Interesting technology. The problem in the past with NVG’s like thermal type or image intensifier type is that they were kind of limited. With the thermal type, you couldn’t really make out details of what you were looking at-just the heat signature. (for hand held units). For image intensifier types, you could make out details, but there was no contrast in the view. (everything is green) The point is, you just don’t shoot at heat signatures and you have to be able to identify who or what it is. But with this little device, it combines the peanut butter with the chocolate-thermal with image intensifier, and the fused image is what you see below. The question is, does it work as stated and will the troops like this thing?
Overall, I think this is pretty cool and if it helps our guys track down and kill the bad guys, I am all about it. –Matt
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DSNVG
The ITT DSNVG, Dual Sensor Night Vision Goggle is an optically fused monocular which combines both an image intensified tube and infrared (IR) microbolometer into one compact unit. The DSNVG monocular is approximately the same size as the AN/PVS-14. The DSNVG utilizes a separate battery pack which provides power for both helmet-mounted and hand-held use. The DSNVG can be mounted on the MICH/ACH helmet and will provide: flip-up, tilt, fore/aft adjustment; left/right eye use; and quick disconnect from the helmet.
The DSNVG is in production to provide fusion (via optical overlay) of I² and IR imagery, to provide the user with the following benefits:
1. Greater situational awareness due to improved threat detection under most battle?eld environments; compatible with traditional weapon system ranges.
2. Expanded viewing capability from high-light conditions to total darkness (no light) and through battlefield obscurants. Increases capability for urban operations.
3. Improved wearing comfort due to better weight balance resulting in less fatigue.
4. Easy-to-use controls similar to proven AN/PVS-14.