Pentagon Eyes Microwave Weapons to Tackle Drone Threat

Concerns among Pentagon planners regarding the escalating threat posed by drones have led to exploration of various countermeasures, ranging from mesh nets, missiles, and cannons to lasers.

However, a previously highly-classified technology is now gaining increased attention and funding.

High-power microwave devices, capable of disrupting or potentially frying the electronics of aerial threats such as drones and missiles, are emerging as a prominent focus in defense strategies following years of development.

Theoretically, microwave systems offer the advantage of continuous operation as long as they have power, making them potentially effective against drone swarms, the Wall Street Journal reported.

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