UK DSTL defense lab trials laser weapon at Porton Down
“Scalable” 50kW source results from £100 million investment; capability tested to range of 3.4km.
Source: optics.org
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DragonFire laser weapon undergoes Porton Down tests
The UK’s Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) has hosted the UK’s first high-powered, long range laser directed energy weapon (LDEW) trial,
Source: electronicsweekly.com
UK: First high-power firing of Dragonfire laser weapon completed
The MOD’s Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) has hosted the UK’s first high-powered, long range laser directed energy weapon (LDEW) trial on its ranges at Porton Down.
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Source: navaltoday.com
Laser power moves a step closer for UK defence
Dstl hosts the UKs first high-powered long range laser trial to assess performance and viability.
Source: gov.uk
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New UK Hub To Develop Anti-Drone Laser Weapons As Ukraine War Fuels Demand
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Source: zerohedge.com
New UK Hub to Develop Anti-Drone Laser Weapons as Ukraine War Fuels Demand
A multinational defence firm will build a new weapons hub in Scotland to develop laser weapons which target small attack drones.
Source: theepochtimes.com
UK plans to test laser weapon on Type 23 frigate for the first time
The Royal Navy plans to test a laser weapon for the first time onboard a Type 23 frigate, which will be used to detect, track, engage, and counter unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV).
Source: navaltoday.com