Russia reveals real-life 'Stormtrooper' armour

It might resemble something out of Star Wars, but this is the prototype for a combat suit that Russia hopes will give its soldiers the edge on the battlefields of the future. The high-tech suit includes an exo-skeleton, designed to boost strength and stamina, body armor and even a watch capable of surviving a nuclear blast. The all-black kit also has a Stormtrooper-style helmet with a tinted glass visor and a mini task light poking out of the side. The high-tech item includes an exo-skeleton, designed to boost strength and stamina, body armour and even a watch capable of surviving a nuclear blast. The Ratnik kit comprises five integrated systems that include life support, command and communication, engaging, protection and energy saving subsystems.