AV's LOCUST® Laser Weapon System Debuts: Autonomous Detection at 11 km, Hands-Free Defense Now Reality
AV (Anduril Vision) has demonstrated its LOCUST® (Low-Cost UAV Swarming Technology) laser weapon system before U.S. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll and aboard the USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). The platform-agnostic system autonomously detects targets at up to 7 miles (approximately 11 km) and engages them within 2–3 miles (approximately 3–5 km), delivering hands-free layered defense integration that significantly reduces operator burden.
Highlights
- AV's LOCUST® laser weapon system autonomously detects targets at up to 7 miles (approx. 11 km) and engages them within 2–3 miles (approx. 3–5 km).
- The system was demonstrated before U.S. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll and tested aboard the USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), validating land and maritime deployment.
- LOCUST® operates in a hands-free autonomous mode, significantly reducing operator burden and enabling higher-level decision-making for frontline personnel.
- The system is platform-agnostic and scalable, designed for seamless integration into existing layered military defense architectures.
- AV executive John Garrity confirmed in a CBS 60 Minutes interview that LOCUST® is combat-ready for immediate deployment in national security missions.
AV's LOCUST® Laser Weapon System: Platform-Agnostic, Scalable, and Built to Protect Critical Infrastructure
U.S. defense technology company AV (Anduril Vision) has recently shared details — via social media and a segment on CBS's 60 Minutes — about its LOCUST® (Low-Cost UAV Swarming Technology) laser weapon system, following a series of high-profile demonstrations that highlight its potential as a next-generation national security asset.
Core Capability: Removing the Burden from the Operator
In his 60 Minutes interview, AV executive John Garrity emphasized that the laser weapon system's greatest advantage is its ability to shift the operational burden away from personnel, freeing frontline soldiers to focus on higher-level decision-making rather than expending effort on complex manual tasks.
Key Demonstrations: Aircraft Carrier Deck and Army Secretary Visit
LOCUST® has recently completed two significant demonstrations:
- Army Secretary Visit: U.S. Secretary of the Army Dan Driscoll attended an in-person demonstration of the system's operational capabilities.
- Carrier-Based Testing: The system was tested aboard the USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), validating its maritime deployment capability.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Autonomous Detection Range | 7 miles (approx. 11 km) |
| Engagement Range | 2–3 miles (approx. 3–5 km) |
| Platform Compatibility | Platform-Agnostic |
| Scalability | Scalable |
| Operating Mode | Hands-Free Autonomous |
Layered Defense Integration
At the heart of the LOCUST® system's design is layered defense integration — the ability to seamlessly slot into existing military defense architectures to protect critical infrastructure. From autonomous detection through to final engagement, the system dramatically reduces the need for human intervention, boosting overall operational efficiency.
AV states that LOCUST® is already combat-ready and available for deployment in next-generation national security missions.
Sources: AV official social media statements and CBS 60 Minutes interview
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