The IDF has successfully integrated the Iron Beam laser system into the Iron Dome air defense network, allowing interception of drones and rockets at the speed of light, according to a report. The integration follows earlier tests of the upgraded system completed earlier this week.
The Israel Defense Forces have reportedly integrated the Iron Beam laser system into the Iron Dome air defense network, marking a significant operational milestone. The laser system, developed by Rafael Advanced Defense Systems, is designed to intercept short-range threats such as drones and rockets at the speed of light, complementing the kinetic interceptors of the Iron Dome. As The Zioneer reported on July 1, Israel completed successful tests of the upgraded Iron Dome with Iron Beam integration earlier this week. The integration is expected to enhance Israel's multi-layered air defense capabilities, though operational details and deployment timelines have not been disclosed.
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