DARPA's new super binoculars improve threat detection

The Cognitive Technology Threat Warning System (CT2WS) was first proposed in 2007 by our friends at DARPA. Not surprisingly, the system—which is a lot like binoculars on crack—was initially nicked named "Luke Skywalker" for its Jedi like ability to detect threats. In statistical terms binoculars integrated with CT2WS performed 42% better than standard binoculars and/or camera based detection systems. According to a statement from DARPA, "CT2WS was built on the...