ID | 131727 |
Title Proper | Setting pulses racing |
Other Title Information | high energy weapons get ready for sea |
Language | ENG |
Author | Scott, Richard |
Publication | 2014. |
Summary / Abstract (Note) | The US navy is on the brink of putting a high energy laser weapon into operation for the first time, and has recently announced plans to take an electromagnetic railgun prototype to sea. Richard Scott reviews progress on this new generation of pulse weapons. |
`In' analytical Note | Jane's International Defence Review Vol.47, No.6; June 2014: p.50-55 |
Journal Source | Jane's International Defence Review Vol.47, No.6; June 2014: p.50-55 |
Key Words | Modern Weapons ; Laser Technology ; Pulse Weapons ; Electromagnetic Prototype ; Railgun Prototype ; Electromagnetic Railgun ; Laser Weapons ; High Energy Laser Weapon - LELW ; Naval Operations ; Maritime Security ; Energy Weapons ; United States - US ; US Navy - USNs ; Modern Artillery |