China unleashes new microwave weapon that can fry enemy drone 2 miles away
In counter-attack systems, microwave weapons are reportedly advanced compared to traditional systems.
hina is making advancements in its multiple military-related technologies that will give it an edge over its adversaries during a possible conflict in the future. During a recent giant air show in Zhuhai, Beijing unveiled multiple game-changer military technologies, including a mobile air defense weapons system.
Called FK-4000, the mobile air defense weapons system is reportedly capable of intercepting the smallest, lightest drones using its high-power microwaves (HPM).
Debuted by China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation, the weapon can deliver microwave blasts in less than a second from a distance of almost 2 miles.
Microwave weapons
In counter-attack systems, microwave weapons are reportedly more advanced than traditional systems. These weapons are faster, more efficient, and can attack a bigger surface area while being invisible. FK-4000 also has an antenna array that is nearly 26 feet wide.
Also on show was an HPM system developed by Norinco Group, which features a microwave emitter array of about the same size as the FK-4000, with a tracking mount and a search and tracking integrated radar on top. Another defense systems giant, China Electronics Technology Group Corporation (CETC), has also incorporated the technology’s advantages into its Thunder Low-Altitude Defence System, reported SCMP.
“The 15th China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition is highlighting the expansion of aerospace technology into everyday life, marked by a flurry of public welfare project agreements,” said CASC in a statement.
China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC) held a signing ceremony on Tuesday for the agreements, which cover numerous major projects, including meteorological satellites, marine satellites, communication satellites, rocket launch services, and commercial aerospace, as well as strategic emerging industries like the low-altitude economy, advanced equipment and hydrogen energy.
In total, over 70 cooperation agreements and documents indicating intent to cooperate were signed, with a cumulative contract value nearing $8.3 billion (60 billion yuan).