The Camouflage of Tomorrow: 2 Next-Gen Technologies Concealing U.S. Soldiers

Widespread access to next-generation camouflage systems, like night vision and thermal imaging, has revolutionized how the U.S. Armed Forces conceal vehicles and personnel on the battlefield, with both technologies making it far easier to spot enemy forces, even in the dark. But because these rapid advancements are available to other militaries around the world, too, the U.S. has found itself in a technological arms race to see and not be seen. Here’s a quick primer on two simple innovations keeping U.S. soldiers concealed on the battlefield: the Ultra-light Camouflage Netting System and the Improved Ghillie System. [View in Browser]( [Popular Mechanics]( [SHOP]( [EXCLUSIVE]( [SUBSCRIBE]( [The Camouflage of Tomorrow: 2 Next-Gen Technologies Concealing U.S. Soldiers]( [The Camouflage of Tomorrow: 2 Next-Gen Technologies Concealing U.S. Soldiers]( [The Camouflage of Tomorrow: 2 Next-Gen Technologies Concealing U.S. Soldiers]( Widespread access to next-generation camouflage systems, like night vision and thermal imaging, has revolutionized how the U.S. Armed Forces conceal vehicles and personnel on the battlefield, with both technologies making it far easier to spot enemy forces, even in the dark. But because these rapid advancements are available to other militaries around the world, too, the U.S. has found itself in a technological arms race to see and not be seen. Here’s a quick primer on two simple innovations keeping U.S. soldiers concealed on the battlefield: the Ultra-light Camouflage Netting System and the Improved Ghillie System. Widespread access to next-generation camouflage systems, like night vision and thermal imaging, has revolutionized how the U.S. Armed Forces conceal vehicles and personnel on the battlefield, with both technologies making it far easier to spot enemy forces, even in the dark. But because these rapid advancements are available to other militaries around the world, too, the U.S. has found itself in a technological arms race to see and not be seen. Here’s a quick primer on two simple innovations keeping U.S. soldiers concealed on the battlefield: the Ultra-light Camouflage Netting System and the Improved Ghillie System. [Read More]( [Read More]( [Tips for Using a Tape Measure]( [Tips for Using a Tape Measure]( There’s more to it than stretching it out and making a mark [Read More]( [Alternate text] [Alternate text] [An Iceberg the Size of Rhode Island Is About to Permanently Disappear]( [An Iceberg the Size of Rhode Island Is About to Permanently Disappear]( The world's largest ice giant is just months from fading into the aquatic abyss. [Read More]( [Why High-Powered Laser Guns Are Finally Coming to U.S. Navy Warships]( Why High-Powered Laser Guns Are Finally Coming to U.S. Navy Warships]( Lasers fire at the speed of light—and that means unlimited firing opportunities. [Read More]( [Alternate text] [Alternate text] [Archaeologists Found a Mind-Blowing Cluster of Ancient Lost Civilizations]( [Archaeologists Found a Mind-Blowing Cluster of Ancient Lost Civilizations]( Lasers revealed the network of cities that had disappeared for centuries. [Read More]( [Russia Test Launched a Big Anti-Tank Missile From a Civilian Drone]( [Russia Test Launched a Big Anti-Tank Missile From a Civilian Drone]( But can they guide it to target? [Read More]( [Alternate text] [POP Membership]( [LiveIntent Logo]( [AdChoices Logo]( [Need Assistance? Contact Us.](mailto:pmpmembership@popularmechanics.com) Follow Us [Unsubscribe]( | [Privacy Notice]( | [CA Notice at Collection]( Popular Mechanics is a publication of Hearst Magazines. ©2024 Hearst Magazine Media, Inc. All Rights Reserved. This email was sent by Hearst Magazines, 300 West 57th Street, New York, NY 10019-3779