Misleading the Public about Generation 4 Night Vision
Here's an article that was written by someone who was hired to write articles to help promote and boost SEO for the Rigel site on the keyword "night vision goggles". Clearly, this person does not know night vision. Generations of night vision get their "Generation Status" from the military. Although, Northrup Grumman developed the filmless tube, (which would be the Generation 4 technology) the military did not in fact designate it because they did not purchase the technology and make use of it. It was not purchased due to it's lower longevity and reliability levels in the field. Yes, the military requested the development of it, but to this day, it is not, by definition "Generation 4". Is it better technology. Yes and No. Filmless tubes reduce blooming and provide a clearer image. However, filmless tubes do not last as long and there is some discussion that radio waves interfere with their performance. Here's the article: American Chronicle