Safran Electronic & Defense is aiming to set a new standard in thermal vision with a device designed to clip onto standard night vision goggles.
The next-generation eTAD integrates advanced navigation, augmented reality, and command-and-control (C2) functions, enabling soldiers to see and understand threats faster across a range of mission conditions.
Safran said the system delivers modern performance, technological sovereignty, and interoperability with existing military equipment.
The company maintains the full optronic production chain in-house, with capacity to produce more than 500 thermal clip-ons per month to support rapid delivery to armed forces.
“By launching eTAD, Safran Electronics & Defense is providing European forces with a next-generation, sovereign thermal vision capability that is not subject to ITAR regulations,” said Alexandre Ziegler, Safran Defense Global Business Unit Head.
“The fusion of vision, navigation, and command data enhances understanding of the tactical situation, information sharing, and the coordination of units involved in collaborative combat.”
Shaped by Soldiers
eTAD was developed to reinforce the operational capabilities of European armed forces, with Safran saying it extends the visual range of soldiers compared to existing thermal vision devices.
The new device draws on the company’s expertise in defense optronics and incorporates feedback from military users worldwide.
More than 25,000 thermal clip-on devices are already in service with allied forces globally.
