Friday, November 21, 2008

DNVS

Origin
United Kingdom

Contractor/s
BAE Systems

Description: Drivers Night Vision System (DNVS) is an state-of-the-art uncooled thermal imaging device intended for drivers of modern armored fighting vehicles manufactured by BAE Systems Avionics Group. DNVS provides drivers with optimum vision/ enhanced visibility 24 hours a day and all-weather situational awareness for today's battlefield environment. This system is suitable for the majority of vehicles without modification.

To date, DNVS has already been selected for the United Kingdom Terrier armored fighting vehicle and is under study for Trojan and Titan heavyweight tank support vehicles. In addition, the United States military have selected the technology which DNVS builds upon for its next generation of weapons sight systems.

Operators

United Kingdom

Notes
(*) lead contractor
IOC: Initial Operating Capability
FOC: Full Operating Capability
CEP: Circular Error Probable
Comm: Commissioning Date
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Last Updated: Saturday, October 25, 2008

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