Zap Attack! British Army Unleashes Laser Fury on Drones in Groundbreaking Test
The British Army’s high-energy laser weapon has successfully zapped flying drones for the first time. Mounted on a Wolfhound vehicle, this dazzling tech could become a frontline drone defense. As Stephen Waller puts it, “The world has changed,” and so has the army’s way of handling pesky drones!
Hot Take:
The British Army is turning into a real-life sci-fi movie, zapping drones out of the sky with high-energy lasers mounted on armored vehicles. Now, all we need is a catchy theme song and some popcorn to watch these laser showdowns!
Key Points:
- The British Army successfully destroyed drones using a high-energy laser mounted on an armored vehicle.
- This development is part of the UK’s Laser Directed Energy Weapon (LDEW) program.
- The laser weapon system was mounted on a Wolfhound armored truck and neutralized aerial targets.
- Laser technology offers a cost-effective solution against drone attacks, as it doesn’t rely on ammunition.
- Both the Royal Navy and Royal Air Force are also exploring laser technology for defense.
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