British engineer Richard Browning, known as the 'real-life Iron Man', has developed a futuristic jet suit using five gas turbines, aiming to bring jet packs to the military. The suit has potential military applications, public use for flying experiences, and life-saving capabilities for mountain rescue and emergency response scenarios.
Key Points
Richard Browning's jet suit uses five gas turbines and can reach heights of up to 20 feet at speeds of up to 85 mph
The suit has been used by British Royal Navy marines for boarding operations in the English Channel
Gravity Industries, founded by Browning, aims to augment the human body with technology to enable flight
Pros
Potential military applications for special forces
Public use for flying experiences
Life-saving capabilities for mountain rescue and emergency response scenarios