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Hybrid Fighting Machines (UPDATE)

The DTV Jackal is Stealthy and Capable of Destruction

— June 24, 2011 — Autos
The BPG Werks DTV Jackal seeks to top their previous creation, the DTV Shredder, an off-road capable motorized vehicle that combined elements of the Segway with a BMX bike.

The DTV Jackal is not designed for public consumption like the Shredder, but rather it is being developed as a potential military weapon. The DTV Jackal has the ability to operate in any kind of weather, and is equipped with two grenade launchers as well as a remote control system that allows it to work as an unmanned drone-like weapon.

The DTV Jackal is capable of reaching 31 MPH at top speed and its hybrid-settings allow it to travel at high efficiency if the generator’s in use, and it also has the ability to operate solely on petrol if the vehicle requires stealth-operations.

John J. Young, a former Undersecretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics under the Bush administration, is a member of the DTV Jackal’s board and intends to help with the marketing of the product.
Trend Themes
1. Military Hybrid Vehicles - Developing hybrid vehicles for military use with advanced capabilities and multiple modes of operation presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the defense industry.
2. Unmanned Weapon Systems - Creating unmanned drone-like weapons equipped with advanced control systems and specialized weaponry opens up disruptive innovation possibilities in military technology.
3. Stealthy Off-road Vehicles - Designing off-road vehicles capable of operating in any weather condition, with stealth capabilities and high speed, provides disruptive innovation potential in the automotive industry.
Industry Implications
1. Defense - The defense industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities by developing hybrid vehicles and unmanned weapon systems for military applications.
2. Military Technology - Advancements in military technology, such as the development of stealthy off-road vehicles and unmanned weapon systems, present disruptive innovation opportunities for the industry.
3. Automotive - The automotive industry can explore disruptive innovation by designing hybrid off-road vehicles with advanced capabilities, including all-weather operation and stealth features.
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