Smart Rifle

Not just a rifle, this Smart Gun for the Canadian Armed Forces is capable of firing new lightweight telescoped ammunition, and a secondary effects module that adds either a three-round 40 mm grenade launcher or a 12-gauge shotgun. That’s not all, there’s also a NATO-standard power and data bus that enables users to attach smart accessories, such as electro-optical sights and position sensors that connect to command and control networks. Continue reading for a video and more information.

“Researchers also undertook studies on technology that allows the weapon to automatically procure and engage targets, along with developing sensors required to accurately locate targets spatially and share that target data with surrounding units and back to base. The next step in the research is to incorporate TrackingPoint-style projectile guidance technology,” reports Gizmag.

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