US Assistant Secretary for Procurement Douglas Bush “authorized” Army to begin accepting some of the 5,000 kits
Based on test results, service"adjusts the supply plan to allow time for deficiencies to be corrected and for departments that are focused on training activities", – said a ministry spokesman.
Integrated visual augmentation systemMicrosoft, or IVAS, is expected to provide US ground forces with a "head-mounted display" similar to the display used by fighter pilots. System – an adapted version of HoloLens glasses from Microsoft – will allow commanders to project information onto a visor in front of a soldier's face and will also include features such as night vision.
The US Army plans to spend $21.9 billion over ten years on Microsoft combat goggles, parts and support services.