How Israel’s new laser can help stop cluster missiles
Iran fired roughly 650 ballistic missiles at Israel during the 2026 war, and more than half of them carried cluster‑bomb warheads.
Iran fired roughly 650 ballistic missiles at Israel during the 2026 war, and more than half of them carried cluster‑bomb warheads.
Unlike traditional military UAVs, FPV drones can weave through urban terrain, fly at treetop level, and strike with remarkable accuracy.
Unlike traditional systems that require a full crew to load, aim, and fire, Roem is operated by only two soldiers — a commander and a driver — thanks to its robotic loading mechanism and digital fire‑control suite.
Instead of jamming, which floods the airwaves with noise, the ARM‑V transmits low‑power, highly precise fake satellite signals that override the drone’s receiver.
Plasan’s Wilder is designed to bridge the gap between high-mobility buggies and traditional, heavier armored vehicles.
The company operates more than 2,000 industrial‑grade printers worldwide and holds over 1,500 patents.
The strategy is simple in concept but demanding in execution: allow Iranian missile crews to expose themselves, then strike immediately before a launch sequence can be completed.
The system requires a massive, stable power source condensed into a weight-sensitive airframe.
The importance of this solution cannot be overstated, as traditional “return-to-home” functions fail instantly when GPS is lost, leading to the loss of thousands of airframes.
Manufacturing tolerances are so precise that deviations are measured in fractions of a millimeter, reflecting the extreme requirements of fifth‑generation fighter design.
Crews typically consist of 35–50 sailors, including officers, engineers, sonar operators, navigators, and tactical specialists.
As of 2026, Israel is ranked among the top five nations globally for dedicated military intelligence satellites.
The Hermes 650 represents a generational leap in Israel’s unmanned capabilities.
IRIS provides a way to see around corners, inside buildings, and down tunnels without exposing troops to direct fire.
It can climb stairs, self‑right when flipped, and transmit encrypted video, thermal imagery, and audio back to operators in real time.
But is the Israeli solution ready for use now or is it still in development?
The newest upgrade involves extended range fuel tanks, developed by Israel Aerospace Industries, that can increase operational reach by hundreds of kilometers, reducing dependence on aerial refueling during long‑distance missions.
Unlike larger militaries that struggle to integrate new technologies into massive legacy structures, Israel adapts quickly.
The new upgrade, expands its engagement envelope, improves radar sensitivity, and enhances its ability to counter low‑flying, maneuverable threats.
During conflicts, ground networks are often the first systems to be damaged – endangering army communications and operations.
