Meet HELIOS U.S. Navy’s New High-Powered Laser Weapon

Image captures US Navy testing its new laser weapon: What to know about HELIOS
The undated image shows the U.S. Navy testing a weapon system known as HELIOS from the USS Preble destroyer in the middle of the ocean.
The US Navy Just Tested a Laser Weapon That Could Change Warfare Forever
In the vast expanse of the ocean, a streak of white light pierces the sky. It’s not a natural phenomenon, but a weapon — a high-energy laser fired from the deck of a U.S. Navy destroyer. This is HELIOS,
What is US Navy's HELIOS laser weapon that destroys drones in seconds?
The US Navy’s HELIOS laser weapon, a cutting-edge directed energy system, has demonstrated its potential in recent tests, taking down aerial threats with precision. Installed on USS Preble, HELIOS represents a major shift in naval defence,
U.S. Navy intercepted test drone with HELIOS directed-energy weapon
The U.S. Navy has developed a directed-energy weapon that can intercept unmanned drones and possibly cruise missiles while enhancing naval operations in combat areas.
U.S. Navy HELIOS laser test underscores greater advancements in Directed Energy Weapons
The U.S. Navy’s High Energy Laser and Integrated Optical Dazzler and Surveillance (HELIOS) system faced its first airborne target during a test in 2024, a first-time for the HELIOS program that will help the U.S. Navy inform other programs under the Directed Energy and Electric Weapon System effort.
NDTV Explainer: The US Navy's HELIOS Laser Weapon Test
HELIOS is a high-powered laser weapon designed to neutralise threats like drones, fast attack boats, and even missiles.
US Navy hits drone with HELIOS laser in successful test
The destroyer Preble successfully test-fired its HELIOS system on a drone target, according to a recently released report.
US Navy successfully tests HELIOS laser weapon: Here's all about it
US Navy's HELIOS weapon can generate more than 60 kilowatts of directed energy, with potential upgrades to 120 kilowatts. Despite the test's success, the Navy has encountered significant challenges in developing laser weapons,
Incredible Pic Of US Navy's High-Powered Laser Weapon 'HELIOS' Surfaces Online
An incredible photo showing the US Navy firing off a drone-destroying laser weapon - called HELIOS - from one of its warships is going viral on social media.
Picture of US Navy's laser weapon 'Helios' surfaces. Here's all about it
The US Navy successfully tested the Helios laser weapon against a drone from the USS Preble. Developed by Lockheed Martin, Helios uses a 60 kW high-energy laser to neutralize unmanned aerial vehicles,
Meet HELIOS the U.S. Navy’s New High-Powered Laser Weapon
The future of war is upon us. However, while many are worried about the implications of AI and drones changing the landscape of conflicts the world over, the U.S. Navy is now testing its newest piece of high-tech weaponry: a laser.
US Navy fires its high-powered laser weapon that could obliterate warships and drones, incredible photo shows
A jaw-dropping new photo shows the US Navy firing off a drone-destroying laser weapon — dubbed “Helios” — from one of its ...
US Navy fires HELIOS laser weapon in stunning test, A major leap forward in naval defense technology after UK’s DragonFire breakthrough
The U.S. Navy has successfully tested its cutting-edge laser weapon system, HELIOS (High Energy Laser with Integrated Optical ...