U.S. Navy Freaked Out: Lasers are No Magic Weapon To Take Down Missiles
Story by Peter Suciu • 14h • 5 min read
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Summary and Key Points: Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen have repeatedly targeted U.S. Navy warships with missiles and drones, but U.S. defenses, like the Phalanx CIWS, have successfully intercepted these threats. However, the cost disparity between high-priced anti-aircraft missiles and cheap drones raises concerns.
-The development of laser weapon systems offers a potential solution, providing a cost-effective and continuous defense option.
-Despite promising advancements, challenges such as power requirements and limited range delay their deployment on warships. While laser systems may eventually become part of a layered defense strategy, widespread naval implementation remains years away.
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