Hello and welcome to the Best of Military Mechanics! In this video, we'll be taking a short look at the best-received weapons and systems in our series, including everyone’s favorite M134 Minigun, anti-ship cruise missiles, a real-life transformer, the V-22 Osprey, the Iron Beam laser weapon system, MK19, and M777 artillery. | Interesting Engineering

Although originally developed in 1918 and technically first adopted by the US military in 1922, these guns are still in ubiquitous, widespread service today. | Interesting Engineering

China has unveiled a next-generation high-speed machine gun capable of firing an astonishing 450,000 rounds per minute, shattering previous global records. Using electromagnetic and rotary-engine systems, the weapon demonstrates China’s rapid advances in military engineering and high-speed firing technology. • The gun uses an electric drive system that rotates multiple barrels at exceptional speeds. • Its firing rate is nearly ten times faster than the legendary U.S. minigun systems. • Designed