As for its military applications, an exoskeleton will increase lifting capacity to 90-100 kg, allowing soldiers to carry more ammunition, or body armor, etc., while at the same time increasing their individual mobility. Taken together, this would greatly enhance units' combat power and stability, allowing command to attain bigger military objectives with smaller forces.

But when will this fantastic possibility become reality? The answer largely depends on the skepticism of the person who asks the question, but professionals suggest a time frame of between five to fifteen years for the first mass produced exoskeleton suits, and 20-40 years for comprehensive exoskeleton gear that could protect soldiers from light weapons.

Why such a big difference? The answer is that such suits would be much heavier than the current prototypes and will therefore need more power.

War is starting to look more and more like Halo or something.

Is this really anything new? I mean, I heard about one being tested like, half a decade ago.