Several components of the program also remain shrouded in mystery. - TopicsExpress



          

Several components of the program also remain shrouded in mystery. The Army has not revealed how far its lasers can travel or how long they are able to sustain a defensive posture before needing to recharge. And while a focus on the technology is clearly growing, it remains to be determined just how many laser-mounted vehicles the Army plans to deploy in coming years. The vehicle-mounted system was developed over four years. And while Bauer says it has been expensive for the military develop, its portability and lack of heavy, expensive munitions could make it cost-effective over time. “It could be utilized and cost-effective over time,” he said. “In the end it could save considerable money.” And who knows, it might not be long before lasers are squaring off against unmanned F-16s in the field of battle. news.yahoo/blogs/sideshow/how-the-army-s-recent-successful-laser-test-could-change-the-future-of-warfare-005259265.html
Posted on: Tue, 11 Mar 2014 03:20:50 +0000

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