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Close combat ‘mixed reality’ goggle fielding in 2023
Two versions roll out in 2023 with an advanced version coming in 2025.
By Todd South
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A ‘mixed reality’ goggle with target ID, tracking and weapon link could field by 2021
Researchers are using the Microsoft HoloLens 2 platform to design the goggle.
By Todd South
New night vision adds punch from the squad to the battalion
The Big Red One has them, and more are coming.
By Todd South
This Army unit will be the first to get the most advanced night vision goggles, with thermal
Soldiers will begin to get the new ENVG-B within days.
By Todd South
A unit will soon deploy with the newest night vision devices that can take troops from ‘marksman to expert’
The goggles are fielding to both Army and Marine Corps close combat units over the next two years.
By Todd South
Army wants its Next Generation rifle ASAP, but it still has to buy a bunch of M4s to keep soldiers shooting
There won't be enough next-gen weapons for everyone. Not yet.
By Todd South