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Subject: Metal Storm new infantry weapon approval
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MST just annouced that it has gained approval and funding to build a new
infantry weapon that incorporates its electronic ballistics technology. Read
and see what you think. Actually... IMHO it seems a little bit too bulky and
may become too heavy. They'll be too much weight in the gun, eg the top
barrel, to handle it effectively. Then again I didn't enjoy carrying the
M203 when I was in the army.
Cheers,
JM
The Defence Capability and Technology Demonstration (CTD) program proposal
initiated by Weapons Systems Division (Defence Science Technology
Organisation, DSTO) plans to integrate Metal Storm concept with the
Individual Combat Weapon and a range of other technologies
to fire 20/40mm bursting munitions in addition to NATO standard 5.56mm KE
rounds. The funding comes to 3.2 million dollars.
Metal Storm's CEO, and inventor of the technology Mike O'Dwyer said "The
weapon will combine the fire power of two barrels, with the bottom barrel
planned as an upgraded version of the current STEYR AUG Assault Rifle,
firing standard 5.56mm NATO ammunition. The top barrel is intended to add
advanced capabilities to the weapon, being capable of firing different types
of projectiles, ranging from 20/40mm air bursting projectiles, to
less-than-lethal projectiles. The 20/40mm barrel will incorporate Metal
Storm's electronic ballistic technology, with the projectiles stacked
in-line directly in the barrel, thereby removing the otherwise mechanical
components and the magazine. The weapon is also planned to incorporate
advanced day/night sighting and laser targeting systems, and a video link to
a helmet mounted display. The weapon will provide a range of new
capabilities, including the ability to engage targets, which may be hidden
from direct line of sight....."
The AICW will be developed under a three-year research and
development program undertaken by the Defence Science and Technology
Organisation (DSTO), in collaboration with Metal Storm and other
consortium members to produce three fully operational AICW prototypes
for further military testing.
For more information go to
www.metalstorm-ltd.com