Military Technology
One really cool way of using augmented reality is the new
technology that is being developed for the military. A company called Tanagram
is working on a helmet and goggles duo that is being developed to have a 360
degree camera, infrared and UV vision, a microphone and an earpiece just to
name a few (Cameron). The helmet also allows data to be transferred to and from
the wearer and their base. This technology can also show people or buildings or
areas in different colors so the soldiers know where potential danger spots
could be (Cameron). This kind of technology would make the soldiers more
knowledgeable and familiar about the area they are in, which give them an
advantage. The system also records this information and stores it for future
use (Cameron).
Bibliography
Cameron, Chris. Military-Grade Augmented Reality
Could Redefine Modern Warfare. 11 June 2010. 14 December 2012
<http://readwrite.com/2010/06/11/military_grade_augmented_reality_could_redefine_modern_warfare>.