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Minie-D night vision binocular for Spain
2010-06-25
EADS Defence and Security has selected Thales Minie-D night vision binoculars for the COMFUT program headgear.
EADS Defence and Security, prime contractor of the COMFUT program, has selected the Minie-D night vision binoculars made by Thales Angenieux for the headgear of Spanish Land forces infantrymen.
Light and compact, the Minie-D night vision binoculars made by Thales Angenieux offer excellent night vision performance. They provide a 20% improvement in optical performance over current gear, satisfying the high requirements of the COMFUT program.
Besides, MINIE-D integrates a micro display which, when connected to EADS defence and Security infantryman system, offers new capabilities such as observation or remote night firing.
With its light-weight, optical quality and the night vision capability, it greatly enhances the fighter security in asymmetric night combat.
COMFUT is the Spanish land forces Soldier Modernization Program. The Spanish Minister of Defence chose EADS Defence and Security to be the program’s prime contractor following on a call for tenders.
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