US Army will be equipped with “smart” glasses from Anduril: why do they need a military

< img src = "/uploads/blogs/9d/f8/ib-f8pihgg7g_81263c97.jpeg" Alt = "US Army will be equipped & quot; smart & quot; quot; < p > Initially a contract was engaged in Microsoft but its effort ended with failure.

< P > Anduril Industries is going to undertake Microsoft contract for the development of an integrated visual supplement system for the US Army. About this & nbsp; writes & nbsp; interesting Engineering.

< p >The agreement initially entrusted Microsoft development of augmented reality glasses for military use. However, due to prolonged delays and productivity problems, the technological giant now wants to pass the entire Anduril contract. The army has not yet approved the change but both companies set up optimistically.

< P > IVAS program used Hololens 2 technology to create a mixed reality system. The purpose was to give the troops improved situational awareness in combat and training scenarios.

< P > Soldiers who tested the first versions of IVAS reported problems such as mocking, dizziness and nausea. These failures led to numerous recycles, dividing the program into three versions: IVAS 1.0, 1.1 and 1.2. Last version, ivas 1.2, was aimed at solving previous problems using a new hinged flat structure that provides a 60 degree view.

< P > Despite these adjustments, the army did not make the final decision on mass production. Results of operational tests of IVAS 1.2 are reported to be published in the period from April to June, which will help determine whether to refuse production, start limited issue or undertake more purchases.

< P > Since the Army considers the possibility of holding an IVAS NEXT contest, industry players are preparing to participate. Companies such as Kopin and Palantir from Massachusets have shown interest, although many have not yet revealed their plans.