The Rise, Struggles & Future of the U.S. Army’s Integrated Visual Augmentation System (IVAS)

From bold beginnings with Microsoft’s HoloLens to a turbulent path of setbacks, the U.S. Army’s Integrated Visual Augmentation System (IVAS) has faced both promise and controversy. Now, with Anduril Industries stepping in, the program is entering a new chapter that could redefine how soldiers see and fight on the battlefield.

In this video, we explore the origins, challenges, and the future of IVAS as it transitions into the Soldier Borne Mission Command (SBMC) program — and what it means for the future of augmented reality in warfare.