Germany confirms drone-destroying laser weapon for German Navy by 2029 — 100Kw version will zap 1000+ mph supersonic missiles for $1 a shot
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Directed-energy systems moving toward $1-per-shot economics change the cost curve of air defense and, by extension, drone and missile design. Dual-use suppliers in power electronics, thermal management, and beam control are about to sit much closer to the defense critical path.
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