U.S. Air Force Seeks Camouflage Nets to Shield Vehicles from Thermal Sensors

The U.S. Air Force is pursuing camouflage nets capable of hiding troops and vehicles from thermal sensors, according to a pre-solicitation document posted to a government contracting website last week.

These nets are intended to provide thermal protection, making them effective against sensitive detection technologies. The notice also expresses interest in using nanotechnology or advanced composites to improve the nets' performance.

MADIS is a short-range, ground-based air defense system mounted on these vehicles, capable of countering both drones and crewed aircraft. This development reflects efforts to adapt basic equipment to counter advanced sensor capabilities in modern warfare.