Integrated Multi‑Threat Headborne System prototype set to be developed for U.S. Army.

Team Wendy Ceradyne and THEON International announced a DEVCOM Soldier Center‑funded partnership to build an Integrated Multi‑Threat Headborne System prototype, with testing planned in the fourth quarter of FY26 during a Soldier Touchpoint.

Team Wendy Ceradyne and THEON International announced a partnership to develop an Integrated Multi‑Threat Headborne System (IMHS) under a U.S. Army DEVCOM Soldier Center‑funded initiative. The effort is being conducted on a shared‑cost model between the government and industry partners. Team Wendy is reported to contribute ballistic helmet expertise while THEON will provide optro‑electronic systems, power and data solutions. The project team also includes Invisio for tactical communications and Revision for protective eyewear. Key details: - The program is sponsored by the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Soldier Center and uses a shared‑cost model with industry. - Team Wendy Ceradyne will supply ballistic protection technologies and helmet design expertise. - THEON International will provide optro‑electronic solutions, head‑borne power and data systems reported to enable features such as day‑and‑night HUDs and augmented reality. - Invisio and Revision are listed as partners for communications/hearing protection and ballistic/laser eyewear respectively. - The IMHS prototype is modular in design and described as integrating communications and mission‑critical electronics with helmet protection. - DEVCOM Soldier Center evaluation of the prototype is planned in fourth quarter, FY26 during a Soldier Touchpoint to gather user feedback. Summary: The article reports the project aims to integrate ballistic protection with on‑helmet sensors, communications and power/data systems to support situational awareness. Prototype evaluation is scheduled for Q4 FY26 at a Soldier Touchpoint, and user feedback will inform subsequent design phases.