Disruptive defense tech: A new dawn for directed energy

Published on October 9, 2023

Recent advancements in directed energy technology, which harnesses concentrated beams of electromagnetic energy, promise to redefine modern warfare. Historically limited to jamming communications, the last five years have witnessed game-changing breakthroughs, with the potential to dominate in land, air, and sea combat by controlling the electromagnetic spectrum. As gray zone conflicts and asymmetric warfare become prevalent, directed energy emerges as a pivotal solution offering strategic advantages in defense.

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