directed energy weapons

India’s Domestic ‘Star Wars’ Laser Weapon Downs Drone in Trials

India has successfully tested its 30-kilowatt laser-based weapon system — purpose-built to destroy drones, missiles, and aircraft — for the first time. 

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HII to Build Anti-Drone Laser Weapon for US Army

The US Army has contracted HII to develop and test a high-energy laser weapon against unmanned aerial systems in multi-domain operations.

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US Air Force, Parsons to Equip Joint Light Tactical Vehicle With Bomb-Detonating Laser

The US Air Force has partnered with Parsons Corporation to equip the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle with a directed energy bomb disposal system.

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US Navy’s Burke-Class Destroyer Unleashes HELIOS Laser in Breathtaking New Photo

The US Navy has demonstrated the power of its cutting-edge HELIOS laser weapon aboard an Arleigh Burke-class destroyer during an undated sea trial.

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China Says New Microwave Weapon Fired Thousands of Pulses, Survived

China has announced a significant breakthrough in its high-power microwave weapon program, claiming the system survived firing thousands of intense pulses in a recent test.

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UK Army Tests ‘Drone Killer’ Radiowave Weapon That Costs Just $12 Per Shot

The British Army has tested a new radiowave weapon capable of taking down drone swarms “for less than the cost of a pack of mince pies.”

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Rheinmetall, MBDA to Jointly Develop Maritime Laser Weapon

Rheinmetall announced its collaboration with MBDA to develop an affordable maritime laser weapon to replace costly air defense missiles used by ships.

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China Exploring Laser Weapon Integration Into Submarines

China is looking to bolster its underwater capabilities with a feasibility study on the potential integration of laser weapons into submarines.

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Raytheon HELWS Laser Weapon Completes First Fire for British Army

Raytheon has conducted the initial fire test of its High-Energy Laser Weapon System aboard a military vehicle for the British Army.

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US, Japan Eye Joint Development of High-Powered Microwave Weapons

The US and Japan are planning to collaborate on the development of high-powered microwave weapons to defend against hostile drones.

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