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Laser Weapons
China has introduced a new directed energy weapon system called LY-1. This solid-state laser weapon is mainly used to deal with low-altitude aerial threats, such as drones, small aircraft, suicide bombs, and even shells or mortar shells.
The most significant advantage of this weapon is its speed and accuracy. The laser travels at the speed of light, and if there is sufficient energy, it can destroy or disable a target almost instantly. The LY-1 can be installed on vehicles, military vehicles, or warships, allowing it to move and deploy to perform various tasks, such as protecting convoys, securing critical infrastructure, and preventing close approaches.
The estimated working power is around tens of kilowatts, which allows it to target small drones, as well as some stationary or slow-moving large targets. The laser works by directing heat to sensitive components of the drone, such as sensors or internal electronic equipment, causing them to fail or be destroyed.
The system is equipped with advanced sensors, including radar, electro-optical cameras, and infrared tracking devices, enabling it to detect and track targets with high precision. It also integrates artificial intelligence algorithms, reducing the need for direct manual intervention.
One of the main challenges of this technology is cooling to prevent overheating during repeated firing. In addition, the laser relies on a direct line of sight, which reduces its effectiveness in adverse weather conditions such as rain, fog, or sandstorms.
It should be noted that the actual performance of this weapon has not been verified in real combat environments, as most demonstrations have been conducted under ideal conditions against targets—whether slow-moving or stable ones.
Source: Al Jazeera
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