Articles tagged with "Laser, Defense, Drones"

US Army tests 20,000W vehicle-mounted laser systems for drone defense — updated LOCUST device is now more lethal against drones

The US Army is testing a 20,000W vehicle-mounted laser system called LOCUST for drone defense, which has been updated to be more lethal against drones. The new LOCUST Laser Weapon System (LWS) from AeroVironment (AV) Inc. aims to protect soldiers and assets in various missions where drones pose a threat. The system is designed for rapid deployment and can be mounted on different military platforms like the Oshkosh Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV). The LOCUST features a 20kW-class laser weapon with improved lethality performance and adaptable controls for targeting drones effectively. AV's laser systems have been battle-tested for over three years, providing proven force protection capabilities in real-world combat scenarios.

Tom's Hardware•

4 months ago

DragonFire laser shoots down high‑speed drones traveling at 400mph, costs $13 per shot — UK Navy to begin deploying system on destroyers

The UK Ministry of Defence has successfully tested the DragonFire laser system, capable of shooting down high-speed drones traveling at 400mph, with a cost of $13 per shot. A $413 million contract has been signed to deploy the system on Royal Navy destroyers starting in 2027, five years earlier than planned. The system, developed by MBDA, QinetiQ, and Leonardo, achieved a UK first for tracking and intercepting drones. DragonFire is described as a cost-effective alternative to anti-air missiles and will be a key defense capability for the UK and its allies.

Tom's Hardware•

6 months ago

US Army tests 20,000W vehicle-mounted laser systems for drone defense — updated LOCUST device is now more lethal against drones

DragonFire laser shoots down high‑speed drones traveling at 400mph, costs $13 per shot — UK Navy to begin deploying system on destroyers

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