Weight issues are not something that’s common with U.S. Army soldiers. The military organization prides itself on running a lean, mean fighting machine. But, even so, the Army is on a weight-loss program when it comes to vehicles, artillery, ordnance, helmets, electronic gear and other devices.
Lightening the load in the field is a top priority today. Army engineers are developing a variety of new applications for aluminum, carbon-fiber composites, magnesium, titanium and other lightweight materials.