DIRECTED-ENERGY DEVICE


Meaning of DIRECTED-ENERGY DEVICE in English

A system using directed energy primarily for a purpose other than as a weapon. Directed-energy devices may produce effects that could allow the device to be used as a weapon against certain threats; for example, laser rangefinders and designators used against sensors that are sensitive to light. See also directed energy; directed-energy weapon.

DOD English dictionary of military terms.      Английский словарь военных терминов DOD.