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Would not the laser burning off the ablative armour disturb the trajectory ?
by C1sc0cat 8y ago
Would not the laser burning off the ablative armour disturb the trajectory ?
- jacobush 8y agoYep, but that could be countered by putting the missile in a spin (like a rifled bullet) or by active course correction.
- wompawomp 8y agoWell, consider that a trajectory deviation for nuclear strikes is less meaningful inside of a 30 mile radius (might be helpful to a neighboring county). Also, the EMP would likely harm the laser. Meanwhile, laser batteries are probably only going to be protecting ships and their current port. So, better hope it's fleet week. The article mentions enticipated aircraft mounts. I wouldn't expect airborne lasers to scramble in time for most nuclear attacks. They'll only be used in the sense of dog fighting and suring offensive operations.