DRDO tests missile and drone-disabling laser weapon

• The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) announced the successful trial of the Mk-II(A) DEW system.

• The system was designed to disabling missiles, drones, and smaller projectiles.

• The system engaged fixed wing drones at long range, thwarting multiple drone attacks, and destroying enemy surveillance sensors and antennae.

• The system demonstrated lightning speed of engagement, precision, and lethality, making it the most potent counter drone system.

• The cost of firing it for a few seconds is equivalent to a couple of litres of petrol, making it a low-cost alternative to defeat the target.

• The system can engage targets at the speed of light and use an intense laser beam to cut through the target, leading to structural failure or more impactful results.