theme your images accordingly, if you’re interested in winning. Include guns, your girlfriend, anything you think will increase your chances, you won’t offend anyone related to the contest. Extra points for down range images.
The contest deadline is July 8th. Email your entry to media@first-spear.com. Winners will be announced shortly after.
Good luck!
Trzin, 23.06.2016. UF PRO introduced today the new generation of their Striker XT BDU.
As already announced at this year’s IWA exhibition in Nuremberg, UF PRO will be launching the new generation of their Striker XT Combat Shirt and Pants. Since its introduction in 2014, the first generation of the Striker XT BDU’s became one of the most popular UF PRO products and they promise that the new generation will push the standards even further.
The new Striker XT Combat Shirt offers the already proven air/pac inserts in the shoulder area for weight distribution, a materials mix of polyester, cotton and merino and an anatomic and flexible elbow protection system.
The Gen. 2 Shirt has a longer front zipper, and the polyester/ merino armpit area is additionally reinforced with a nylon mesh for protection against abrasion. Webbing on top of the lower sleeve pocket provides the flexibility for attaching the UF PRO Device Pouch, or any other MOLLE compatible pouch.
The Striker XT Combat Pants are known for their hybrid structure, which allows the user unhindered movement with a smart pocket configuration and comfortable knee protection.
The Gen.2 Pants have now even more stretch built in and offer a bigger and more easily accessible pocket configuration.
The 3-layer knee protection can be equipped with either a shock absorbing Flex Pad or with the new UF PRO Flex- Soft Pad, which offers extra cushioning while kneeling down. Both pads can be reinforced with a penetration resistant UF PRO Solid Pad.
The camouflage versions of the Striker XT pants now also have integrated camouflage Schoeller-dynamic stretch panels.
Find out more about the new UF PRO Striker XT Gen.2 BDU here: ufpro.si/strikerxt_gen2
This is a release from SecureIt regarding the release of their new Model 52 Gun cabinet:
New Model 52 Gun Cabinet from SecureIt, properly stores six long guns featuring CradleGrid Technology with a focus on fast access and organization.
Firearm storage has not fundamentally changed in decades. It is static and certainly has not kept up with the sweeping changes in the size and shape of firearms themselves. Recognizing this problem, SecureIt, in conjunction with the US Army Special Forces, developed patented technology that adapts to the situation. Called CradleGrid, this three part system is comprised of a grid that affixes to the back of a locker, cabinet, safe, etc., individual “cradles” which fit anywhere on the grid and can be quickly and easily moved without tools to fit virtually any firearm, and a base into which the firearm butt stock goes and which features a tiered design for proper lean angle. A key advantage of the system is that it allows for firearm storage with optics attached. This CradleGrid system is the heart of SecureIt gun cabinet products and is incorporated into an array of storage solutions.
SecureIt has addressed the demands (listed below) of today’s gun owners by answering their specific storage needs with the development of the Model 52.
– Organization
– Fast access
– Adjustability
– Hidden
– Portable (light enough to move within home) yet fixed (securely bolts to floor or wall)
Product Name: Model 52-KD
Features: SecureIt CradleGrid Technology
Storage capabilities: Any combination of six long guns with scope attached.
Benefits:
– CradleGrid system adjusts on the fly to store any long gun
– No tools necessary to adjust system for any length firearm up to 50”
– Stores any style firearm with scope attached – no need to re-zero
– Straight-line access allows you to reach each firearm without moving others
– Organizational awareness improves visual inventory
– Accessories adjust on louvered grid for unlimited configurations
– Ideal size for home and office
– 14 gauge heavy duty steel construction is easy to assemble
– Ideal size for strategically hidden storage
– Push button electronic lock
– Adapts to any environment and re configures in minutes.
– Accessories, sold separately, further organization and custom storage (pistol pegs, storage bins, trays and shelves, magazine holders, etc)
– BUY-IT-BACK Satisfaction Guarantee
Specifications
– 22″w x 15.5″d x 52″h
– Heavy duty steel construction
– Six upper cradles and three stock bases
– Swing door with three point locking system
– Touch pad, electronic lock
– Black powder coat finish
Store any assortment of firearms in this compact cabinet that may be hidden in a closet or simply placed in the basement or in an upstairs bedroom. in an organized manner that also promotes fast access to each gun. Organize short MSRs with hunting firearms, gear and ammo. Adapts to any environment and re configures in minutes.
