The radio wave weapon that takes down drones: Meet the RF DEW



Adam explains the UK’s groundbreaking new technology – A radio frequency directed energy weapon. Developed through collaboration between Defence Equipment & Support and the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory, it can engage multiple targets simultaneously and costs an estimated 10p per shot.

The weapon creates an intense beam of radio frequency energy which directly damages or disrupts electronic components of small airborne threats, such as drones.

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