- AeroVironment announced LOCUST X3, a third-generation high-energy laser weapon system designed to counter Group 1-3 unmanned aircraft systems and unmanned surface vehicles.
- The system includes a scalable 20-35+ kilowatt laser and a modular beam director.
- It uses AI-enabled detection, tracking, and engagement automation powered by AV_Halo PINPOINT.
- The company said the system’s engagements can cost below USD 5 per shot and are not limited by reloads in the same way as traditional systems.
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