Although Microsoft publicly announces plans to use HoloLens militarily, it suddenly becomes private

ByMicrosoft Sweden

A head-up display projecting a hologram to the real world that Microsoft is developing is "HoloLens"is. Unlike VR headsets such as Oculus Rift and PlayStation VR, HoloLens displays digital data on the real world in a superimposed manner,Its feeling of useIs a different thing from the VR headset. It was revealed that Microsoft planned to use such HoloLens military.

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MicrosoftblogWe have revealed that it draws a concept to extend HoloLens to various fields within. What has been most emphasized as a use application revealed in Microsoft's blog is "a tool for better communication", which is a way of using such a way that any understanding can be obtained in real time between the military commander and the military It seems to have recommended it.

In the specific example presented by Microsoft, HoloLens displays a 3D map that shows the current location of the soldier so that the position of the soldier can be more accurately understood and the tactical options and the like become more understandable. It is also possible to accurately show enemy units and resources on the map, or to plan the whole strategy with holograms.

ByMicrosoft Sweden

Besides, HoloLens makes it possible for professional engineers like aviation mechanics to use the necessary information more quickly and more effectively, to make the design of military equipment better, to make the assembly of weapons smoother It is also possible to make it to. It seems that Microsoft insisted in the blog when HoloLens was active in various scenes of military relations.

Incidentally, as examples of HoloLens use, "games", "watching sports", "communication means", etc. were cited.

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Also, unlike military use, Microsoft and NASA have announced a joint project called "Sidekick" that uses HoloLens in outer space.

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In addition, Microsoft has deleted the blog post describing the military use of HoloLens, and all other details remain mysterious.