Crossbow Mini HEL is a compact high-energy laser that neutralizes small drones solo or networked, delivering low-cost, training-free counter-swarm defense.
Next-Gen Laser Defense Goes ‘Mini’: IPG Presents Crossbow
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Directed Energy Weapons
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Discover the power of directed energy weapons reshaping modern defense.
From high-powered lasers to microwave systems, we cover the latest advances in energy-based systems that zap, scorch, and neutralize threats across air, ground, and space.
Seven Laser Weapons That Defined the Defense Landscape in 2025
Seven laser systems in 2025 proved directed-energy is here to stay, transforming air and maritime defense with speed, precision, and near-unlimited firepower.
Japan Activates 100-kW Fiber Laser for Live Sea Trials
Fiber laser is a 100-kilowatt-class high-energy weapon, combining ten 10-kW fiber lasers into a single beam, housed in two 40-foot container modules, and equipped with a dome-shaped turret.
Next-Gen Laser Weapons Get a Boost From KULR’s New High-Capacity Tech
KULR built a 400V laser-weapon battery in just weeks using digital simulations, ruggedized design methods, and fully in-house engineering control.
UK’s DragonFire Laser Shreds Drones Flying Twice the Speed of F1 Cars
DragonFire is a UK laser system that destroys drones with above-the-horizon targeting, costs £10 per shot, and will deploy on a Type 45 destroyer by 2027.
Indian Army Shows Off Hand-Held Directed-Energy Weapon
India’s new portable directed-energy weapon is a hand-held, precision-guided laser system designed to neutralize drones and small aircraft.
Russia’s New Laser Weapon Breaks Cover — And It’s on Wheels
Russia’s truck-mounted high-energy laser integrates an air-cooled beam, electro-optical tracking, and a battery-powered command station in a single all-terrain vehicle.
Germany’s Ship-Mounted Laser Weapon Blasts Past 100 Live Shots, Targets 2029 Rollout
The high-energy laser system combines Rheinmetall’s precision optics with MBDA’s advanced tracking suite to accurately neutralize drones in real time.
General Atomics Teases MQ-20 Avenger Drone Armed With High-Energy Laser
The MQ-20 concept highlights emerging directed-energy tech, combining stealthy laser integration, advanced optics, and autonomous targeting for future UCAV roles.
Europe’s New Laser-Driven Drone Shield Takes Aim at Rising UAV Threats
Rohde & Schwarz and TRUMPF will integrate radar, spectrum tools, and high-energy lasers in a sovereign European counter-UAV defense system.
