Sniper alert: sensors tag shooters in less than a
second.
by Williams, Robert H.
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A wearable, 6.4 ounce sensor has proven its worth in quickly
detecting the location of snipers. The devices--developed by QinetiQ
North America of McLean, Va., have been used in combat in Afghanistan
and Iraq.
The Ears Sniper Detection System audibly cues soldiers on the
direction and distance of hostile fire within a tenth of a second of the
first shot, says a spokesman. Ears in a vehicle traveling more than 50
miles per hour was able to instantly locate snipers by shockwave and
muzzle blast signatures.
It compares to existing sniper detection systems that weigh up to
200 pounds.
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