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Monday, October 7th, 2019ArmyCon: Where Virtual and Reality Meet
Monday, October 7th, 2019FORT KNOX, Ky. — The U.S. Army is aiming to connect the gaming world to the military characters and equipment featured in many of today’s most popular games during the first-ever ArmyCon at the Army Ten-Miler Expo Park and D.C. Armory in Washington, D.C., Oct. 11-12.
ArmyCon will showcase high tech, warfighting capabilities with interactive displays and demonstrations. Individuals can test their skills as virtual warriors in the Mobile Gaming Semi-Trailer and then meet the real-life Soldiers face-to-face, equipped with all the associated gear and weaponry, in one action-packed area.
Spectators can test out robots, climb inside helicopters, and challenge their hacking skills. They can even get a close-up look at two new pieces of Army tech — the Enhanced Night Vision Goggle — Binocular and the Black Hornet Nano Unmanned Aerial System.
The ENVG-B’s are the Army’s most advanced night vision goggle, providing close combat forces with the capability to observe and maneuver weather conditions during limited visibility and enabling Soldiers to shoot around corners. The Black Hornet is a tiny drone that offers intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance support.
“There are so many young people who don’t know what high-tech jobs the Army can offer or what Army life is like,” said Maj. Gen. Frank Muth, U.S. Army Recruiting commanding general. “ArmyCon is a prime opportunity for us to start the conversation about the professional jobs our Soldiers do.”
ArmyCon will feature the two new outreach teams created this year — the Army eSports Team and the Warrior Fitness Team. The esports team will host a “Twitch” gaming tournament inside of the U.S. Army Mobile Gaming Semi-Trailer, which features scorpion chairs and a variety of gaming platforms.
In addition to the new equipment and the gaming trailer, attendees will have a variety of Army assets to experience up-close and personal, including:
-Electric motorcycle
-Talon EOD robot
-Percussion explosive neutralization system
-Portable X-ray
-EOD blast suit
-Cyber Protection Team (demo cyber effects, display geo tagging effects with social media)
-Helicopters
-Stryker
Along with the equipment, attendees can meet Olympians from the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit, the Golden Knights Army Parachute Team, Rangers, Special Forces Soldiers, and more.
By USAREC Public Affairs
BE Meyers & Co Exhibiting At Booth #3825 At AUSA 2019
Monday, October 7th, 2019October 7, 2019 (Redmond, WA) – B.E. Meyers & Co., Inc., a manufacturer of optoelectronics and advanced photonics for the defense and aerospace industries, will be exhibiting at the Association of the United States Army’s 2019 Annual Meeting (AUSA), on October 1416, booth #3825 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C.
B.E. Meyers & Co. will be showcasing the recently announced MAWL®-X1 alongside other MAWL® (Modular Advanced Weapon Laser) variants which bring increased effectiveness to modern weapon systems, and set a new standard for NIR pointing and illumination on the battlefield. Other products on display include the BOARS®-M2 optic and accessory mount selected for U.S. Army fielding; the GLARE® RECOIL (LA-22/U) ocular interrupter system for Hail and Warning/Escalation of Force scenarios; the IZLID® series of IR and SWIR pointers and illuminators; and the M2A1F .50 Cal threaded flash hider.
To schedule a meeting with a member of the B.E. Meyers & Co. Team at AUSA 2019, please contact info@bemeyers.com.
For more information about B.E. Meyers & Co. products, visit www.bemeyers.com.
Join Polartec at AUSA
Wednesday, October 2nd, 2019
See, feel, and discover the latest Polartec Military fabric innovations and styles at AUSA 2019 in Washington, DC — Booth 3525
Leupold Mk 5 – Maybe The Best Scope They’ve Ever Made
Thursday, November 15th, 2018After speaking with Leupold at AUSA, I realized that a lot of folks don’t understand that the Mk 5HD is actually a better optic than the Extremely popular Mk 6, in spite of the model number being lower. Apparently, there’s a lot of misconception over the naming convention.
In this case, the higher number doesn’t designate superiority, but rather describes the erector array. The Mk 6 is a six time erector, while the Mk 5 is a five time erector.
Additionally, the front focal plane Mk 5 is relatively new, having just been introduced about a year ago. It’s newer than the Mk6.
The Mk 5 is a 3.6-18×44 optic that is just over 12″ long and has a 35mm tube, while the older Mark 6 is a comparable 3-18×44 scope but is just under 12″ and has a 34mm tube. There is also a 5-25×56 variant of the Mk 5HD.
Featuring the all-new M5C3 ZeroLock adjustments, the elevation dials deliver 30 mils of travel, a full extra 10mm of travel thanks to the three full turns. The scope also comes with a built in throw lever and fast focus adjustable eyepiece.
Below is a side by side comparison of the two optics.
There are several reticle available.
Additionally, the lens surfaces are treated with DiamondCoat 2, an ion-assist lens coating which is actually optimized for higher light transmission.
And by the way, the Mk5 not only offers all of that, it’s also less expensive. So, it’s lighter, has more adjustment, a couple of extra features, and is less expensive. It may well be the best optic Leupold has ever built.
www.leupold.com/scopes/rifle-scopes/mark-5hd-3-6-18×44
AUSA 18 – Aimpoint CompM5s Makes American Debut
Wednesday, October 10th, 2018Aimpoint openly displayed the CompM5s for the first time in the US.
Essentially, it’s the same as the CompM5, but the Comp5s has a low battery compartment.
Features:
2 MOA Dot
AAA battery
5 years constant on use with one battery
Advanced internals and lens design
AUSA 18 – DG Frame Set by Crossfire Australia
Wednesday, October 10th, 2018Crossfire Australia is well known name for the true gear aficionado. I was pleasantly surprised to see them exhibiting in the Australian pavilion at AUSA. Their DG Frame Set caught my eye.
They designed by and manufactured to their spec, the frame is said to flex at the same rate as the human back offering a more stable and comfortable ride.
I really like the looks of the harness. The waist belt is segmented allowing for it to be worn around the waist or secured around the back. Additionally, the harness system can be quickly set at three different heights to accommodate different torso lengths. The shoulder straps are shaped and tapered to work over body armor and smoothly transfer load away from the brachial plexus nerve group.
The DG Frame is compatible with most ALICE-style packs, including Crossfire’s offerings.
With the current exchange rate, this Frame is quite affordable for Americans concerned about price.
crossfire.com.au/collections/military/products/dg-frame-set
AUSA 18 – Stalker by Safran Optics 1
Wednesday, October 10th, 2018In 2016 the Stalker, by Safran Optics 1, was selected as the US Army’s Laser Target Locator Module II and has recently entered production. Safran Optics 1 has a long history of supporting DoD, having delivered over 30,000 handheld laser rangefinders.
The heart of the Stalker is a laser rangefinder with a range of 5,000m on harsh environmental conditions. It also integrates a digital magnetic compass, SASM GPS, 6x Direct View Optic and Low Level Light imager, and LWIR Thermal Imager.
In addition to increased capability, the Stalker offers a 3 lbs, or 40% weight reduction over the LTLM it replaces.
