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U.S. Marine Corps Ocular Interruption (OI) Program Contract Awarded to B.E. Meyers & Co. Inc. as part of $49M IDIQ Solicitation

Monday, June 16th, 2014

June 16, 2014 (Redmond, WA) – B.E. Meyers & Co. Inc. is proud to announce the United States Marine Corps Systems Command (MARCORSYSCOM) has awarded them a contract for the GLARE RECOIL (http://bemeyers.com/product/glare-recoil/) in support of the Ocular Interruption (OI) Program. The GLARE® RECOIL joins the established GLARE® product line of non-lethal green lasers that have helped evolve escalation of force protocols over the last 10 years. With over 36,000 hail and warning lasers fielded since 2004, the GLARE® product line is the most widely deployed system in service across the DoD.

MARCORSYSCOM met with B.E. Meyers & Co. Inc. in Redmond, WA last week to discuss future deliveries and technology advancements by B.E. Meyers & Co. as part of the official post-award conference.

“B.E. Meyers’ reputation as a technology innovator and industry leader in non-lethal laser capabilities now benefits the Corps, and we are proud to be able to provide to them with the appropriate equipment to meet the challenges of the modern battlefield”, said Mike Alvis, CEO of B.E. Meyers & Co. Inc. “The GLARE series of products have a proven track record of helping determine threats on the battlefield as well as saving lives. The GLARE® RECOIL will provide U.S. Marines in convoys, checkpoints, and during port security operations with the best technology available to ensure the safety of the Marine on watch as well as the host-nation populace.”

In 2011, B.E. Meyers & Co. Inc. was awarded the contract for the Army’s Green Laser Interdiction System (GLIS) Program through PEO Soldier as well as multiple other deliveries to all branches of the U.S. Military. The GLARE® RECOIL joins the GLARE® LA/9-P, GLARE® MOUT Plus, GLARE® MOUT, GLARE® Enforcer, and GBD-IIIC family of combat-proven green laser ocular interruption devices.

MARCORSYSCOM in Quantico, VA is the procurement entity for the United States Marine Corps non-lethal capabilities, and will service the requirements of this program with B.E. Meyers & Co. Inc. to the greatest benefit of the U.S. Government, the Corps, and the Marine in the fight. The Ocular Interruption (OI) System solicitation number is M67854-13-R-1040.

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TrackingPoint Labs – Shotview App & Wearable Technology

Thursday, June 5th, 2014

TrackingPoint recent released a video demonstrating how their networked tracking scope technology can be integrated with wearable technology such as Google Glass to view and make accurate shots around corners, in unsupported positions, and around barricades.

tracking-point.com/labs

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Posted in Sensors, weapons | 3 Comments »

PRG Defense – June Sale

Thursday, June 5th, 2014

Potomac River Group is holding a June Sale on the RAPTAR ES and RAPTAR-Lite ES. Both are Class-1 (eye safe), weapon mountable, multi-function illumination devices with IR capabilities. They’re both going for roughly 40% off, so take advantage of the pricing while you can. Pricing is good through June 30th, 2014. Call 703-771-3003 to place an order.

www.prgdefense.com

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Posted in Lights, Sensors | 8 Comments »

Morovision – MV/PVS-14

Thursday, May 29th, 2014

The MV/PVS-14 is a new PVS-14 from L3 based on the AN/PVS-14 fielded by the US Military. This particular NVD can be mounted to a .308 firearm thanks to L3’s unfilmed, Mil-Spec (OMNI VIII) tube, which can withstand the recoil of a .308 round. The NV/PVS-14 has been shown to have an operational life of 20,000-30,000 hours. Lasts 40 hours on a single AA battery.

Additional Specifications

Resolution – 64 Ip/mm (Min)
Magnification – 1x
Field of View – 40º
Objective Lens – f/1.2
Diopter Adjustment – +4 to -6

morovision.com/shop/mvpvs-14

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SOFIC 2014 – Six15 JTAC Kit

Wednesday, May 28th, 2014

Six15 Technologies has developed a kit for use by JTACs consisting of their new Tactical Battlefield Computer and Odin see through display. The kit creates augmented reality by feeding data through the computer to the Odin to provide the user with actionable intelligence. I had a chance to try it on for a demonstration and it was cool to see the icons in the HUD that popped into view with additional info when I looked in their direction .

Tactical Battlefield Computer

The Tactical Battlefield Computer is based around an Intel Core i5-425OU CPU and runs Windows 7 professional 64 bit. Comes with 8GB RAM, 480GB SSD, 6 external USB connectors, and a uSD card slot. An external display connector supports HDMI or USB. IP65 rated.

Odin

Odin is a see through display technology that enables augmented reality. It allows the user to view revelant computer generated information such as graphics, maps, and alerts overlayed over the real world. The Odin’s display is 800 x 600 pixels (full color, RBG) with a 45 degree diagonal field of view with a usable image available in less than 3 seconds. Capable of operating in temperatures between -31C to 49C, IP68 rated.

www.six-15.com

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TNVC – Wilcox FLIR M24 Recon Helmet Mount Adapter

Saturday, May 24th, 2014

Wilcox Industries has developed a helmet mount adapter for the popular FLIR Recon M24 Thermal Monocular. Precision machined from lightweight aerospace aluminum, the FLIR Recon mount comes complete with interfaces for both dovetail and bayonet horn helmet mounts, which can be swapped without tools.

A dovetail shoe bolts to the 1/4-20 threaded insert in the FLIR M24, providing a low profile interface for the mount adapter. The adapter arm provides interpupillary adjustment, while the vertical, fore/aft, and tilt adjustment is handled by the helmet mount. The FLIR Recon mount can be assembled in either left or right eye configurations.

tnvc.com/shop/wilcox-flir-m24-recon-helmet-mount-adapter

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SOFIC 2014 – BAE’s Trace IR Integrates Wilcox RAPTAR-S With SkeetIR

Thursday, May 22nd, 2014

BAE Systems‘ Oasys has developed a new software package that allows the popular SkeetIR, weapon mounted IR sight to work with the Wilcox Industries‘ RAPTAR-S Laser Range Finder. The software introduces a “disturbed reticle” unto the screen of the SkeetIR that incorporates data from the RAPTAR-S.

While the setup currently utilizes a cable to interface, Wilcox and BAE are working on a Bluetooth solution.

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Posted in Optics, Sensors, SOFIC | 1 Comment »

SOFIC 2014 – BAE Systems SPS Preview

Thursday, May 22nd, 2014

BAE Systems shared two technologies that they’ve put forward for the US Army’s Soldier Protection System program.

The first technology is ISSS or the Integrated Soldier Sensor System. Based on their HEADs technology (Headborne Energy Analysis and Diagnostic System) which helps measure the forces that can lead to traumatic head injuries, ISSS incorporates external pressure sensors based on the DARPA blast gauge, physiological stats monitor for heart and breathing rate as well as skin temp and inactivity. All of this feeds into a Soldier Display. There is also a data retrieval system similar to HEADS that allows the data to be interrogated post mission. It can then be interpolated to help better diagnose Soldier injuries.

The second technology is the SPS Vital Torso Protection or VTP. Consisting of four different plates, X-SAPI and E-SAPI toros as well as side plates. BAE Systems have delivered over 1.25 million armor plates to DoD beginning with the original Small Arms Protective Insert program back in the late 90s.

www.baesystems.com

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Posted in Armor, Digitization, Sensors, SOFIC | 2 Comments »