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August 11th, 2015Black Diamond Advanced Technology Receives Contract To Develop Ground Robotic Operator Control Unit
August 11th, 2015
Chandler, AZ – Black Diamond Advanced Technology has been selected by Carnegie Robotics, LLC to develop an Operator Control Unit (OCU) for ground robotic command and control applications.
Leveraging existing technology from its ultra-rugged, combat-proven Modular Tactical System product family, Black Diamond Advanced Technology will design, develop and prototype a chest-mounted / handheld controller according to Carnegie Robotics specifications for next-generation autonomous mine detection and similar unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) applications.
“The OCU will allow Carnegie Robotics end-customers’ the ability to safely and accurately manage their UGVs with an intuitive human-machine interface (HMI) device that takes advantage of BDATech’s legacy of cutting-edge human factors experience as a leading defense electronics OEM”, says Norman Lange, director of product development at Black Diamond Advanced Technology. Engineering design services and material deliveries will be performed from now into calendar year 2016.
Congrats guys!
Armour Wear Introduces The Special Purpose/Application Releasable Carrier (SPARC)
August 11th, 2015This is the latest presser from Armour Wear.
Aug, 11th 2015: Armour Wear, the leader in protective armor innovation has officially announced its newest revolutionary product; The Special Purpose/ Application Releasable Carrier (SPARC). The SPARC plate carrier is a fully adjustable and releasable, hard use carrier that will accommodate standard 10in X 12in hard plates, along with soft armor liners. This unique plate carrier uses a proprietary Quick Release Buckle (QRB) system which allows the user to doff the carrier in less than one second. This is essential for users in maritime operations, or in the field that have been injured and require immediate emergency attention. The SPARC comes apart into two separate pieces when the QRB latch is activated, when you are ready to put the carrier together just snap the buckles into each other. “It’s as easy as snapping a duty belt in together” says Robert Scott (Owner-Armour Wear).
The SPARC was created in cooperation with the U.S. military and their recent directive for a new weight distribution plate carrier system. This plate carriers intended purpose was perfect balance, and weight distribution for the ground operator. Armour Wear will be the first to offer this technology to the industry, they will be offering this system to the Military, Law Enforcement, and Civilian markets. This system has three main components; the spinal support brace, battle belt system, and plate carrier. The battle belt and support brace are still under development, but the carrier is ready to go. Armour Wear saw the need to bring this product out first. With the addition of the QRB, an operator can click the buckles back together in a snap, and have a working carrier in seconds. Armour Wear also saw the opportunity to delete the use of any Velcro on the main access points of the carrier, instead the QRB doubles as the carriers retention buckles. Always having the consumer in mind, Armour Wear has the SPARC rated at a $295.95 MSRP.
Learn more at: www.armour-wear.com
Tight360Tactical – Tactical Vehicle Visor Panel
August 11th, 2015
Tight360Tactical’s Tactical Vehicle Visor Panel is mounted to the sun visor of a vehicle, providing an item organizer within close reach of the user. The front of the panel features a clear panel for vehicle registration and/or insurance, and an additional pocket for other important documents. The front also has 2 x 3 elastic nylon webbing for writing implements.
The back side offers a combination of elastic nylon webbing and Velcro loop, for items such as flashlights, chemlights, and knives, and Velcro loop for patches.
Available in Coyote Brown and Foliage Green. Made in the USA.
Available in two sizes: 12″ x 6″ and 12″ x 7.5″, for small and large sun visors, respectively.
Sneak Peek – ODG Helmet Covers Coming in Lupus
August 11th, 2015Here are some photos of pre-production samples. The covers will be offered in Lupus as well as MultiCam and will have printed loop. Preorders will be up in a week and will ship around September 15th.
You Never Know Where They’ll Show Up
August 11th, 2015 
AB sends “Cheers!” From Kuwait.
Please Support the Veteran Entrepreneurial Transition Act
August 10th, 2015Senator Jerry Moran of Kansas and Representative Jeff Fortenberry of Nebraska will soon be introducing the Veteran Entrepreneurial Transition Act (VET) to the Senate. The VET Act will create a 3-year pilot program that will enable 250 veterans to use their GI Bill benefit as collateral to start a small business or purchase an existing business. Please take the time to write your Representatives in support of the Veteran Entrepreneurial Transition Act which would allow Veterans to use their GI Bill benefits to start a business.
Below is a draft language sample letter.
Dear (Senator/Representative),
I am contacting you to express my strong support for the proposed Veteran Entrepreneurial Transition Act.
This act will greatly assist the Department of Defense in making the entrepreneurial transition pathway a reality for our deserving veterans.
Our Nation benefits when we have a thriving and self-sustainable veteran community. Research shows that veteran-owned businesses perform better and stay in business longer, and they have a positive impact on communities across the country. Also, many young Americans join the military based on the positive recommendations of our veterans.
Nearly half of our Iraq and Afghanistan war veterans are not currently using their GI Bill, and the unemployment rate for this cohort of veterans has exceeded the national average for years – especially for our female veterans.
In FY2013, the Department of Defense spent $1.359B on unemployment for former military personnel.
It’s time to turn this trend around and ensure greater transition opportunities for our veterans. I believe that this can be done by enabling more of them to start small businesses.
The fact is that many of our veterans, especially those that have done the “heavy lifting” in combat on multiple tours since 9-11, simply are not inclined to return to a college classroom filled with 18-year-olds, but their military experience and accomplishments have “hardwired” them for success in small business.
Our veterans are proven, disciplined leaders who are capable of making sound decisions in complex and confusing environments. They are mission-focused and capable team-builders and small-unit leaders. While they are rich in experience and drive, almost all of them are under-capitalized when it comes to starting a business. I believe that the VET Act will provide them the collateral needed to start a business outright or provide the leverage needed to collateralize a subordinated business loan.
As a pilot program, the VET Act represents a real opportunity for 250 of our veterans. I strongly encourage all members of Congress to support this important initiative.
Thanks for your continued support of our military community,
/S/
Sneak Peek – The ‘Chest Rig’ Necktie from Combat Flipflops
August 10th, 2015I ran into Griff from Combat Flipflops at Outdoor Retailer and he showed me a couple of cool new upcoming products. I really like the Chest Rig. It’s so good looking it will get you from the board room to the bed room. Look for it in Scorched earth, Claymore green, Agency black and Grey man. This sub $40 necktie is made from hemp and recycled plastic bottles which is apropos considering it is manaufactured in the Pacific Northwest. Handmade by Veterans, for wear by all.
