US Ally Reveals Warship Test With Game-Changing Laser Weapon
Summary
Japan plans to test a high-energy laser weapon on a ship. This laser system can shoot down drones and other targets at sea. The move comes amid increasing tensions with China.Key Facts
- Japan will test a laser weapon capable of shooting down drones on a ship.
- The laser weapon uses energy instead of traditional ammunition, making it cheaper and potentially more efficient.
- Japan is developing the laser system due to concerns about China's growing military power.
- Photos of the laser weapon mounted on a Japanese test ship were shared online in December.
- The laser system has undergone land trials and successfully hit mortar shells and drones.
- The U.S. Navy also has laser-armed ships stationed in Japan.
- Laser weapons have limitations, such as needing to stay focused on a target for a while and being affected by weather conditions.
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