🔴 BREAKING: The U.S. Army now has a weapon that can instantly fry entire drone swarms.
— Defence Index (@Defence_Index) July 14, 2025
It's not a laser.
It's not a missile.
It’s Leonidas — a microwave cannon that sends out a pulse and melts electronics mid-air ⚡
No ammo. No reload. Just pure energy.
One blast = 50+ drones… pic.twitter.com/8vDtRVjjMa
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Just ONE tool to deal with the evolving drone threat. Can’t just rely on this though because some clever opponent WILL come up with a way to counter this..or destroy it.
Bet the military has a version thst can ‘cook’ people, especially in large crowds?
Yep. .mil has had that tech for years. The DEW can be pointed at rioters, or parents protesting outside of a school board. The energy heats the moisture underneath the skin and the crowds disperse to avoid the pain. I watched this demonstrated on The Military Channel on cable over 12 years ago.
This tech was originally developed for crowd control. I recall reading about it a good 20 years ago.
Pretty good it’s starting fires, and burning down cities
Critical Analysis:
The post aligns with real-world developments in directed-energy weapons, particularly Epirus’ Leonidas system, which is part of the U.S. military’s push to counter the growing threat of drone swarms, as seen in conflicts like Ukraine. However, the language used by Defence Index on X amplifies the system’s capabilities for effect, presenting it as a near-futuristic solution without acknowledging limitations like range (reportedly a few kilometers), environmental factors, or the need for further testing. Additionally, X posts are not primary sources and often prioritize attention-grabbing narratives over precision. The claim’s core is grounded, but the hype risks overstating the system’s readiness and impact.
The post is not “bullshit” in the sense that the Leonidas system exists and has demonstrated counter-drone capabilities. However, it’s misleading in its exaggerated portrayal of the system as a fully realized, swarm-vaporizing superweapon. The technology is promising but still in development, with practical limitations yet to be fully addressed. Always cross-check such claims with primary sources or reputable defense publications for a clearer picture.
Sources for your statements.
“…with practical limitations yet to be fully addressed”.
Indeed. I wonder how portable the power source is.
Maybe you should watch the video.
I did. The video is just an artist’s rendition of the concept. If the rendition is accurate, no worries. In the meantime, I stand by my statement.
Can you say “faraday cage”?
A “faraday cage” would also block radio communications with the drone, so that’s really only feasible for drones dragging a fiberoptic cable… which can potentially be tracked back to the operator. (conceivably, laser communications might be possible, but I know of no such system in use, and it would severely add to battery drain, unlike fiber which drastically reduces battery drain)
Drones, Like Aircraft Carriers, are weapons’ limited in time and technology. Both are approaching obsolescence.
Don’t forget the main battle tank……
Lame. I think we can do better than 1950s tech straight out of Flash Gordon. LOL
And how will this Not be used against commercial airlines? Fear of flying!