General
nvg
What does nvg mean?
'Night Vision Goggles' — head-mounted image-intensifying optics that let personnel see in near-total darkness, central to modern night operations.
""Go to NVGs — we're moving to the objective under blackout.""
Origin
US military abbreviation of 'night vision goggles'.
Frequently asked questions
What does NVG stand for?
It stands for 'night vision goggles' — head-mounted optics that amplify tiny amounts of light so personnel can see in near-total darkness.
How do NVGs work?
They're image-intensifying devices: they gather available light (including starlight and infrared) and amplify it electronically to produce a visible image, usually in shades of green.
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