Photonic Barrier

A term commonly used in the context of Mil/LEO/Night Vision. Refers to when a light source obscures a person's view due to overexposure, oversaturation, or shadowing.

Also referred to as: "Blooming", "Whiting out", "Glaring out".

Photonic Barriers are not commonly discussed when CQB is brought up. Even though the term is usually associated with Night Vision Use, there are still plenty of scenarios where a Photonic Barrier may affect you without the use of NVG's. knowing what they are and how to work around them may save your life.