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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A man kneels on a beach with a small robotic device next to him.

Robot Readiness

An explosive ordnance disposal technician prepares a remote-controlled robotic for a mission during Exercise Northern Coasts in Putlos, Germany, Sept. 13, 2019. Northern Coasts provides the opportunity for participating nations to engage in realistic maritime training and strengthen interoperability.

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