U.S. Navy Ramps Up Hypersonic Missiles and Laser Defense Tests.
Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Michael Gilday says the service has used lasers to intercept ballistic missiles and doubled its investment in hypersonic weapons to support future mission requirements.
I would like tentatively to share the insights and analysis dated May 22, 2022, by Mr. Kris Osborn, the defense editor for the National Interest.
Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Michael Gilday says the service has used lasers to intercept ballistic missiles and doubled its investment in hypersonic weapons to support future mission requirements. Recent tests included the Navy launching hypersonic weapons from its stealthy Zumwalt-class destroyers and incinerating incoming ballistic missiles by firing deck-mounted laser systems miles up into the atmosphere.
