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ISR·Navy Modernization

These American Destroyers Are Equipped With Laser Weapons

1 source · first reported 34d ago

The U.S. Navy has placed directed energy systems on nine surface combatants and is looking to expand testing and deployment of similar systems across the fleet.

Why it matters

The deployment of laser weapons on U.S. Navy destroyers marks a significant step in the modernization of naval capabilities and the potential to counter emerging threats.

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