Thor directed-energy weapon

The Thor is a directed-energy weapon station designed for route-clearance units to eliminate improvised explosive devices (IEDs) and unexploded ordnance. >P> It is a modular add-on system that can be mounted on armored personnel carriers, combat engineer vehicles and other vehicles used by explosive ordnance disposal teams. It enables on-the-move destruction of explosive hazards.

The system combines a high-energy laser and automatic machine gun (12.7 mm or similar) on a stabilized...