In Beijing’s grand military parade, which celebrates the 80th anniversary of Japan in World War II, China introduced the high-powered laser weapon system LY-1, one of the latest and impressive military capabilities of the world.
The weapon was first displayed on the eight -wheeled mobile platform and was first displayed, which means important progress in China’s oriented energy weapon program. Despite the release, key details, such as the exact output or operation stage, are not officially disclosed.
According to analysts and Chinese state media, LY-1 is mainly designed for air defense of warships and provides low-cost defense layers against modern threats such as drones and anti-ship missiles. The large circular opening and solid structure are similar to the system under development by the Western Navy, and suggests that it is a high -powered weapon that can cause physical damage to targets, rather than simply blinding the sensor. The fact that the similar prototype was witnessed in the landing ship in 2021 supports the intention of maritime use.
However, the display version of the on display shows a strong intention to use dual use for land air defense. Experts point out that ground versions can intercept drones, cruise missiles and other air threats and complement existing defenses.
The LY-1 release shows a strategic resolution in which China places these future technologies in various combat areas and responds to competitors such as the United States, along with other oriented energy weapons such as Microma Canon “Hurricane 3000” at the same event.
source: The War Zone | Photo: x @polymarketintel | This content was written with the help of AI and was reviewed by the editorial team.
Touted as the “world’s most powerful,” China’s LY-1 ship-based laser air defense system was displayed on an eight-wheeled truck, with no specs released. pic.twitter.com/WalkQffaA9
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