Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) has delivered a miniaturized high-energy laser source to the U.S. government. The laser is ruggedized for field use and miniaturizing it allows for rapid placement in tactical situations.
The 10kW class high-energy laser, known as Phantom, is about 12 cubic feet (nearly the size of a mini fridge).
Weighing less than 200 pounds, it enables lift, carry and installation by as few as two personnel.
The Phantom customer will integrate it with other subsystems for testing and delivery to military customers.
Expert:
Robert Fleming, vice president and general manager, strategic space systems, Northrop Grumman: "By miniaturizing this advanced capability, we are expanding the reach of our technology and continuing to lead the way in high-energy lasers. Northrop Grumman is using its expertise in directed energy to deliver an extremely compact, lightweight and efficient laser for the warfighter."
Details on Phantom:
Northrop Grumman develops high-energy laser solutions for warfighters to defend our nation at sea, on land and in the air. For more than 50 years our technology continues to protect U.S. forces from a range of threats such as unmanned aerial systems, rockets, artillery and mortars, fast attack boats and missiles.
For more information about Northrop Grumman's directed energy solutions, visit Directed Energy - Northrop Grumman.
Artificial Intelligence Analysis
Defense Industry Analyst:
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Analyst Summary
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Northrop Grumman Corporation recently delivered a miniaturized high energy laser source to the US government for field use. The laser, known as Phantom, is about 12 cubic feet and weighs less than 200 pounds, allowing for lift, carry, and installation by two personnel. This advanced capability increases the reach of Northrop Grumman’s technology and provides a compact, lightweight, and efficient solution for the warfighter. Northrop Grumman has been developing high energy laser solutions for over 50 years, protecting U.S. forces from a range of threats such as unmanned aerial systems, rockets, artillery and mortars, fast attack boats, and missiles. This development aligns with the trends of the space and defense industry over the past 25 years of increasing miniaturization and technological efficiency.
Investigative
Question:
- 1. What other applications could this high energy laser technology have in the defense industry?
- 2. How will the US government use the Phantom laser?
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What other companies are developing similar technologies?4. What are the potential implications of this technology for military strategy?
5. What other types of high-energy laser solutions is Northrop Grumman developing?
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