Ukraine’s New Laser Tool Makes Strike Drones Easier to See in Total Darkness

Ukrainian forces have turned to lasers to spot and track drones in complete darkness, aiming to improve nighttime targeting while reducing the cost of countering low-cost aerial threats.

Local firm SpaceRay has unveiled its handheld SpaceRay SA tracking and targeting solution, which fuses a thermal imaging sensor, a laser designator, and a 7-inch (17.8-centimeter) monitor into a single targeting capability.

The company described the platform as a response to persistent threats such as the Iranian Shahed, Russian-made Geran strike drones, and the Gerbera reconnaissance platform, with the system reportedly capable of “highlighting” targets in the air.

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