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Navy/USMC

New ONR Program Aims To Develop Solid-State Laser Weapons For Ships

Wednesday, May 9th, 2012

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The Office of Naval Research (ONR) wants to develop a solid-state laser weapon prototype that will demonstrate multi-mission capabilities aboard a Navy ship to help sailors defeat small boat threats and aerial weapons without using bullets, according to an ONR statement. ONR will host an industry day May 16 to provide the research and development community with information about the program and a Broad Agency Announcement will be released thereafter to solicit proposals and bids, according to a statement. “We…

Space

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Congress

Graham Says GOP To Move Ahead On Second Reconciliation Bill, With Defense Funds As Priority

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Pentagon

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Congress

Counter-Drone Flyaway Kit Used In U.S. In Early Hours Of Iran Strikes, NORTHCOM Head Says

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