Lockheed Tests Laser For Countering Rockets

Lockheed Martin has tested a company-developed, high-power laser against airborne targets. The trailer-mounted Area Defense Anti-Munitions (ADAM) system engaged an unmanned aircraft in flight at a range of 1.5 km. The prototype weapon, which uses a 10-kw. commercial fiber laser, also destroyed four...

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