SUA pregătesc arma care poate distruge drone cu viteza luminii. Proiectul Pentagonului, aproape de realitate • Newsweek România

The U.S. military is nearing the deployment of the E-HEL laser weapon system designed to neutralize drones at the speed of light. This technology aims to reduce reliance on expensive interceptors, addressing the challenges posed by inexpensive drone swarms. After extensive testing, the E-HEL could mark the transition from experimental systems to operational use. However, while promising, laser weapons will not replace traditional air defense systems due to limitations like the need for a direct line of sight. The Pentagon's strategy involves a multi-layered defense approach, integrating lasers with missiles and electronic warfare systems.