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🔫 Avenger Drone Concept Pairs High-Energy Laser for Counter-Air Missions
A new Avenger drone variant concept integrates a high-energy laser payload for counter-air and missile defense missions, combining directed energy with traditional munitions for flexible engagement.
Dallas Hartley
October 24, 2025
📬 In Today’s Defense Brief
💥 Army Uses AI Tool “CORA” to Slash Dozens of Acquisition Requirements — Read More
⚔️ France Unveils “Thundart” Deep-Strike Missile to Counter Russian Long-Range Threats — Read More
🎯 Barrett Introduces 30mm Precision Grenadier System for Extended Infantry Support — Read More
🔫 Avenger Drone Concept Pairs High-Energy Laser for Counter-Air Missions — Read More
🧠 Hanwha’s Next-Gen IFV Adds Counter-Drone Capability for Future Battlefields — Read More
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📰 Full Breakdown
💥 Army Uses AI Tool “CORA” to Slash Dozens of Acquisition Requirements — Read More
The Army introduced an AI-driven tool named CORA to streamline acquisition by analyzing and consolidating redundant requirements, saving months of manual review.
CORA uses natural language models to detect conflicting guidance and overlapping policies, accelerating how new systems are approved and fielded.
Officials say the system replaces the slower AROC process, marking a major step toward automating requirements management across modernization programs.
⚔️ France Unveils “Thundart” Deep-Strike Missile to Counter Russian Long-Range Threats — Read More
France debuted Thundart, a low-observable, long-range cruise missile developed to strengthen deterrence and provide independent strike capacity within NATO’s Deep Strike Coalition.
The missile features advanced guidance, a compact warhead, and deep-penetration capability to challenge Russian long-range systems while keeping French forces outside dense air-defense zones.
French officials say Thundart reinforces strategic autonomy and will integrate into next-generation targeting networks shared across European partners.
🎯 Barrett Introduces 30mm Precision Grenadier System for Extended Infantry Support — Read More
Barrett Firearms unveiled its new 30mm Precision Grenadier System, designed to bridge the gap between grenade launchers and automatic cannons with pinpoint, long-range precision.
The semi-automatic system enables infantry to engage light vehicles, fortifications, and drones with programmable airburst and direct-impact munitions up to 2,000 meters.
The design incorporates Barrett’s lightweight materials and digital fire-control integration, giving dismounted troops precision strike capability typically reserved for vehicle-mounted systems.
🔫 Avenger Drone Concept Pairs High-Energy Laser for Counter-Air Missions — Read More
A new Avenger drone variant concept integrates a high-energy laser payload for counter-air and missile defense missions, combining directed energy with traditional munitions for flexible engagement.
The concept—developed with U.S. Air Force input—demonstrates how future UCAVs could neutralize incoming missiles and drones at tactical distances without expending ammunition.
Developers aim to create a scalable airborne laser system deployable on unmanned platforms, reducing cost-per-kill and enhancing survivability in heavily contested airspace.
🧠 Hanwha’s Next-Gen IFV Adds Counter-Drone Capability for Future Battlefields — Read More
Hanwha’s latest infantry fighting vehicle integrates counter-UAS systems with electro-optical sensors and directed-energy interceptors to protect against small drones.
The system autonomously detects and engages low-altitude aerial threats, turning armored vehicles into mobile air-defense nodes.
The IFV’s modular design allows for integration with different weapon systems, reflecting growing global demand for multi-mission land platforms.
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