Optics | Soldier Systems Daily Soldier Systems Daily

Archive for the ‘Optics’ Category

AUSA 25 – Safran DSI NIGHTWOLF

Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025

NIGHTWOLF is a multispectral observation and laser range finder device offering daylight, thermal, low light, color CMOS, and SWIR (between 1100 nm and 1700 nm) with laser range finder from 10m to 12km and and accuracy +/- 1.5m: Observation ranges: 7x day view (glass) optics (even without power), Up to 10 km with DVO, Up to 8 km with CMOS, and Up to 6 km with SWIR.

Within the screen there is a picture-in-picture feature which will show outside feeds like live overhead imagery as well other sources including digital maps depicting your location along with the target’s.

The software is amazing. Although you can receive GNSS signals from Navstar GPS, Galileo, Glonass, and QZSS, in a GPS denied environments NIGHTWOLF provides target location independent of GNSS by setting its own position with the device’s digital map (1m accuracy) and reverse triangulating.

You can also display the target measurement on the map and correct the measurements with digital imagery and achieve up to TLE CAT I. This also allows you to designate targets without active laser measurement and beyond line of sight.

It weighs just 1.5kg and can be handheld or tripod mounted.

www.safran-group.com/products-services/nightwolf-unique-handheld-multi-spectral-targeting-system

Posted in Advertiser, AUSA, Optics | Comments Off on AUSA 25 – Safran DSI NIGHTWOLF

AUSA 25 – SIG SAUER Machine Gun Optic

Tuesday, October 21st, 2025

SIG SAUER debuted their new Machine Gun Optic at AUSA. While that is the role that it was created for, it would do a great job for any application you require a Red Dot Optic. We showed you a developmental version of this technology during our SHOT Show coverage earlier this year.

It features an Active-matrix LED display which leaks no light forward so there’s no downrange light signature. Right in front of the shooter on the base of the optics is a “Barrel swap Button” which switches the reticle to one of two presets, either for swapped barrels as for a machine gun or super and sub ammo for a carbine or SMG.

It talks to the WARP Laser Range Finder either via Bluetooth or hard wired connection. IPX-8 waterproof rated, it incorporates a Titanium Shroud and intended for hard use.

Specs:

Length: 3.7 in

Width: 2.3 in

Height: 3.1 in

Weight: 16 oz (with CR123 battery installed)

Displayed here as a full system which includes the WARP1550, MGO, and JULIET4T-AMR, the optic can be used alone or with the other components.

Here we can see it from the point of view of the shooter. The JULIET4T-AMR offers 4x magnification faction although other magnifications could be used as well. What makes this magnifier unique is that it integrates SIG’s new Automatic Modified Reticle which when flipped into place tells the optic to swap to a different reticle, usually at a smaller size due to the magnification.

This image obtained from SIG Electro-Optics does a great job of going over the features of the MGO.

The best thing about the MGO is that it features a digital reticle which is projected within the optic. Reticles available include ballistic and disturbed (thanks to embedded Applied Ballistics software in the WARP LRF) with multiple reticle patterns. It will also diplay Compass, Cant, and Distance to target.

The Weapons Attached Ranging Platform (WARP) SWIR uses 1550 nm SWIR wavelength (undetectable under NV) ranges 4,000 yd and includes environmental sensors and compass as well as embedded Applied Ballistics Elite software.

Posted in Advertiser, AUSA, Optics | 11 Comments »

AUSA 25 – Aerial Clarity Essentials Kit by Pro Shot Products

Monday, October 20th, 2025

Pro Shot Products is right at the forefront of the Drone Dominance strategy with their Aerial Clarity Essentials Kit (ACE) Kit which consists of items needed to maintain your drone’s optics.

Features:

Mission Ready Chest, Hip, or Standalone Rig – Durable, lightweight and MOLLE compatible for easy carry and quick access.

Advanced Lens Cleaning System – Removes dust, smudges, and environmental debris from drone cameras, sensors, and optics.

Superior Solutions – Includes Mil-Spec Anti-Fog / Anti-Static / ANTI-GLARE Lens Cleaner, Mil-Spec Lens Tissue, Soft Lens Safe Brush, and Microfiber Cloths to maintain optical clarity.

Field-Tested Performance – Engineered for harsh conditions and battle-proven, ensuring drones stay operational with uncompromised visibility.

All-in-One Convenience – Compact yet fully equipped, making it an essential gear addition for tactical and field professionals.

Visit www.proshotproducts.com or contact jjohn@proshotproducts.com for a quote.

Posted in Advertiser, AUSA, Drone, Optics | Comments Off on AUSA 25 – Aerial Clarity Essentials Kit by Pro Shot Products

AUSA 25 – Norotos Universal Bridge Adapter

Friday, October 17th, 2025

Norotos shows us their brand new Universal Bridge Adapter, a modular NVG mount which will accept a variety of night vision and thermal systems, both monocular and binocular.

When used in conjunction with their machined J-Arm you can mount one or two AN/PVS-14s.

Likewise, you can mount any device with a dovetail shoe. As the shoe receivers can be moved along the bridge to set the proper interpupillary distance, you can also set a single shoe receiver in the center for use with binocular devices.

Posted in AUSA, Optics | Comments Off on AUSA 25 – Norotos Universal Bridge Adapter

AUSA 25 – SURF from SAFRAN DSI

Thursday, October 16th, 2025

Over the years Safran’s Pocket Laser Rangefinder (PLRF) line has become the standard light rangefinder for snipers, JTACs, and Forward Observers.

In order to continue providing the best capabilities to their customers they have introduced the Small Ultralight Range Finder (SURF) which was developed by Safran DSI in the USA and is an ITAR product.

SURF is 20% smaller and lighter than PLRF25C and is distinguished by its vertical orientation and ergonomics. In addition, it uses the Safran Vectronix 3019 rangefinder for increased performance out to 8000 meters. Simple to use, SURF can connect to multiple Bluetooth devices such as Kestral and ATAK.

SURF is fully qualified, in full-rate production, and available for order with deliver this year.

Posted in Advertiser, AUSA, Optics | Comments Off on AUSA 25 – SURF from SAFRAN DSI

AUSA 25 – Leupold HARM

Wednesday, October 15th, 2025

Leupold exhibited their High-Angle Reflex Mount for use with grenade launchers.

Used in conjunction with a Delta Point Pro it comes with different elevation turrets based on the ballistics of the round. Seen here are HE and TPT turrets which easily swapped out.

Posted in AUSA, Optics | 1 Comment »

WILCOX and RIVET Unveil Integrated Soldier Systems for the US Army’s Next-Gen SBMC Program at AUSA 2025

Wednesday, October 8th, 2025

RIVET to demonstrate its next-generation heads-up display (HUD) integrated into the WILCOX FUSION CLAW™ ecosystem at Booth #3607

NEWINGTON, NH, October 8th, 2025 – WILCOX INDUSTRIES, a global leader in mission-critical integrated headborne and combat systems, is proud to announce its partnership with RIVET INDUSTRIES, a defense technology innovator, at the upcoming AUSA Annual Meeting & Exposition in Washington, DC, taking place October 13–15, 2025. RIVET will be exhibiting its advanced HUD technology at WILCOX’s Booth, showcasing how its integrated solution supports the U.S. Army’s evolving Soldier as a System vision.

Designed for the Soldier Borne Mission Command (SBMC) program, RIVET’s rugged, glasses-based HUD fuses data from Soldiers, sensors, and mission systems into a single operational picture, enhancing situational awareness and decision-making in any environment, day or night.

Through integration with WILCOX’s MANTIS™ mounting solution, the RIVET HUD becomes part of the FUSION CLAW-compatible system, seamlessly connecting individual warfighters to squad and command networks. This integrated approach supports maneuvering, targeting, and real-time data sharing, aligning with the Army’s focus on digital transformation and network-centric warfare, while managing the available power worn by the Soldier.

“This partnership embodies the next generation of battlefield technology,” said Jim Teetzel, CEO of WILCOX. “By integrating RIVET’s HUD with our FUSION CLAW™ platform, we’re delivering scalable, interoperable solutions that directly support the Soldier as a System vision and empower the modern warfighter.”

“The Army’s SBMC program is about creating a connected, informed, adaptable, and most importantly, more lethal Soldier,” said Dave Marra, CEO of RIVET. “By partnering with WILCOX, we’re accelerating that vision, bridging sensors, power, and data into a single, Soldier-ready capability.”

Attendees at AUSA 2025 will have the opportunity to engage directly with both WILCOX and RIVET teams and experience an interactive feature demonstration of the FUSION CLAW with RIVET’s HUD system.

Posted in Advertiser, AUSA, Helmets, Optics, Power, Press Release | 4 Comments »

GeoCue Introduces Immersive Image Explorer in LP360 for Next-Generation Data Fusion and Visualization

Tuesday, October 7th, 2025

Step Inside Your Projects with Imagery Fused Seamlessly onto LiDAR Point Clouds

For Immediate Release – October 8, 2025

Huntsville, AL – GeoCue, a global leader in LiDAR hardware and software solutions, proudly announces the release of theImmersive Image Explorer in LP360, a powerful new tool, available in plans for LP360 Drone or Land Standard, that transforms how users interact with their geospatial data.

The Immersive Image Explorer fuses captured imagery with LiDAR point clouds, enabling professionals to virtually “walk through” their scanned environments inside LP360. Whether collected from aerial, mobile, or handheld TrueView systems, imagery can now be overlaid directly behind point clouds for a richer, more intuitive exploration experience. The Immersive Image Explorer is also compatible with DJI L2 datasets.

“With the Immersive Image Explorer, our customers can step directly into their datasets, navigating captured environments as if they were on-site, while maintaining the accuracy and qualitythat LP360 is known for,” said Frank Darmayan, CEO of GeoCue. “It’s about bringing clarity, speed, and confidence to every project.”

Flexible Image Options

The Immersive Image Explorer supports both frame images imported directly from the integrated cameras on aerial, mobile, or handheld TrueView hardware, as well as fully 360° spherical images collected with the TrueView GO 360 Photo Kit or the FLIR LadyBug camera for mobile mapping. No matter which format is used, the Immersive Image Explorer gives you the ability to pan, scan, and evaluate your photos directly within LP360, ensuring every detail of your project can be examined with clarity and precision.

A New Dimension in LP360 Visualization

The Immersive Image Explorer can be found within the Immersive View Window in LP360. The Immersive View Window is now the fourth main visualization option in LP360, joining Map View (2D), 3D View (isometric), and Profile View (cross-sectional).

Rather than replacing these views, the Immersive View Window complements them by combining many of their core capabilities into a single, intuitive interface. It allows users to view, navigate, and analyze their 3D data from multiple angles in real-time. Within this environment, the Immersive Image Explorer unlocks the ability to overlay imagery directly onto point clouds, seamlessly merging photos and LiDAR into a unified, immersive perspective.

Key Capabilities

Handheld Advantage – Merge imagery from TrueView GO’s three cameras with dense point clouds for detailed indoor and close-range visualization.

Aerial Integration – Seamlessly incorporate images from TrueView aerial payloads to provide context-rich overviews of larger sites.

Immersive Deliverables – Create a “street view” style navigation of your own data, fully measurable and directly inside LP360.

Flexible Image Sources – Works with frame images from integrated TrueView cameras or 360° spherical imagery captured by the TrueView GO 360 Photo Kit or FLIR LadyBug camera for mobile mapping.

Transforming Workflows Across Industries

From confined interior corridors to expansive construction sites, the Immersive Image Explorer empowers surveyors, AEC professionals, and public safety teams to work more effectively. It allows users to verify coverage and spot potential gaps before ever leaving the job site, ensuring confidence in their datasets. By merging real-world imagery with LiDAR, inspection and validation workflows become faster and more accurate, giving teams a deeper understanding of their projects.

“The Immersive Image Explorer is more than a viewer, it’s a smarter way to navigate, validate, and present geospatial data,” added Vivien Heriard Dubreuil, CEO of mdGroup, GeoCue’sparent company. “By combining imagery and LiDAR in one immersive environment, we’re enabling professionals to work faster, communicate better, and deliver more value to their clients.”

With Immersive Image Explorer, LP360 continues to evolve as the industry’s most complete platform for LiDAR and imagery workflows, putting users directly inside their data with clarity and precision.

To learn more about GeoCue, visit www.geocue.com.

Posted in Optics, Press Release, Sensors | Comments Off on GeoCue Introduces Immersive Image Explorer in LP360 for Next-Generation Data Fusion and Visualization