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politics4 days ago
Pentagon Signs Two Laser Weapon Agreements Worth Up to $847 Million
The Office of the Undersecretary of War for Research and Engineering finalized two Joint Laser Weapon System agreements on Thursday. The contracts, valued at $86 million initially, aim to develop directed-energy systems capable of countering drone swarms and other aerial threats.
Defense Newsworld41 days ago
Pentagon Seeks $452M for Directed-Energy Weapons for Golden Dome Despite History of Program Cancellations
Undersecretary Emil Michael told lawmakers the science of laser weapons is largely complete and the focus has shifted to engineering challenges. The Pentagon plans a directed energy demonstration in summer 2028.
thehindu.compolitics45 days ago
Congress Drafts Funds for Containerized Navy HELIOS Laser
An early House draft of the 2027 National Defense Authorization Act adds $7.5 million for containerized laser directed-energy weapons. The measure targets the existing 60-kilowatt HELIOS system and a separate Maritime High Energy Laser Weapon System.
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Defense Newsworld53 days ago
Navy Chief Outlines Laser Weapons for Future Warships
Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Daryl Caudle told lawmakers that directed-energy weapons could free vertical launch cells for offensive missiles. He said current surface ships lack the power and cooling needed for high-energy lasers.
Washington Examinerpolitics65 days ago
FAA and Pentagon Validate AeroVironment LOCUST Laser Counter-Drone System Following White Sands Test
The high-energy laser demonstrated safe operation near civilian aircraft during an early March 2026 test at White Sands Missile Range in New Mexico. AeroVironment announced the results Wednesday alongside FAA approval and expansion of a directed-energy pilot program to five milit…