Wilcox Industries has developed a mount for the Mini-N/SEAS night vision monocular manufactured by ITL Optronics to combine two of them into a binocular. While this sample is Black they are also available in Tan.
Here you can see how low the NODs can be stored. It is connected to a Wilcox G24 mount.
It’s been awhile since we last mentioned N-Vision. We saw them at Modern Day Marine where they had their new Dual Mount PVS which converts two single tube AN/PVS14 night vision devices into a binocular system.
Check it, as well as other N-Vision products out at AUSA booth #3314.
Researchers at University of Dallas in Texas have figured out how to use transparent carbon nanotubes to create photothermal deflection, or as it is more commonly known, a Mirage. In their paper, “Mirage effect from thermally modulated transparent carbon nanotube sheet” they lay out the science. It seems to look pretty good in water but I’m not too sure how it would look for all aspects of observation. Additionally, I’m not too sure how it would be done on land or if it would be as effective. But, for certain underwater applications, it might be just the ticket. Like hiding the entrance to a secret underwater lair for instance.
Via Wired’s Danger Room.
CTC Defense has developed the SFL-100 Low Light Aiming Laser for use with the Nammo Talley M72 series of LAW rockets. Available in Red and IR laser (with Green coming soon). This aiming device has been shown to increase night time hits by 20%.
New LAWs are coming with the mount you see here. Take a look at the cams at the aft end of the mount. These are machined to coincide with the type of round and the range settings on the SFL-100. This is because different variants of the M72 have different ballistic properties. These mounts can also be retrofitted on to existing rounds.
The SFL-100 is removable and can used over and over. Powered by a single AA battery, it can be had for under $250.
Restricted to Military, Gov’t, and LE only, the Aimpoint PRO features a COMP body and offers a 2 MOA dot as well as a NVG compatible lens. Additionally, the PRO comes with a mount with a removable shim to accommodate a variety of weapons. Ingeniously, Aimpoint also includes a sticker to record battery data.
This is a terrific balance of features and price and is, in my opinion, Aimpoint’s greatest value.
LE, Mil, and Gov’t customers contact Joe Strohman.
Anyone who’s worn a night vision device can tell you that it is a pain to have to refocus your lens when transitioning fro looking at a an object in the distance to something closeup such as a weapon or map. The Re-Focus Ring (RFR) from O’gara is now available exclusively from Tactical Night Vision Company.
Designed as a monocle that flips up and down to instantly transition from infinity to an instant close focus of 18â€. Standard baseline focus of NODs is about 15’ out. Anything closer starts to get progressively more blurry. Traditionally, the operator needed to manually refocus the objective and diopter or replace the objective lens cap on the goggle to get a close focus which usually requires two hands and lots of fumbling in the dark. The RFR requires a half second to flip up or down, allowing the operator to refocus on the fly.
The RFR has been in service with special operations units for years and now it’s available to you from www.tnvc.com
Almost a year ago to the day, we discussed Phokus Research Group, a small company dedicated to ethically helping military entrepreneurs market turn their good ideas into reality. Embodying the concept of “By the Operator, For the Operator”, one of the products they have worked on is called the Phokus Aid. The issue is that you have to constantly readjust the focus of your NODs when transitioning from observing or driving with the focus on infinity to close up work. Many troops have developed field expedient solutions utilizing the lens cap but really they don’t work well.
The Phokus Aid on the other hand is a purpose built solution to this problem. It allows the user to maintain infinity focus with the NODs, while providing clarity at critical distances of 10 feet and closer without requiring re-focus. You just flip the Phokus Aid up or down in order to use.
American Technologies Network, makers of military, law enforcement, security and outdoor night vision and thermal applications, has announced that they are bringing Chris Shugart aboard as ATN’s new Marketing and Advertising Manager. He brings a great deal of marketing experience to the job.
Shugart previously owned and operated an advertising agency providing clients with full-service, in-house capabilities. As an entrepreneur, Shugart also teamed up with his father, Al Shugart, founder and CEO of Seagate Technology to establish and promote Carmel Bay Publishing. It was during this period that Shugart also dabbled in political marketing including creating campaign materials and website design. Shugart’s early experience in the political arena led him to start a radio show, Uncommon Sense, the basis of the show helped found the American Association of Independent Voters, a non-profit political action organization.
“I’ve been involved in marketing and advertising virtually all of my professional life. My hands-on experience covers just about every facet of strategy, design and production,” Chris Shugart commented. Chris brings an extensive set of talents and skills to any project, with a solid background in a variety of mediums and venues. He also has a diverse knowledge of products and services, covering a wide range of industries serving both the consumer and the business sector. “Sometimes it seems like there’s nothing I haven’t done—at least once, anyway.”
James Munn, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for ATN, added, “We are very pleased to have someone with such an extensive background in marketing join ATN. Chris Shugart recognizes that compelling promotional campaigns are ultimately not about the technology, but about the content. And creating effective content requires expertise and know-how best left to those who have mastered the creative techniques of business communications.â€
Congrats Chris!
