Raytheon's facility in

Raytheon's facility in Tucson, Ariz., has tested a prototype, solid-state laser weapon that has been combined with the standard Phalanx shipboard defense system. The cannon's rapid search, track and engagement capabilities are used to direct the laser onto targets. The prototype system detonated 60...

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