BLUF

Our eyes are increasingly exposed to intense light—from headlights and billboards, to screens. This glare may endanger long-term eye health, including vision deterioration, due to concentrated brightness over compact areas.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Appreciate how glare and visual overload impact situational awareness during missions.
  • Develop mitigation strategies, including adjustable lighting and eye protection in high-risk environments.
  • Promote health-focused measures in training and equipment design to preserve operational effectiveness.

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