The Israel It has been relying on the modern air defense system for years IRON DOME. Lately, however, his gradual replacement has been examined by the new laser system Iron beamwith the aim of even more effectively dealing with aerial threats.
In the heart of Israeli defensive shield there are three sophisticated parts: “David’s sling” (also known as “magic wand”), specializing in the interception Arrow for large rockets; and, of course, the Iron dome (IRON DOME), which offers protection against small range rockets and artillery shells. Since 2011, the IRON DOME regarded as ‘Israel’s Life Insurance’.
The technology behind the Iron Dome
Every array of IRON DOME Includes radar unit and control center, which detect the launched ammunition within seconds and calculate their course and purpose. Then, three to four launchers per array are activated, with 20 remote -controlled rockets each. The interception is achieved not through a conflict but by the Explosive launching nearby From the target – which may result in fragments damage.
Currently operate ten mobile arrays IRON DOME in Israel. The company Rafael Advanced Defense Systemsresponsible for the development of the system, estimates that each array can protect a medium -sized city and dispel threats from up to 70 kilometers. Complete coverage of the country requires about 13 arrays.
Cost, efficiency and the new era of Laser
The cost of each interceptic rocket IRON DOME reaches $ 40,000 to $ 50,000according to Center for Strategic and International Studies. High maintenance and use costs led the Israeli army to accelerate its growth Iron beama laser system that can neutralize small rockets, drones and bullets at a clearly lower operating cost.
Its development Iron beam He was initially on the timetable for October 2025, but according to recent Israeli army announcements, The first laser defense system has already been put into operation. OR Rafael points out that the IRON DOME maintains high success rate (90%) and has overthrown more than 5,000 rockets. At the same time the new Iron beam It requires little money per use – cost estimates amount from a few dollars to about $ 2,000 for each laser gap, which offers competitive advantage and unlimited ammunition.
Curated by: George Passas
Source :Skai
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