The profitable trial of a laser-based weapons system has put India amongst the few nations, together with the US, China, and Russia, outfitted with high-power Laser-DEW expertise, able to neutralising missiles, drones, and smaller projectiles.

The indigenously developed 30-kilowatt Mk-II(A) Laser-Directed Vitality Weapon (DEW) system underwent a profitable trial by the Defence Analysis and Improvement Organisation (DRDO) on the Nationwide Open Air Vary (NOAR) in Kurnool.

It engaged fixed-wing drones at lengthy ranges, thwarted a number of drone assaults, and destroyed enemy surveillance sensors and antennae. “The lightning velocity of engagement, the precision, and the lethality delivered on the goal inside a number of seconds made it essentially the most potent Counter Drone System,” an official mentioned.

The Mk-II(A) DEW system is designed and developed by DRDO’s Centre for Excessive Vitality Programs and Sciences (CHESS) in collaboration with LRDE, IRDE, DLRL, educational establishments, and Indian industries. It showcased its complete vary of capabilities throughout the demonstration.

The laser-DEW methods detect targets utilizing radar or their inbuilt Electro Optic (EO) system and interact them on the velocity of sunshine. The extraordinary laser beam could cause structural failures by reducing by the goal or ship extra impactful outcomes by concentrating on warheads.

This expertise is anticipated to revolutionise the battlefield by lowering the dependency on pricey ammunition and minimising the danger of collateral injury.

The requirement for cost-effective defence options to offset the low-cost drone assaults is driving the adoption of DEWs by navy organisations worldwide.