The U.S. is building its laser dome—one contract at a time

The U.S. is taking incremental steps to develop a formidable laser defense system to counter the increasing threat from low-cost, weaponized drones. With a recent request for information on high-energy laser technology, the U.S. Coast Guard’s Research and Development Center is signaling its interest in advancing this futuristic defense. This move underscores the growing urgency to protect critical infrastructure and assets from evolving aerial threats. The development of this "laser dome" represents a significant step in modernizing military defense capabilities.