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AR and VR are transforming training, simulations, and battlefield strategy.

From immersive training environments to real-time situational awareness, we track how these technologies are enhancing defense capabilities and preparing forces for tomorrow’s challenges.

  • Augmented & Virtual Reality

China’s Take on IVAS? New AR Goggles Let Tank Crews ‘See Through’ Armor

China’s new AR headsets let tank crews “see through” armor via 360-degree camera feeds, aim weapons by head movement, and access real-time data for networked ops.
  • Akhsan Erido Elezhar
  • September 1, 2025
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UK Troops Train in Babcock Simulator That Shakes, Smokes, and Smells Like War

Babcock Immersive Training Experience
The BITE tech immerses soldiers in combat scenarios using synchronized visuals, vibrations, artificial smoke, scent, and live data.
  • Joe Saballa
  • May 6, 2025
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Australian Firms Launch Mixed Reality Training for Defense Healthcare

Team demonstrates mixed reality medical procedure simulation in BlueRoom's MR Simulation technology
Australian companies Aspen Medical and BlueRoom Simulations have partnered to introduce mixed reality technology for defense healthcare training.
  • Staff Writer
  • February 20, 2025
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Vegvisir Debuts Virtual Command Station for Rapid Deployment

Vegvisir Virtual Command Station
Vegvisir has unveiled its Virtual Command Station, a C2 station designed for rapid deployment.
  • Staff Writer
  • February 19, 2025
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New Vision for IVAS: Anduril Takes Command of US Army’s AR Program

The IVAS goggles during soldier testing
Anduril will assume development of the US Army’s troubled Integrated Visual Augmentation System, taking over from Microsoft following a series of setbacks that delayed the program.
  • Staff Writer
  • February 14, 2025
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US Army Moves Toward Potential Recompete of $22B IVAS Program

Soldiers wearing the latest prototype of the Integrated Visual Augmentation System (IVAS) during a trench clearing exercise
The US Army has issued a request for information for an enhanced version of its troubled Integrated Visual Augmentation System, signaling a potential recompete.
  • Staff Writer
  • January 24, 2025
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Rheinmetall, Hologate Partner to Develop Virtual Military Training Solutions

HGXR SIM mobile XR motion simulator
German firms Rheinmetall and Hologate have agreed to develop simulation training platforms using extended reality and virtual reality technologies.
  • Staff Writer
  • December 4, 2024
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Saab Introduces Innovative Indoor Trainer for All Ground Combat Weapons

Saab's Ground Combat Indoor Trainer
Saab has unveiled a virtual training solution designed for its full range of weapon systems, including the Carl-Gustaf, the AT4, and the Next-generation Light Anti-tank Weapon.
  • Staff Writer
  • December 2, 2024
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