The Pentagon Newest Stealth Spy Aircraft Is a Flying Sperm - Polidicks

[release] [img]http://defensetech.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/argus1.jpg[/img] Check out the latest piece of UAV spy tech that the DoD is looking at out at the giant Nevada Test Site. World Surveillance Group’s worm-like Argus One airship began flight demonstrations for the Pentagon at a Department of Energy-owned airstrip inside the mysterious test range. (It was probably at the DoE’s Yucca airstrip, a site that was recently revealed to be home to UAV ops.)Argus One is meant to loiter for days at altitudes of 10,000 to 20,000-feet over targets while carrying 33-pounds of surveillance and communications in that little gondola that’s slung beneath the craft. Why the crazy looking design? Increased stability and maneuverability in the face of nasty winds and weather conditions.Here’s what WSG says about the worm-blimp:Argus One is an unmanned autonomous airship with automated control for individual body modules for improved flight stability and aerodynamic control. The design features the ability to control the rigidity between each module and the ability to pivot. The modules are operated by microcontrollers based on aerodynamic requirements. The airship’s altitude, overall response and handling characteristics and flight control utilizes a system of ballonets contained within each individual module, thereby creating a dynamically adjustable airship. The design of the Argus One differs significantly from many of the LTA rigid platforms that have been in operation for over a century. It goes on to say that the Argus One is mean to be an “eye in the sky” that meets “certain requirements for ISR applications for U.S. military and other governmental agencies.” That “other governmental agencies” is probably a clue as to why it’s being tested at the remote Nevada facility.The drone is being designed to beam images and other intel it collects in near real-time to ground control stations, it can also be programmed by operators to automatically fly to certain navigation points. And that weird shape, it also makes it easy to transport and operate Argus One from bare bones facilities in the middle of nowhere. Oh yeah, it’s also stealthy, according to WSG:he Argus One has significant competitive advantages over the existing manned aircraft, heavier-than-air fixed wing UAVs, tethered aerostats and balloons, or low orbit satellite alternatives. The Argus One has a flexible, non-rigid envelope which allows for easy storage and transport to remote locations. There is no need for large hangars or airport infrastructure, as the Argus One can be assembled and tactically launched in hours from virtually anywhere, including remote, mountainous territory. The Argus One is designed to have a several day endurance capability and can stay on station with its module designed body, propulsion system and its sensor operated rigidity stabilization system, even in rough weather. The Argus One has a low radar footprint making it virtual stealth since the payload bay located on the forward module of the airship is the only radar reflecting material on the airship. Ps. Yes, the balloon kinda looks like something else, but I’m gonna let you guys make those jokes.[/release] Read more: [url]http://defensetech.org/2012/01/23/a-stealthy-worm-shaped-spying-airship-what/#ixzz1ka5ob3Ai[/url] Defense.org

Sneaky little fuckers.

We shall spread our seed across the Earth, because that's what Jesus told us to do.

Hot-air balloon eggs: LOOK OUT!

A dedicated countering platform is already in late stages of development. [img]http://t2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRaTdRO7A8-rzKjjTHLJz_lf_kvHiBvppOgCxdWt4XIt9xmDYfQWbZMPOAv[/img]

Nice saggy tail

[QUOTE=PrusseluskenV2;34400063]How big is it?[/QUOTE] Too big.

Futuristic machines are now starting to become. Hell yes.

Is there a hanger shaped like an ovum, too?

Holy Christ. I never thought I'd actually see airships make a comeback in the military like this. This is awesome.

I thought you were kidding about sky-sperm when i read the title...

[img]http://i.imgur.com/hFjXg.png[/img]

Obese American sperm.

Wait, I thought they gave the designation ARGUS to their new helicopter drone?

Spreading the seeds of freedom.

Penetrating the secrets of nations.

fertilizing peace

Will it be considered rape if this penetrates Iranian airspace? In other news...The US military take Ahmadinejad's 'come at me bro' style foreign policy a little [I]too[/I] seriously. You know you're fucked when this thing shows up. The primary mission was to carry high definition surveillance cameras to identify terrorists; a secondary purpose turned out to be initiating public beatings of said terrorists when they admitted "American sperm got my face!" to their superiors.

[img]http://images4.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20090906020856/metroid/images/d/df/Mzmend_c.png[/img] I immediately thought of this.

It's a Vermicious Knid.

Well, this looks fuckin' awesome we got futuristic airships and shit. I love the future.

[QUOTE=TalonAran;34409601][img]http://images4.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20090906020856/metroid/images/d/df/Mzmend_c.png[/img] I immediately thought of this.[/QUOTE] That was a good fucking game though.

That's awesome. I'd like to see the reactions of people that notice the aircraft from the distance.

Brings a whole new meaning to the idea of "seed capital"

[QUOTE=TalonAran;34409601][img]http://images4.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20090906020856/metroid/images/d/df/Mzmend_c.png[/img] I immediately thought of this.[/QUOTE] I HAVE to replay that game. I wish they made more traditional 2d metroids. No matter what anyone says, they will always be the best version of any metroid game.

[QUOTE=TalonAran;34409601][img]http://images4.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20090906020856/metroid/images/d/df/Mzmend_c.png[/img] I immediately thought of this.[/QUOTE] Jesus fuck I will forever regret losing my copy of that.

Reminds me more of a 2nd-stage Tadpole.

"World Surveillance Group" Great company name. I am expecting good humanitarian things to come.

Whatever launches those things is going to take Military Dick waving to a whole new level

[QUOTE=Mr. Smartass;34411691]I HAVE to replay that game. I wish they made more traditional 2d metroids. No matter what anyone says, they will always be the best version of any metroid game.[/QUOTE] I have played through every single goddamn 2d Metroid like 10 times and I need a new one pretty soon or I'll go insane :v: