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Yes, Sandia researchers have created "a dart-like, self-guided bullet for small-caliber, smooth-bore firearms that could hit laser-designated targets at distances of more than a mile (about 2,000 meters)." Continue reading for a video demonstration -- "The first bit of footage shows the plastic sabots, which protect the delicate steering fins, drop off after the bullet emerges from the firearm's barrel. The second portion of the footage shows the bullet curving slightly into its designated target."

Their bullet works much like a precision guided aerial bomb might function. An optical sensor in the nose of the bullet detects a laser beam painted on a target and sends that information to a guidance and control system also packed on board. An eight-bit CPU commands electromagnetic actuators to adjust tiny fins that deploy from the round immediately after it exits the muzzle. From there, the on-board electronics aerodynamically guide the bullet home to its target, allowing the shooter to adjust a round's trajectory in flight to correct on a long shot or to stay with a moving target.

Not your ordinary weapons, "Brighton-based designer Kyle Bean created a collection of harmless weapons for an article in CUT Magazine centered around the topic of 'Guerrilla Gardening' and 'Yarn Bombing'." Continue reading to see more.

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Unlike its predecessors, the Nerf Dart Tag Swarmfire uses a battery-powered rotating barrel and holds up to 20 darts at a time; this efficient blaster is designed to accommodate the high intensity, high speeds, and quick reflexes necessary for your team to achieve victory every time." It's currently on sale for just $22.28 (normally $39.99). Product page. Continue reading for a video overview.

Single darts can be fired for a more calculated firing style. A stock allows the blaster to rest comfortably against players' shoulders and can be removed for high mobility attacks.

So, you've see what Hello Kitty uses during the zombie apocalypse, now check out the DoubleStar Zombie-X AK-47. This weapon "was specifically designed to accept a battery-charged chainsaw, instead of a laser range-finder." Continue reading for a video.

The most frightening thing though is that this is a real attachment for real AK-47s. So if the zombie apocalypse really does happen, then you'd best order yours, just in case.

DeviantART user Midnight Angel created a real-life version of the Assassin's Creed hidden arm blade that actually works. Yes, "using a drawer opening mechanism, a spring for a screen door, and a throwing knife, the weapon works surprisingly smoothly." Click here to see more funny fixes, courtesy of Thereifixedit.com. Continue reading to see the arm blade in-action.

Superheroes are the characters that children's dreams (and some teenagers as well as adults) are made made of, and partially because of their weapons / abilities. These three fans have brought three of them to life. Continue reading to see more.

File this under: cool Hello Kitty products. For those who don't already know, "the Hello Kitty product range goes all the way from purses, stickers and pen sets to toasters, televisions, clothing, massagers, and computer equipment." Click here to see more of today's most popular images, courtesy of Imgur.com. Continue reading for a preview of a real-life Hello Kitty handgun.

While these awesome homemade rubber band weapons may not be as powerful as their bullet-shooting counterparts, they are definitely no slouch. They range from an FN P90 submachine gun to a giant slingshot crossbow. Continue reading to see five incredible examples.

When you're tired of building robots, arcade machines, and music sequencers, it may be time for working LEGO weapons, like a G36 or L85A2. Continue reading to see five of our favorite Jack Streat-made LEGO weapons.

The Tool Logic CC1SB may look like a credit card at first glance, but it's so much more. It boasts a 2-inch stainless blade, combination can/bottle opener, flat head screw driver, 8X power lens, compass, tweezers, a toothpick, inch / cm rulers and a lanyard hole. Product page. Video after the break. Click here for more pictures.

The CC1SB is made out of rugged, translucent blue ABS plastic and ultra slim at about 3/16-inch. It's packed with handy camping, utility and even lifesaving features! Credit card size and less than two ounces, this essential tool kit deserves a place in your car, backpack and even your home.