Self-Protect High-Energy Laser Demonstrator

Self-Protect High-Energy Laser Demonstrator or SHiELD[1][2][3] is a high energy weapons development programme.[4] The objective of this programme is to demonstrate the ability of a laser system mounted on aircraft. The program will develop and integrate a moderate power laser in a fighter-compatible pod.[5] It was reported that United States Air Force is considering to get defensive laser weapon for fifth and sixth generation fighter jets by 2021.[6]

References

  1. ↑ https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/usaf-considers-defensive-lasers-for-future-fighters-421535/
  2. ↑ http://www.janes.com/article/63185/northrop-grumman-to-develop-laser-pod-to-protect-usaf-fighters
  3. ↑ http://www.realcleardefense.com/2016/11/18/the_air_force039s_self-protect_high-energy_laser_demonstrator_287746.html
  4. ↑ "Air Force Moves Aggressively On Lasers « Breaking Defense - Defense industry news, analysis and commentary". Breakingdefense.com. 2015-08-07. Retrieved 2016-02-17.
  5. ↑ "Air Force Research Lab Tries to Stay Ahead of Rivals". Nationaldefensemagazine.org. 2011-03-17. Retrieved 2016-02-17.
  6. ↑ "USAF Become Agents of SHiELD | Pentagon: Multi-Billion Investment Tomahawks SM-6 | UK MoD Buying Zephyr Solar Planes". Defenseindustrydaily.com. 2016-02-05. Retrieved 2016-02-17.


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