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Army Looks To Initiate E-HEL Competition Soon To Build Up To 20 C-UAS Laser Weapons

Army Looks To Initiate E-HEL Competition Soon To Build Up To 20 C-UAS Laser Weapons
LOCUST laser weapon system for countering Group 1, 2 and 3 drones. Photo: AeroVironment

The Army may initiate a competition soon to build up to 20 high-energy laser weapons capable of defeating Groups 1 to 3-sized drones, detailing an interest in more proven technologies. A new Request for Information notice provides more insight into the Enduring-High Energy Laser (E-HEL) program, to include the Army Rapid Capabilities and Critical Technologies Office’s (RCCTO) intent to hold demonstration opportunities in December and January.  “Interested sources responding to this RFI must have demonstrated expertise in the production of…

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