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

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 warships.
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,
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, the High-Energy Laser with Integrated Optical Dazzler and Surveillance, and it represents a bold step into the future of military technology.
USS Preble successfully tests laser weapon against drones
JACKSONVILLE, Ill. (Tribune News Service) — A new photo from the United States military shows the successful use of a laser weapon made to destroy drones. The U.S. Center for Countermeasures’ released the photo of the USS Preble using the laser weapon, referred to as “HELIOS” in its annual report.
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.
US Navy Successfully Tests HELIOS Laser Weapon Aboard USS Preble: Report
A report from the Office of the Director, Operational Test and Evaluation included an undated photo showing a streak of white light beaming out from the USS Preble destroyer in the middle of the ocean.
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,
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.
The “HELIOS” Test Proves America Is Serious About Laser Weapons
Combining a high-energy laser with an optical dazzler, HELIOS can both destroy and disable threats, as well as disrupt enemy sensors.
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.
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The U.S. Navy is Going All In on Lasers
Late last year, the U.S. Navy's Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Preble (DDG-88) conducted a test of its ...
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 ...
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US zaps drone using powerful laser weapon with 5-mile range in secret tests
The United States Navy has reportedly tested its HELIOS laser weapon on an aerial target at a unknown location sometime in ...