How the US Army plans to use HoloLens 2 AR glasses

At MWC 2019, Microsoft introduced the most advanced augmented reality glasses HoloLens 2.

Their wide functionality, top filling and highThe price made it clear that this product is not for everyone. In an interview with CNBC, representatives of the US Army told how exactly the promising technology would serve the needs of the military.

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Contract with Microsoft for the supply of 100 thousandheadsets cost the army $ 480 million. In order to meet their military needs, it was necessary to further modify them: a thermal imager, a night-vision device, and specific interfaces were added. The resulting system was called IVAS (Integrated Visual Augmentation System). According to users of the demo version, it feels like playing a first-person shooter. There is a mini-map, which shows the position of the detachment, a compass, and even the aiming grid of weapons.

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In addition to the obvious benefits directly in combat,IVAS can help instructors more fully assess the capabilities of their players. For this, a heart rate sensor is built into the glasses and the mode “owner’s eyes” is added. Raising awareness among fighters will also reduce civilian casualties.

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The first military modifications HoloLens 2 yettoo large to wear with existing helmets, but it is reported that a device the size of sunglasses should appear within six months. The most widespread system will receive in 2028.