This document provides an overview of night vision technology. It discusses the two types of night vision - biological and technical. Technical night vision works through image intensification or thermal imaging. Common night vision devices include scopes, goggles, and cameras. Generations of night vision technology have improved amplification and operating life. Night vision has military, hunting, wildlife observation, security, and hidden object detection applications. While the initial cost is high, night vision provides advantages like increased range of vision and reduced accidents.