Microsoft Develops AR Glasses for the U.S. Army

Microsoft has been developing augmented reality glasses for the U.S. Army for some time. In addition to agreements with the Department of Defense, the company has now partnered with a defense industry firm. This collaboration will see a special software integrated into Microsoft’s HoloLens glasses.

Microsoft Partners with Defense Company for HoloLens

Anduril Industries, a defense company, announced its partnership with Microsoft to develop the Integrated Visual Augmentation System (IVAS) for the U.S. Army. This collaboration aims to enhance “situational awareness” on the battlefield.

The core of the IVAS program is to provide soldiers with augmented reality capabilities through HoloLens-based devices. Managed by Microsoft, the program is designed to support soldiers in various tasks, such as training and operational rehearsals, while also aiming to deliver real-time awareness during combat.

As part of the partnership, Anduril will integrate advanced sensor software into the IVAS ecosystem. This software can analyze data from multiple sensors and systems in real-time to identify threats.

Thanks to this integration, HoloLens glasses will have the capability to autonomously detect threats and alert soldiers to dangers. Additionally, the software will facilitate the seamless sharing of critical information on the battlefield.

Founded by Palmer Luckey, one of the creators of the virtual reality giant Oculus, Anduril sees the development of IVAS as a top priority. Luckey believes that the partnership with Microsoft can ensure that “critical information reaches the right people at the right time.”