The US Army's directed energy solution for short-range air defense continues to be refined through a variety of competitive prototyping efforts. 3 months ago
The Defense Acquisition Program Administration said it will deploy at least one anti-air laser weapons system — called “Block-I” — this year. 4 months ago
The launcher addition to the SEAL boat would hold loitering munitions, drones or other payloads. 6 months ago
The suspects allegedly procured a special laser and exported it to China without permission. 7 months ago
Iranian contractors and government officials have picked up on market demand, frequenting arms expos and other events in Russia, Iraq, Qatar and more. 7 months ago
The service's first two Quick Start efforts involve boosting GPS resilience and advancing moving target indication capabilities. 7 months ago
Using directed energy to down aerial threats promises to revolutionize the business of air defense. 7 months ago
U.S. Navy leaders have lamented a lack of directed-energy options as Houthi rebels in Yemen pepper the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden with attack drones. 7 months ago
The Army will begin a directed-energy test campaign to find the sweet spot for laser weapons when it comes to lethality, reliability and cost. 8 months ago
Laser and microwave weapons are considered critical elements of layered defense, or having different countermeasures ready to thwart different threats. 8 months ago
At least 31 directed-energy initiatives are underway across the U.S. Department of Defense. Some are more mature than others. 8 months ago
Unlike traditional weapons such as guns and cannons that have a finite amount of ammunition, a high-energy laser can keep firing as long as it has power. 8 months ago
The Army is seeking approval for its short-range air defense requirements, which will solidify a program of record for the rapidly developed capability. 9 months ago
Made-in-America munitions for Ukraine and Israel's Iron Beam laser weapon would get funding. 9 months ago
At least 31 directed-energy initiatives are underway across the U.S. military, according to the National Defense Industrial Association. 10 months ago
“We’re 10 years down the road, and we still don’t have something we can field?” 10 months ago
The trial with the direct-energy weapon is considered a significant milestone toward the deployment of the system, possibly within five years. 10 months ago
“Non-kinetic defense systems are a key part of America’s national defense strategy,” said Colin Whelan, the president of advanced technology at Raytheon. 11 months ago
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