The application of massive amounts of laser power for neutralizing threats has proven to be a promising advancement in weapons systems in Army and Navy projects over the years. The benefits of using lasers are too numerous to ignore compared to conventional ammunition.Because they apply coherent light, there are no effects of gravity on the rounds. They travel at the speed of light and without any sound. The output can be controlled, at lethal and non-lethal doses.
But the development of high-power laser systems presents a unique set of challenges, many of which are inherent to the use of high-powered lasers. Understanding how thermal effects, safety issues, and degradation of components affect the overall laser system's performance, both under development and once the system is commissioned, is critical to ensuring successful missions.
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