Shadowy Russian military units will test exoskeletons this year that could give soldiers fighting in Ukraine better endurance and strength.
The announcement of the upcoming tests came as reports of severe equipment shortages continued to hang over the country’s mobilisation drive.
Maxim Skokov, the CEO of Russia’s Ekzo Solutions, told the country’s RIA Novosti news agency that his company had been approached by “special agencies” – most likely meaning intelligence agencies or private military groups – looking to test and potentially use their equipment on the battlefields of Ukraine.
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The announcement of the upcoming tests came as reports of severe equipment shortages continued to hang over the country’s mobilisation drive.
Exoskeletons – futuristic robotic suits that a soldier can wear – are in development around the world and are intended to enable troops to carry extra weight or armour protection.
Read more: The Telegraph
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