Update: L3Harris reveals new Compact Multi-Node Display Overlay for augmented reality

The CMNDO module with BNVD-Fused battery pack and goggle. (L3Harris)

L3Harris Technologies has revealed technical aspects of its new Compact Multi-Node Display Overlay (CMNDO) module that provides augmented reality (AR) to fielded Binocular Night Vision Device (BNVD)-Fused systems, according to a 19 May L3Harris news release.

The CMNDO module is still in the developmental phase with no launch date yet, an L3Harris representative told Janes on 19 May that it is currently being tested by some NATO forces to incorporate their experiences and feedback.

The CMNDO module weighs around 140 g. While the CMNDO itself does not have a full-colour display, it provides a full-colour image that is rendered on a BNVD-Fused's 640×480 display, an L3 Harris representative told Janes on 23 May. CMNDO is attached to the back of a helmet and integrates into the existing BVND-Fused battery pack via a cable, the company representative said.

The user would also be connected directly to larger communication networks via ultra-wideband (UWB). The representative said that the objective performance of CMNDO showed that no signals emissions were given off that could be picked up by adversaries, but that this attribute has yet to be formally tested. The manufacturers say the system can operate on its batteries with AR running for more than 3.5 h.

The on-body system and goggles are compatible with various radio nets and battle management systems (BMSs), which allows the user to receive information on positions; digital compass headings; time; position, location, and information (PLI); picture-in-picture (from unmanned systems); radar plot; battery indicator; and mode indicator.