Examples of Some Military Users

Most modern military doctrines suggest a highly maneuverable and flexible force with sophisticated weapons, sensors, and advanced c3I capabilities.   Having significant mobile electric power is crucial for an effective force.

Aura’s VIPER is the mobile power solution for SAIC’s commercial and military versions of the VACIS system.  The Mobile VACIS® unit consists of non-intrusive gamma ray imaging system. The system provides substantial flexibility to assist with a variety of different requirements including contraband interdiction, explosives detection, and force protection.

The WIN-T program is the Army's communications system for reliable, secure, and seamless video, data, imagery, and voice services. The system will establish an environment in which commanders at all levels will have the ability to operate with centers that are located at remote locations throughout the battlespace. This is a joint Lockheed Martin General Dynamics program.




JLTV (Joint Light Tactical Vehicle) now being developed for the U.S. military, combines systems-based defenses that incorporate speed,high-tech armor and computer-coordinated commun---ications to keep soldiers connected and protected during missions. The JLTV program is intended to replacing the Humvee as the primary vehicle for moving U.S. troops and equipment.  Aura’s 30 kW VIPER system will be the power solution on the American General-General Dynamics vehicle.

Aura’s 16 kW VIPER power solution has gone through extensive testing by BAE in South Africa as part of a joint program between General Dynamics and BAE for an upgraded MRAP type vehicle. General Dynamics jointly with BAE plan to market this new vehicle worldwide.  General Dynamics included the 16 kW VIPER in their efforts for the MRAP spiral expected in summer of 2009.



Numerous U.S.A, Special Forces and U.S.M.C units are using the VIPER in combat both in Iraq and Afghanistan. 


A 16 kW dual VIPER is used to power the SeaLion II shown in the picture.