29. Long Range Acoustic Device (LRAD)
If an LRAD sounds like a device used for sending messages over long distances, it is, but Genasys’ LRAD system is much more than that. While primarily used as a communication device, the LRAD system is also employed as a sound cannon and sonic weapon.
Several police forces in the United States have already begun using the LRAD system for crowd control. Some cruise lines have even chosen to implement this technology on their ships to deter potential pirates from boarding and looting vessels.
30. Carmel Street Fighting Tank
When it comes to the development of advanced military equipment, Israel has been at the forefront or near the top for decades. However, after the IDF experienced difficulties maneuvering large armored vehicles through narrow streets during Operation “Protective Edge” in 2014, they began developing a tank that better suits the current needs of the armed forces.
Although the Carmel tank is manned, it is mostly operated by one of the soldiers using a controller similar to a video game controller. These new combat tanks are easier to operate and provide greater mobility, marking a significant turning point.
