Threats will be defeated at the speed of light: Raytheon to create defense microwave systems for the US military

December 20, 2023Дар'я Балагурчик1 min read

Raytheon’s RTX business unit will design, manufacture and test two powerful microwave antenna systems that will use directed energy to defeat airborne threats at the speed of light. The systems are designed to be rugged and transportable for use on the front lines.

Threats will be defeated at the speed of light: Raytheon to create defense microwave systems for the US military

As part of a three-year contract worth $31.3 million, Raytheon will provide prototype systems to the U.S. Navy and Air Force. This will take place as part of the Directed Energy Front-line Electromagnetic Neutralization and Defeat (DEFEND) program.

“Non-kinetic defense systems are a key part of America’s national defense strategy,” said Colin Whelan, president of Raytheon’s Advanced Technology Division.

“The new versions of Raytheon’s powerful microwave systems are cost-effective and reliable solutions that operate at the speed of light, enabling our fighters to defend against faster and more agile threats.”

Raytheon’s microwave antenna system prototypes are expected to be delivered to the U.S. Navy and Air Force in fiscal years 2024 and 2026.

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