The US Navy’s new electric laser weapon system, officially called the Layered Laser Defense (LLD), was successful in shooting down a drone, which represented a subsonic cruise missile in flight. This innovative laser weapon system was designed and built by Lockheed Martin to counter unmanned aerial systems and fast-attack boats, while also boasting the ability to use its high-resolution telescope to track in-bound air threats as well as supporting combat identification.
Lockheed’s Layered Laser Defense (LLD) latest test supports a broader effort by the naval research and development community to further develop technologies as well as field a family of laser weapons that can address multiple threats using a range of escalating options. Surprisingly, not all of these options are lethal, as there are several non-lethal measures, like optical “dazzling” and disabling of sensors. For something more oddly satisfying, this laser removing rust should do the trick.
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Innovative laser systems like the LLD have the potential to redefine the future of naval combat operations. They present transformational capabilities to the fleet, address diverse threats, and provide precision engagements with a deep magazine to complement existing defensive systems and enhance sustained lethality in high-intensity conflict,” said Rear Adm. Lorin C. Selby, Chief of Naval Research.
