Abstract
COMIC-BOOK AUTHORS ARE TURNING GREEN WITH envy. For years, superheroes and their futuristic special powers were exclusively the stuff of fantasy But now, science and technology are beginning to enable ordinary humans to acquire some of the abilities of fictional superheroes. Once make-believe, these special powers are being conferred by advanced materials specially designed for military applications. Imagine combat uniforms that switch from soft and pliable to firm and armored at the touch of a button. Or a battle suit that can function as an antenna, generate a steady supply of electricity, and relay vital information about the soldier wearing it. How about a military vehicle that can repeatedly deflect armor-piercing bullets at close range? Equipment capable of performing these and other amazing feats is being developed by scientists and engineers working on a range of research programs. The projects aim to provide members of the armed forces with the highest level of protection and ...
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