Directed Energy

British troops test laser weapon as cheap option to fry drones

The British Army’s experimental laser weapon uses advanced sensors and tracking systems to maintain lock on target.

6 months ago

Army’s high-energy laser competition to kick off early next year

The US Army's directed energy solution for short-range air defense continues to be refined through a variety of competitive prototyping efforts.

10 months ago

Directed Energy

South Korea to deploy laser weapons to intercept North Korean drones

The Defense Acquisition Program Administration said it will deploy at least one anti-air laser weapons system — called “Block-I” — this year.

Raytheon prototyping directed-energy zappers for US Air Force, Navy

“Non-kinetic defense systems are a key part of America’s national defense strategy,” said Colin Whelan, the president of advanced technology at Raytheon.

18 months ago

Air Force to issue protective eyewear as laser pointer incidents surge

The gear aims to limit the potential risk to pilots and other aircrew amid a recent spike in lasing incidents.

19 months ago

US seeks to fund Israeli laser as Army considers Iron Beam’s potential

The U.S. Army is eyeing Iron Beam as a possible alternative laser to augment its own fire protection capability.

19 months ago

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