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  1. X-Ray technology sheds new light on armour protection - 1 October, 2009

    The shooting gallery... Jeremy Anderson and his team examine the effects of explosions on armour in this Port Wakefield facility, in an attempt to improve safety on the front line.

    An armour mechanics team from DSTO has designed and built a unique facility that will greatly assist in designing safer armour for Australian troops.

  2. Physical Standards for Military Service to be Benchmarked - 21 August, 2009

    The Physical Employment Standards Centre of Expertise will accurately evaluate the physical requirements of service in military occupations.

    Greg Combet, Minister for Defence Personnel, Materiel and Science, today announced the establishment of a Centre of Expertise to accurately evaluate the physical requirements of service in military occupations.