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b'It may not have tanks anymore, but the Marine Corps wants to make sure it has cutting edge technology tailored to the force\\u2019s unique requirements. One source for that technology \\u2014 the Marine Innovation Unit (MIU) \\u2014 is scheduled to reach full operational capability this fall.\\nThe unit primarily employs reservists to fill its ranks, a choice which allows it to draw from private sector talent to get expertise in fields like cyber security, artificial intelligence and robotics.\\n\\u201cThe driving assumption that has spawned the Marine Innovation Unit is that we are going to be in a position to leverage this unit with specialized talent, expertise and backgrounds so that we can deliver real outcomes that would otherwise be difficult for the active component to drive in isolation,\\u201d Marine Lt. Col. Eric Chase, head of MIU\\u2019s defense engagement branch, told Federal News Network.\\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices'