US Air Force Spends $95M on Laser Research
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The US Air Force has awarded a $95 million contract to study how laser weapons affect targets and analyze the data. This research effort is part of America's push to develop directed energy weapons as a primary defense against drones and missiles. The goal is to accelerate the development of laser weapons and improve their effectiveness.
Why it matters
This research is crucial for the development of directed energy weapons, which could provide a primary defense against drones and missiles. The advancement of laser technology could significantly impact the future of military defense systems.
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