Why aircraft carriers are the best (and worst) place for laser weapons
High-energy laser weapons are a natural fit for large, power-rich aircraft carriers — with limits.
Last updated: 2026-04-29 21:44:18 ET
High-energy laser weapons are a natural fit for large, power-rich aircraft carriers — with limits.
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