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The Scopedog gets the "scope" part of its name from the sensor suite located on the head. There are 3 main lenses, as well as other passive sensors (metal sensor, elctromagnetic sensor, audio pickup, etc) located elsewhere in the head. The AT pilot does not have any windows to see through, thus all outside vision is via the 'scopes. This is also the reason AT pilots wear the helmet and goggle setup. The goggles/helmet speakers pipe in the info coming from the cameras and other sensors. There is no direct view out of the AT unit without a hatch open.

The feet contain "Gliding Wheels" which allow high-speed dashes over many solid surfaces. On the outside of each foot is the Pile Gun and Turnpick assembly. This allows very rapid braking during a roller dash. If only one set of Pile Gun/Turnpick is used, very sharp turns (either standing or rolling) can be made.

Many ATs also feature a so-called "Down Mode". This is a sort of leg folding technique that allows easier entrance and exit from an AT. This position may also be used during maintenance. One other use is as a bit of extra shock absorbstion during drops and parachute landings.