The US military wants to showcase battle-ready laser weapons by 2028
A directed energy demonstration is expected to occur during the summer of 2028, as part of a series of planned Golden Dome-related events.
By Jared Keller
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Central Command’s Kurilla eyes drone-countering lasers for Middle East
At least 31 directed-energy initiatives are underway across the U.S. Department of Defense. Some are more mature than others.
Lasers could replace sailors in peeling old paint off ships
Sailors could soon be replaced by lasers in removing old paint from Navy ships.
By Sarah Sicard
The Marine Corps is looking for a single device to control thermal sights, lasers and other battlefield devices
Kord Defence has a rifle mountable unit that can help Marines control lasers, thermals and other electronic devices without the shooter having to take their hands of the weapon.
By Shawn Snow
Pentagon scientists are making talking plasma laser balls for use as non-lethal weapons
Sounds can now move through the laser frequencies, and developers expect a usable weapon in the next five years.
By Todd South
US Marines to test drone-killing laser weapon
A directed-energy prototype weapon is now in the hands of Marines.
By Cal Pringle