In the vast expanse of the ocean, a streak of white light pierces the sky. It’s not a natural phenomenon, but a weapon — a ...

The U.S. Navy has developed a directed-energy weapon that can intercept unmanned drones and possibly cruise missiles while ...

The HELIOS system is a type of direct-energy weapon, which the Navy confirmed is a viable weapon for intercepting aerial targets that might endanger U.S. Navy ships and other targets. U.S. Navy ...

The USS Preble, a U.S. Navy destroyer stationed in Japan, has successfully tested its HELIOS laser weapon system by engaging a drone in the Western Pacific. This event signifies a pivotal advancement ...

An undated photo from 2024 shows USS Preble firing its High Energy Laser and Integrated Optical Dazzler and Surveillance (HELIOS) system during testing. File Image/US Director, Operational Test & ...

"Some of them were low enough that we could wave to the pilots, and then the deck plating would rattle," he said. Thirty-four roses are placed on the USS Liberty memorial at Arlington National ...

Called the High Energy Laser with Integrated Optical-Dazzler, or HELIOS, the U.S. Navy tested the Lockheed Martin-built laser weapon aboard the USS Preble sometime in 2024.

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Port side view of the USS Preble firing the HELIOS energy weapon system during US Navy trials of the weapon in 2024 This post is also available in: עברית (Hebrew) The U.S. Navy has recently ...

All about HELIOS laser weapon The 2024 test is a significant step in Washington's efforts to deploy low-cost laser weapons to combat emerging threats. According to reports, the experiment was ...