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The U.S. Navy is now testing Leonidas H2O, a high-power microwave (HPM) system developed by Epirus and engineered specifically for maritime operations. Designed for deployment on both warships and small boats, the system is compact, modular, and software-defined. In recent live trials, Leonidas H2O successfully disabled 40–90 HP outboard... show more

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🔴 BREAKING: The U.S. Army now has a weapon that can instantly fry entire drone swarms. It's not a laser. It's not a missile. It’s Leonidas — a microwave cannon that sends out a pulse and melts electronics mid-air ⚡ No ammo. No reload. Just pure energy. One blast = 50+ drones down. Built for the wars of the future. 🇺🇸 📡 Meet the weapon that makes air defense look like science fiction:

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🚨🇺🇸 BREAKING: U.S. defense company Epirus has successfully tested its Leonidas high-power microwave (HPM) system, taking down 49 drones with a single pulse. Just last month, it neutralized 61 drones from multiple unpredictable directions, showcasing next-level anti-swarm capabilities. Powered by gallium-nitride (GaN) semiconductors, Leonidas can dynamically adjust waveforms for maximum effect against all types of drone threats—leaving older systems far behind. The future of drone defense is here.

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‼️‼️🇺🇲 BIG | The USA for the first time shot down a fiber-optic drone The American company Epirus reported a significant breakthrough in the field of countering drones. Its microwave system "Leonidas" for the first time hit a drone with fiber-optic control - one of the most difficult targets for modern electronic warfare means. Previously, the complex had already hit a swarm of 49 drones, but the new test was particularly significant. In December 2025, at a closed test range of the US Army, the system was able to disable a fiber-optic UAV, depriving it of control and causing an uncontrolled fall. Fiber-optic drones, which are widely used today, including in the Ukrainian theater of operations, do not use radio control channels. The signal is transmitted via a thin fiber-optic cable, which makes such drones extremely difficult to detect and suppress. In a report by the US Army in 2024, such drones were called "one of the main threats to air defense systems and anti-drone warfare". The CEO of Epirus noted that the mass spread of fiber-optic UAVs has become a turning point in the evolution of unmanned warfare and has revealed a serious gap in anti-drone defense systems - a gap that "Leonidas" is designed to close. In 2025, Epirus received a contract for $43.5 million for the supply of two second-generation "Leonidas" systems. Its range of destruction is more than twice that of the first version; a 30% increase in power; there are built-in high-energy batteries; a reduction in dependence on external power supply. The system can be installed on: Stryker 8×8 armored vehicles, light tactical vehicles, other mobile platforms. See the latest updates with us: Visioner

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Energy efficient morphing drones inspired by birds. A new control system for avian-inspired drones developed at EPFL is taking adaptive flight to the next level. Designed with morphing wings and tails, these drones offer exceptional agility and energy efficiency, mimicking the dynamics of bird flight. The system leverages all available actuators to maintain stability—even in turbulent air or with partial system failures—making it incredibly resilient. Using in-flight optimization, the drones improve energy efficiency by up to 11.5% at speeds of 8, 10, and 12 m/s. This tech could reshape autonomous drone operations, from navigating diverse wind conditions to maximizing energy conservation.

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BREAKING: The IRGC Aerospace Force released footage showing the shootdown of a U.S. Air Force MQ-9A Reaper armed drone which had reportedly been involved in supporting yesterday’s U.S. Navy airstrikes against IRGC Navy targets in the Strait of Hormuz. According to Iranian sources, the drone had been operating from Al Dhafra Air Base in the UAE and was providing ISR and targeting support for U.S. naval operations in the region. The footage appears to show the drone being successfully intercepted and destroyed over or near Qeshm Island. The MQ-9A was most likely brought down by the IRGC’s Majid AD-08 short-range air defense system, an infrared-guided SHORAD platform specifically designed to engage drones, cruise missiles, and other low-flying aerial targets. #OperationEpicFury #OperationLionsRoar

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Babak Taghvaee - The Crisis Watch

11,526 views • 2 months ago

🇺🇸 COAST GUARD HELICOPTER SNIPER TAKES OUT NARCO-BOAT - 20,000 POUNDS OF COCAINE SEIZED In the Eastern Pacific, the U.S. Coast Guard demonstrated a lethal new edge in drug interdiction. As part of Operation Pacific Viper, a sniper from the Helicopter Interdiction Tactical Squadron (HITRON) disabled a go-fast vessel mid-chase, crippling its engines and allowing the Cutter Munro to seize more than 20,000 pounds of cocaine - the largest haul ever for a national security cutter in a single go-fast operation. The seizure represents over 7.5 million potentially lethal doses, a stark reminder of the scale of the U.S. drug crisis. Go-fast vessels, designed to outrun maritime patrols, are now no match for precision snipers paired with aerial and naval coordination. Operation Pacific Viper, launched in August, reflects the Trump administration’s aggressive strategy: Pairing military precision with law enforcement to choke supply chains from Latin American cartels. This move is strategic signaling. The Coast Guard is expanding its ability to disrupt trafficking networks far from U.S. shores, integrating helicopter snipers, cutters, and naval intelligence. With the U.S. declaring cartels like Sinaloa and Tren de Aragua as foreign terrorist organizations, operations now blur traditional law enforcement and military lines, turning interdiction into a high-stakes anti-narco campaign. Traffickers will adapt quickly - smaller vessels, stealthier routes, or drone-assisted transport. But for now, the combination of sniper precision, cutter firepower, and intelligence coordination sets a new standard. The Coast Guard is effectively saying: narco-boats have nowhere to hide, and Operation Pacific Viper is just warming up. The drug war is going kinetic, and the U.S. is showing it can hit hard - even in the middle of the Pacific. Source: Visegrád 24, Fox News

🇺🇸 COAST GUARD HELICOPTER SNIPER TAKES OUT NARCO-BOAT - 20,000 POUNDS OF COCAINE SEIZED In the Eastern Pacific, the U.S. Coast Guard demonstrated a lethal new edge in drug interdiction. As part of Operation Pacific Viper, a sniper from the Helicopter Interdiction Tactical Squadron (HITRON) disabled a go-fast vessel mid-chase, crippling its engines and allowing the Cutter Munro to seize more than 20,000 pounds of cocaine - the largest haul ever for a national security cutter in a single go-fast operation. The seizure represents over 7.5 million potentially lethal doses, a stark reminder of the scale of the U.S. drug crisis. Go-fast vessels, designed to outrun maritime patrols, are now no match for precision snipers paired with aerial and naval coordination. Operation Pacific Viper, launched in August, reflects the Trump administration’s aggressive strategy: Pairing military precision with law enforcement to choke supply chains from Latin American cartels. This move is strategic signaling. The Coast Guard is expanding its ability to disrupt trafficking networks far from U.S. shores, integrating helicopter snipers, cutters, and naval intelligence. With the U.S. declaring cartels like Sinaloa and Tren de Aragua as foreign terrorist organizations, operations now blur traditional law enforcement and military lines, turning interdiction into a high-stakes anti-narco campaign. Traffickers will adapt quickly - smaller vessels, stealthier routes, or drone-assisted transport. But for now, the combination of sniper precision, cutter firepower, and intelligence coordination sets a new standard. The Coast Guard is effectively saying: narco-boats have nowhere to hide, and Operation Pacific Viper is just warming up. The drug war is going kinetic, and the U.S. is showing it can hit hard - even in the middle of the Pacific. Source: Visegrád 24, Fox News

Mario Nawfal

23,648 views • 8 months ago

🚨 IRGC says it struck U.S. Fifth Fleet headquarters in Bahrain Iran’s Revolutionary Guard said its navy launched two waves of missile and drone strikes early today targeting the headquarters of the U.S. Fifth Fleet at Mina Salman port in Manama, Bahrain. The IRGC claimed the attack hit anti-drone systems, drone storage depots, support equipment, fuel tanks, and areas where U.S. personnel were gathered using kamikaze drones along with cruise and ballistic missiles. The Fifth Fleet is the U.S. Navy command responsible for operations across the Persian Gulf and surrounding waters. The IRGC statement added that “by God’s grace, the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed.” 🎥 Circulating footage shows fire at the port.

🚨 IRGC says it struck U.S. Fifth Fleet headquarters in Bahrain Iran’s Revolutionary Guard said its navy launched two waves of missile and drone strikes early today targeting the headquarters of the U.S. Fifth Fleet at Mina Salman port in Manama, Bahrain. The IRGC claimed the attack hit anti-drone systems, drone storage depots, support equipment, fuel tanks, and areas where U.S. personnel were gathered using kamikaze drones along with cruise and ballistic missiles. The Fifth Fleet is the U.S. Navy command responsible for operations across the Persian Gulf and surrounding waters. The IRGC statement added that “by God’s grace, the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed.” 🎥 Circulating footage shows fire at the port.

Drop Site

129,641 views • 5 months ago

The quadruped you can assemble yourself. Stella is an educational quadruped robot developed by Ahead. Designed for hands-on learning and self-assembly, the robot uses durable 3D-printed components. Ideal for all education levels, it is easy to repair, infinitely extendable, and equipped with advanced hardware and software. Despite its compact design, Stella is versatile, capable of operating in various environments and even carrying payloads like an optional robotic arm. A powerful tool for exploring robotics.

The quadruped you can assemble yourself. Stella is an educational quadruped robot developed by Ahead. Designed for hands-on learning and self-assembly, the robot uses durable 3D-printed components. Ideal for all education levels, it is easy to repair, infinitely extendable, and equipped with advanced hardware and software. Despite its compact design, Stella is versatile, capable of operating in various environments and even carrying payloads like an optional robotic arm. A powerful tool for exploring robotics.

Circuit

23,215 views • 1 year ago