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A naval version of the Iron Dome was deployed in 2017, to protect ships and sea-based assets. Israel’s interception systems cost between tens of thousands and millions of dollars to shoot down rockets. The country is currently developing a laser-based system to neutralise rockets and drones at an estimated cost of $2 per interception.
JERUSALEM — The outbreak of war following the Oct. 7 terrorist attacks has not derailed Rafael Advanced Defense Systems, a key player in Israel’s defense industry, and the company is on track to deliver its laser-powered Iron Beam system in 2025, according to a top executive.
Rafael expects Iron Beam laser to be active in 2025: Exec
originally posted by: EmmanuelGoldstein
Makes sense. An earlier version of this was probably used on 9/11 to melt the bases of the building and have them crumble.
Hmm. Israeli Space Lasers for the win.