A New Stage in the Development of a Mixed Reality System for the US Army

The US Army has announced a new schedule for a competition to design and prototype a new version of a problematic mixed reality display. The project, known as Integrated Visual Augmentation System (IVAS), is now called Soldier Borne Mission Command and is attracting industry attention with its ambitious plans.

Preliminary Roadmap Of The Competition

On Monday, the preliminary roadmap of the competition was published, which defines the key milestones and deadlines for interested companies. The US Army is seeking to speed up the competition process and is once again using the Other Transaction Authority (OTA) path to do this. This approach makes it possible to conclude contracts more flexibly and quickly, bypassing bureaucratic obstacles.

Key Stages Of The Competition

1. Submission of Official Documents: Companies wishing to participate in the competition must submit their official documents by mid-May. This includes technical specifications and project implementation proposals.

2. Equipment Demonstration: At the end of May, interested companies will demonstrate their equipment. This stage will allow the army to evaluate the technical capabilities and innovative solutions proposed by the participants.

3. Request for Proposals: Based on feedback and the results of the demonstration, the Army plans to officially publish a request for proposals for prototypes in mid-June. This step will be crucial for determining the finalists of the competition.

4. Contract Award: By the end of August, the US Army plans to conclude at least one OTA contract with a company that will develop and prototype a new version of IVAS.

Expectations and Prospects

The new version of IVAS, or Soldier Born Mission Command, should solve the problems faced by the previous version of the system. Key expectations include improved image quality, increased reliability and usability, as well as integration with other combat management systems.

The US Army is making significant strides forward in developing mixed reality systems for its soldiers. The new IVAS prototype competition opens up opportunities for innovation and technological progress. It is expected that the selected company will be able to offer solutions that will significantly improve the combat capabilities and effectiveness of troops. The future of IVAS looks promising, and we are looking forward to the results of the competition.