According to defense technology reports, Lockheed Martin has unveiled the MORFIUS X-Rotor, a reusable high-power microwave interceptor designed to neutralize 50+ enemy drones per mission. The system is presented as a strategic counter to Iranian drone capabilities, with implications for Israeli defense technology.
The MORFIUS X-Rotor is a reusable, high-power microwave interceptor designed to counter large drone swarms, according to a defense technology analysis. The system reportedly can neutralize 50 or more enemy drones in a single mission. The announcement frames the weapon as a response to the growing threat of Iranian drone capabilities, and highlights Israeli involvement in directed-energy technology. The development adds to a series of recent directed-energy weapon announcements, including Lockheed Martin's laser systems for the US Golden Dome and China's microwave weapon.
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- DevelopingIsraeli defense startup raises $36 million to build anti-drone swarm system
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