High Energy Laser Counter ASCM Project (HELCAP)
Abstract
HELCAP activities under this Program Element (PE) 0603925N include system level testing and verification of the Laser Weapon Testbed (LWT) in a simulated (land based) and maritime environment. Transition of technologies developed under PE 0603801N will be integrated into the LWT system. The Beam Control Testbed subsystem will be combined with a HEL source, power/thermal, and weapon control to demonstrate the LWT system level maturity. This leveraged knowledge and new HELCAP technical solutions to the Counter Anti-Ship Cruise Missile (C-ASCM) problem will enable a fully informed decision to rapidly field an integrated, fleet ready, HEL Weapon.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2025
- Source ID
- 5eeaa525a58b3516ece6c3cadfeffcbd