Canada’s ISS project deliveries continue
The Canadian Army’s 3rd Battalion, the Royal Canadian Regiment has received wearable vests with integrated communications equipment and accessories under the Integrated Soldier System (ISS) project.
Equipment under the ISS project is being delivered in three phases. The first phase involved the delivery of Argus wearable vest kits, which began in March. The next phase will see the equipment connected to army vehicles and integrated with additional equipment such as sensors. The last phase will incorporate any new technology. User feedback will be made along the last two phases.
The ISS technology includes smartphone-like devices built into a wearable vest with integrated communications equipment and accessories. It will allow soldiers to see, in real-time, where other connected soldiers are using the screen on the device; as well as generate reports, send messages, and share information. This will improve situational awareness, allowing soldiers to stay better connected to their teams and the entire chain of command during operations.
Rheinmetall Canada was awarded the contract to deliver systems for the ISS project in 2015.
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