Directed Energy: From Counter-Drone To Force Fields?

Directed Energy: From Counter-Drone To Force Fields?
Directed Energy: From Counter-Drone To Force Fields?

“We’re painting with broad strokes, but we’re diving into what missions of the future will look like. The technology is not quite Star Wars, but we’re getting close,” said Jeremy Murray-Krezan, AFRL’s directed energy deputy chief scientist, says.

AFRL Pushes Laser “SHiELD” Flight Test Back, Again

AFRL Pushes Laser “SHiELD” Flight Test Back, Again
AFRL Pushes Laser “SHiELD” Flight Test Back, Again

CSIS’s Todd Harrison said he believes that  the “many challenges” to the SHiELD concept can be overcome “with time and money” —  and could well be worth expending because of the potential benefits.

DoD Likely To Miss 2021 Deadline For Counter-Drone Weapon

DoD Likely To Miss 2021 Deadline For Counter-Drone Weapon
DoD Likely To Miss 2021 Deadline For Counter-Drone Weapon

“Low-collateral effect interceptors” against small drones would be used in “defeating small UAS in urban environments, over sensitive sites, or situations where the rules of engagement would not allow kinetic effects,” DoD’s solicitation to industry says.

AF Says Lasers Are Being Field Tested, But NOT THOR Or Other Microwave Weapon

AF Says Lasers Are Being Field Tested, But NOT THOR Or Other Microwave Weapon
AF Says Lasers Are Being Field Tested, But NOT THOR Or Other Microwave Weapon

“We do in fact plan to deploy THOR in CY21 for operational field assessment, but will not confirm deployment locations or theaters at this time,” an Air Force spokesman says.

THOR: Air Force Tests Counter-Drone Microwave In Africa

THOR: Air Force Tests Counter-Drone Microwave In Africa
THOR: Air Force Tests Counter-Drone Microwave In Africa

“I’ve watched it in action and its really quite impressive,” says Air Force Chief Scientist Richard Joseph.