Summary
The article discusses the development and potential of high-energy laser weapons for use in anti-drone warfare. It highlights the capabilities of these lasers to target and destroy drones, rockets, and artillery shells, and notes contracts and partnerships in various countries for further development of laser systems.
Key Facts
- Israeli Ministry of Defence and Rafael are developing a laser weapon called Iron Beam to destroy drones and other aerial threats.
- Israel claims to have successfully used Iron Beam to shoot down several enemy drones.
- Lasers offer a cheaper and efficient method to target large numbers of drones compared to expensive missiles.
- Countries like the US, UK, France, Germany, and South Korea are investing in laser weapon technology.
- EOS, an Australian company, developed laser weapons from technology used in the U.S. Strategic Defense Initiative, also known as "Star Wars."
- Contracts include $500 million for Israel's Iron Beam and a 316-million-pound contract for the UK's MBDA system.
- EOS secured contracts with the Netherlands and South Korea for developing laser weapon systems.
