New Laser Weapon for Crowd Control

The Air Force has just released a new laser technology, human carrying, non lethal weapon to protect troops and be used for crowd control.

11/2/2005 - KIRTLAND AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. (AFPN) -- A laser technology weapon will be the first man-portable, non-lethal deterrent weapon intended for protecting troops and controlling hostile crowds.

The weapon, developed by the Air Force Research Laboratory's Directed Energy Directorate, employs a two-wavelength laser system and is a hand-held, single-operator system for troop and perimeter defense. The laser light used in the weapon temporarily impairs aggressors by illuminating or "dazzling" individuals, removing their ability to see the laser source.

This weapon really looks cool, but bulky. I'm sure the next gen will be smaller.

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