lasers are now an effective means to taking out drones (news)

[Admin]

I remember as a child I was fascinated with the concept of lasers used in combat. But in reality-land it never happened. Until now.

Lasers are now an effective means to taking out drones:
http://slashdot.org/topic/datacenter/army-laser-passes-drone-killing-test/

That said, they estimate another 9 years before full deployment, although I wouldn't be surprised if that's sped up given some future immediate need . . .

[hobbes]

That might not work so well if the drones have a mirror finish

[Admin]

A ceramic coating would protect it, too . . .

[jwatte]

A ceramic coating would protect it, too . . .

So, by logical extension, anyone taking a pottery class is now a suspect terrorist, making laser-resistant equipment carriers?
Soon, you're going to need a license to buy a kiln!

[hobbes]

If we follow the slippery slope logic anyone owning a mirror would also qualify