6 sources · first reported 8d ago
Thales has introduced the LGR275 Proxy, a 70 mm laser-guided rocket with a proximity sensor, designed to intercept small drones at a lower cost. The system was unveiled at the Eurosatory defense show in Paris. It aims to provide a cost-effective solution for shooting down cheap drones without using expensive ammunition.
The LGR275 Proxy system is significant as it offers a more affordable way to counter the growing threat of small unmanned aircraft, which can be used for malicious purposes. This technology has the potential to enhance defense capabilities against drone-based threats.
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