The global rise of thermal sensors has made multispectral camouflage an essential requirement for modern uses. Thermal sensor and drones are here to stay and will only become more prevalent with the aid of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Highly effective thermal (TIR) camouflage paired with highly effective visual (VIS) camouflage stands as the primary countermeasure against this revolutionary technological devices. In response to this challenge, ProApto has developed and patented a proprietary thermal camouflage solution designed to conceal humans and vehicles.
anti-drone
camouflage
ProApto Thermal Camouflage offers unparalleled Multispectral Camouflage effectiveness against thermal drones.
thermal
camouflage
ProApto indipendently developed and patented individual multispectral camouflage to provide adequate counter-thermal measures against the increasing proliferation of thermal sensors. ProApto anti-thermal camouflage provides simultaneous VIS - NIR and TIR concealment maximising concealment at 360 degrees.
signature
management
The aim of Thermal Camouflage is to reduce the user's thermal signature as to match the background signature, without making the user as the "hottest" or "coldest" spot of the scene. ProApto counter-thermal suits do this by tuning the human thermal signature to the environmental thermal radiation in any environment in the vast majority of weather conditions (according to extensive statistical analyses and empirical observations).
data analyses
Using inferential statistics and Bayesian modelling, academic researchers analysed that ProApto TIR camouflage has a statistically significant effect in tuning human thermal signature to the surrounding environment (both natural and urban).
ProApto camouflage significantly reduces the user’s TIR signature tuning it around 0.6% (+/-8%) of discrepancy from the environment’s TIR signature at distances between 50mt and 250mt in the vast majority of environmental conditions and settings.
LWIR
20mt
multispectral fabric features
ProApto multispectral camouflage is based on patented textiles with the following features:
• thickness: from 0.1mm to 0.3mm
• weight: from 120gsm to 350gsm
• water-resistant / amphibious
• breathable and not insulating
• extremely silent
• washable with no decay of performance
• can undergo further treatments
amphibious
camouflage
Since ProApto multispectral camouflage does not decay with time and water, it is suited for amphibious uses ranging from static observation to amphibious reconnaissance. ProApto individual multispectral solutions are equally effective in fresh and salt waters ensuring stable and long-lasting concealment for the operators. The same item can be used effectively from the sea to the alps.
15mt
LWIR
VIS
lightweight
solution
ProApto individual multispectral (VIS - NIR - TIR) camouflage is lightweight and easily transportable across long distances and transitions. The individual counter-thermal systems as full body coverage range between 1.2 kg and 3.6kg of weight (in average 1.9 kg) and are packable in 25 x 30 x 30 cm bags. ProApto camouflage platforms both feature highly effective 2D and 3D camouflage, ensuring high adaptability in manifold environments.
HIgh NIR effectiveness
ProApto Multispectral Camouflage has a Near-Infrared Reflectance (NIR) consistent with the intended environment of use. This results in extremely effective night vision camouflage even at very close range for both ProApto 2D and 3D elements. Even when the camouflage is irradiated by IR lasers and illuminators, it remains effective without unwanted reflections (uncommon for the vast majority of clothing).
ergonomics /
modularity
ProApto Multispectral Camouflage solutions are designed as modular and multipurpose systems. The user can choose whether to use a full-body coverage or a partial coverage, depending on the needs. For example, the hood can be removed from the Poncho or the Ghillie Suit and used independently. In the same vein, limb covers can be worn or used to conceal optronics. Several ponchos can be connected together to cover vehicles and valuable assets.
Vehicle
camouflage
Despite the main focus of ProApto camouflage is the individual, we do also provide multispectral camouflage for light vehicles (off-roads, quads, pick-ups, light armoured vehicles and general purpose vehicles).
Multispectral camo solutions are designed to reduce detection across the visible and the whole infrared spectrum, ensuring maximum effectiveness in diverse environments. These lightweight systems can be customized to fit various vehicle profiles and are compatible with modular designs for quick deployment.
explore videos
ProApto openly shares the level of its multispectral effectiveness to better educate and inform the users. In the same vein, Multispectral Camouflage is object of extensive and comprehensive outdoor testing, followed by statistical data analyses. The final result is a transparent relationship with the users.
Patented
technology
ProApto holds the first and the only Italian patent in matter of Multispectral Camouflage (VIS-NIRTIR). Object of protected intellectual property are: 1) the multispectral textiles, 2) three product designs, 3) eighteen proprietary 2D camouflage patterns, and 4) twelve proprietary 3D camouflage patterns. ProApto’s patent after international examination has been recognized as technologically and industrially novel on a global scale.
As with AI, you have no choice. Multispectral sensors are here to stay, improving rapidly — jump by jump — while becoming cheaper, more effective, and more pervasive. The turnover of visual (VIS) camouflage patterns must accelerate to outpace the relentless learning and adaptation speed of AI systems. Just like in past industrial revolutions: first come, first served.