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 Military outfits around the world are looking forward to compact, fiber-optic fabrics to combine bulletproof battlewear with advanced communications for the fighting man in the field. Embracing the "soldier as system" concept, researchers are looking to provide body armor that's more protective but lighter in weight, while adding weapons-related systems and advanced network access to next-generation equipment.
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