U.S. Army Master Sgt. Anthony Verdeja examines an unexploded ordnance detector during the 2025 xTech Pacific competition, September 10, 2025, Schofield Barracks, Hawaii. The Army's xTech program is the Army's premier mechanism for scouting and accelerating dual-use technologies that strengthen Soldier readiness and mission success. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Alvin Conley)