Israel deploys Iron Beam laser system to counter aerial threats

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Israel has deployed its first Iron Beam laser battery, named "Or Eitan," capable of destroying targets up to 10 km away. The 100 kW system uses adaptive optics to overcome atmospheric distortion, allowing it to neutralize threats like drones, rockets, and mortar shells. This advanced technology, reportedly unique, aims to provide a cost-effective defense solution with a per-shot cost comparable to electricity.


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