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India.com
20-07-2025
- Science
- India.com
Not just Akash, S-400, or Barak-8, India also has THIS laser defense shield that can destroy missiles within..., it can track...
DRDO DEW System: During 'Operation Sindoor', the world witnessed the efficiency of air defense systems like 'Akash' and S-400. India's defense technology isn't limited to just rockets and missiles. The country also possesses Directed Energy Weapons (DEW), a laser defense shield. The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) recently announced the successful trial of a Mk-II(A) Laser– Directed Energy Weapon (DEW) system 'mastering the technology of disabling missiles, drones and smaller projectiles.' This is the kind of technology seen in the Star Wars movie series — capable of turning enemy drones, helicopters, and even missiles into ashes mid-air. 'Indigenously designed and developed Mk-II(A) DEW system was demonstrated in its entire spectrum of capability by engaging the fixed wing drones at long range, thwarting a multiple drone attack and destroying enemy surveillance sensors and antennae,' the statement said. 'The lightning speed of engagement, the precision and the lethality delivered at the target within few seconds made it the most potent counter drone system.' Here are some of the key details: In April 2025, DRDO successfully tested a 30-kilowatt laser-based weapon system. This technology promises to play a decisive role in future warfare. While systems like Akash, S-400, and Barak-8 are already serving as defense shields, the laser shield makes India virtually invincible. This laser defense system can track and destroy any aerial threat within a range of 5 kilometers. It is equipped with 360-degree Electro-Optical/Infrared (EO/IR) sensors that can detect and neutralize targets approaching from any direction. It can be deployed not only on land but also on warships, and it can be easily transported and stationed via air, rail, road, or sea routes. This laser system can destroy drones, helicopters, and missiles within a 5 km range in seconds. During testing, it successfully shot down fixed-wing aircraft and swarm drones mid-air. It also has the capability to jam enemy communications and satellite signals. It doesn't use any explosives or missiles — it operates solely with laser light, making it a 'massless' weapon. Star War Capabilities: DRDO Chairman Dr. Samir V. Kamat described it as the first step towards a 'Star Wars capability'. He said, 'So far, only the US, Russia, and China have demonstrated such technology. Israel is also working in this direction. We are the fourth or fifth country to have demonstrated this capability.' This means India has now joined the elite club of nations that possess advanced Directed-Energy Weapon (DEW) systems. The trial was carried at the National Open Air Range, Kurnool in Andhra Pradesh. The system was developed by DRDO's Centre for High Energy Systems and Sciences (CHESS), Hyderabad along with other labs, academic institutions and Indian industries.
India.com
11-07-2025
- Politics
- India.com
After drones and missiles, it is time for 'laser warfare': New tension between China and Germany shocks the world
After drones and missiles, it is time for 'laser warfare': New tension between China and Germany shocks the world After the Russia-Ukraine and Iran-Israel conflicts, tensions between China and Germany are growing. The reason for this tension is laser which was allegedly used on a German plane. Berlin is furious after the incident that took place a while ago in the Red Sea. However, China is denying all allegations of using laser on the German aircraft. The incident come to light when a civilian plan with German personnel onboard, found out that it was targeted by a laser. What Exactly Happened? As soon as the pilot came under the range of the laser, the pilot of the aircraft immediately decided to return to the European base in Djibouti. The German Defence Minister conducted a thorough investigation where this laser beam was fired from. The probe revealed that the source of the laser beam was a Chinese warship which was present in the Arabian Sea near Guld of Aden. The German government has expressed its displeasure by calling this incident a serious security threat. The German government has expressed its displeasure by terming the incident a serious security threat. Is It The First Time China has been Accused Of Using Laser Weapons? It is to be noted that it is not the first time that China has been accused of using lasers against foreign aircraft. However, Beijing has denied all the allegations. However, this incident has once again raised a debate on the intensifying laser weapons race. Notably, Armies and defence laboratories across the world are engaged in developing a new class of powerful laser beams that have the ability to disable targets in the air. Is Laser Technology A Future of Combat? Laser technology can be used to take down drones and missiles, and powerful beams can even blind fighter pilots or damage aircraft. From the Russia-Ukraine conflict to the 12-day Israel-Iran war and Operation Sindoor between India and Pakistan, drones have been widely deployed — but lasers have also started playing a key role in anti-drone defence systems. India Showed The Power Of Laser In Operation Sindoor During Operation Sindoor, Indian armed forces used the 'Made in India' D-4 anti-drone system, which can shoot down drones at a distance of about one km with a beam of 2-kilowatt capacity. The Indian Armed Forces has successfully tested a 30 kilowatt capacity anti-drone gun. India has also recently successfully tested a 30 kilowatt capacity anti-drone gun. DRDO's Centre for High Energy Systems and Sciences has developed a laser-directed weapon system that is capable of eliminating large swarms of drones from long range. This advancement places India among a handful of nations equipped with high-energy laser weapon technology. Who Has How Much Laser Power? America has officially deployed Helios (High Energy Laser and Optical Dazzler and Surveillance) on its warship USS Preble. Its power is 70 kilowatts. Russia's PERESVET laser weapon system has a capacity of about 100 kilowatts. It is used to disable enemy surveillance equipment at long distances. On the other hand, Britain is developing the Dragon Fire Laser Directed Energy Weapon (LDEW). It will be capable of targeting a one pound coin from a distance of one km.
