The United States Army has selected Thor Dynamics’ Laser Armor counter-drone system for its xTechOverwatch programme managed jointly by the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Logistics, and Technology and the Army Futures Command. The company was also recently invited to demonstrate Laser Armor for the US Special Operations Command.
Laser Armor features an AI-guided targeting system that delivers laser beams to neutralise swarms of small, fast-moving drones. The company says the system has a cost-per-shot of less than one US dollar. The system requires no ammunition and it can be integrated onto ground vehicles and helicopters. It is also suitable for protecting critical infrastructure like power plants and airports or crowded urban areas like stadiums or public gatherings.
Through the xTechOverwatch programme, Thor Dynamics will work directly with US Army labs, test facilities and senior leaders to get its technology into the hands of soldiers.
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