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Army Abandons Laser Weapon Program
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The U.S. Army abandons its DE M-SHORAD laser system after four prototypes failed field tests due to heat dissipation issues in February 2024. Officials cite maintainability challenges, noting that dirt on optics can damage lenses, requiring specialized clean rooms unavailable in combat zones.
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