UK industry partners look to miniaturize DragonFire laser weapon for Type 45 destroyer debut

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UK industry partners look to miniaturize DragonFire laser weapon for Type 45 destroyer debut

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UK industry partners plan to miniaturize the DragonFire laser weapon for debut on the Type 45 destroyer by 2027. This development aims to make the UK the first European NATO nation to operationally deploy advanced laser directed energy technology.

Based on a 2027 target, the UK is set to become the first European NATO nation to operationally deploy novel, laser directed energy technology.

World Security Conflict AI & Tech Energy UK DragonFire laser Type 45 destroyer NATO laser weapon directed energy military technology

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