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U.S. Army Invests $350M in Advanced Soldier Headsets

9/9/2025

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The U.S. Army awarded over $350 million in contracts for advanced soldier-worn headsets featuring augmented reality, night vision, and AI.
Anduril Industries received $159 million for the Soldier Borne Mission Command (SBMC) program, while Rivet Industries secured $195 million.
SBMC enhances battlefield navigation and situational awareness, building on the Integrated Visual Augmentation System (IVAS).
The first SBMC system delivery is anticipated in 2027, focusing on comfort and usability.
This initiative reflects a growing military collaboration with private tech firms like Meta.

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Story summary

The U.S. Army awarded over $350 million in contracts for advanced soldier-worn headsets featuring augmented reality, night vision, and AI.
Anduril Industries received $159 million for the Soldier Borne Mission Command (SBMC) program, while Rivet Industries secured $195 million.
SBMC enhances battlefield navigation and situational awareness, building on the Integrated Visual Augmentation System (IVAS).
The first SBMC system delivery is anticipated in 2027, focusing on comfort and usability.
This initiative reflects a growing military collaboration with private tech firms like Meta.