I want to see it stand back up.

 

Huh, never thought about that... But if it can do what's shown in the video, one would surely hope that it could get up if knocked over?

 

i want one

 

This is cool, but creepy. Can't wait until they make fifty foot tall walkers with this thing... That'll make my dreams come true.

Or nightmare

 

Thats pretty wild and just a step a way from being what the Preaditor Drone UAV is...all it needs is a camera and video link up and a weapon of one sort or another to deploy.

 

Now if they could put a more effective silencer on the 2-cycle engine it uses, it would be great for carying extra gear on foot patrol.

 

Wow, imagine the implications! This might be the first step towards paraplegics and amputees regaining their mobility. Cool!

 

When they come out with a four seater pre-runner version with a 6-8 foot bed, I'm buying one.

 

Just wait until it realizes it doesn't have to do what it's human owners tell it and runs amock! Cool!

 

star wars!!

 

Great! Another thing to look out for!

At least we will hear it miles away......FOR NOW!
Really impressive engineering! The recovery on the ice, WOW!
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So, what do you think it would take to bring it down?
12 gauge slug, 00 buck, or para chord around the ankles a la star wars?

Doesn't have much meat, bummer.

 

Damn that thing is uuuugggggllllyyyy.

 

Thats exactly what I would be thinking if I saw that thing in the woods. Then I would shoot the crap out of it.

 

You think that's ugly?
You should see me first thing in the morning....ewww..
Or after work.....
Or after drinking...

 

in the shot with it in the snow next to the tree it looked like it was gonna jike a rear leg up.

 

And to see that Darpa is involved with that project raises flags but it really is some sweet technology in progress.

 

The recoveries were cool! But I think it could use an upgrade. When they can get that thing to run around at 20 mph, I'll be impressed. You have no idea what kind of programming it takes to make a robot balance itself and walk! The ice recovery was excellent. The variables are constantly changing.

On another note... A huge pack of those with mounted guns would be a bit scary!

 

For the love of all that is holy...DO NOT PUT A GUN ON THAT D@#$ THING!

 

They need to put that dog with some ole boys and let them add some goodies on it.

 

the swords system is a much more stable firing platform. no worries about arming this thing. What the hell could it be used for?

 

This version... 200lbs. +, 325lb load capacity... more liekly something around 250lbs and still able to negotiate terrain and conserve power.

Field version perhaps that same weight, but using stronger and lighter materials.

AI software in computer games such as Call of Duty and the latest Halo is getting pretty advanced. Military versions can justify greater R&D funding, and will be more advanced if future "missions" call for it.

Biometric systems are not aynwhere near as refined as agencies would like, but are improving. The methodology and technolgy are advancing quite nicely.

Sniping weapons platforms are not a weight issue. Other systems can be deployed at less than 200lbs easily.

Missions?
Para-dropped behind lines to search for specific terrorist targets for individual elimination. The Dog can remain in position for extended times without cramping, tiring or needed to relieve itself. It doesn't care much about heat or cold, and when setting sites on a target, it is an excellent bench rest. Infiltrate and wait. Terminator style.

24/7 sentry. Anywhere, anytime. Against anyone. If it can't defend, it can attack. With an appropriate payload, it can be "suicidal", and destroy a target with explosives.

Armed medivac. The Dog, with an appropriate appendage, could conceivably pull men from a conflict while laying down fire. 2 or more would be great.

At this time, it can be laughed at. But don't forget that technology improves at an incredible rate, especially when gooberment funded. Our ability to create custom payloads and weapons packages for modular installation on various vehicles and craft is conceptually portable to this little mutt. Artificial intelligence, modern mission planning, GPS, land-based terrain following and avoidance, remote comms and control, modular weapons packages, optics of all types and adaptable software can make these things right dangerous indeed.

Imagine a trio of them going after your retreat.......

 

I think a good size foxhole would take him down.

 

A simple rabbit snare would do it.

 

Leave it alone you bullies.

I want one,it can carry my pack.

 

With a carry load of over 300lbs it could carry you and your pack.

 

WTF ????????

 

See spot run, see spot slide, give me one and you'll see spot loaded down, BOV quits and you got to hoof it see spot carry all.
On the other hand see spot chase you down for being one of those dirty constitution loving survivalists you always hear about on the news.

 

Imagine a dozen of them looking for survivalists, with sensors to track people and weapons to kill. Hell at 300+lbs it could stomp you to death. FREAKY!