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The US is looking for new, lighter protective equipment
US lawmakers have directed the Department of Defense to allocate funds for the development of lighter protective equipment for infantrymen. The goal is to reduce weight by 20% without compromising protection, necessitating the use of new materials. The timeline for achieving this goal is unspecified, indicating it may be a long-term project.
The US lawmakers have instructed the Department of Defense (page 5 center) to provide the necessary funds in the coming years to develop protective equipment for infantrymen that is at least 20% lighter. The goal is to achieve weight reduction without compromising protection, which will require new materials. Since the exact number of years is not specified, it is possible that it will take some time before this goal is achieved.
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