Apollo laser takes down 200 drones unplugged
7 hours ago
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- #Drone Defense
- #Military Technology
- Electro Optic Systems (EOS) unveils Apollo High Energy Laser Weapon (HELW) with up to 150 kW power.
- Apollo can destroy 200 medium-sized drones using its internal power supply.
- Lasers are effective against drones due to speed, multi-target engagement, and low cost per shot.
- Apollo is designed for battlefield use, sold to an undisclosed NATO country.
- Capable of handling drones weighing from 20 lb to 1,320 lb (Group 1 to Group 3).
- Fits in a standard 20-ft shipping container, with a range of up to 1.86 miles (3 km) for destruction and 9 miles (15 km) for sensor disablement.
- 360° coverage, can engage 20 Group 1 drones per minute.
- Can be mounted on a vehicle platform and operates independently with internal power supply.
- EOS emphasizes Apollo's readiness for counter-drone defense, ITAR-free, and available for partner adoption.