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Germany to Deploy Naval Laser Weapons by 2029
Germany plans to equip its navy with laser weapons by 2029, capable of destroying drones and supersonic missiles at $1 per shot. The 100kW system has undergone extensive trials, though technical and production challenges remain. This marks a significant step in directed-energy weapon deployment for naval defense.
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While the cost-per-shot is low, the headline glosses over the engineering hurdles still needed to field a reliable system on moving ships.
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Germany confirms drone-destroying laser weapon for German Navy by 2029 — 100Kw version will zap 1000+ mph supersonic missiles for $1 a shot →
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