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RTX explores Cold War-era laser-fusion technology for missile and drone defense

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RTX is collaborating with fusion-energy startup Xcimer to assess whether high-energy laser technology rooted in Cold War research could support directed-energy defenses. The effort highlights a potential crossover between fusion research and systems designed to counter missiles and drones.

Discovered 2026-09-10T02:52:21.192351-07:00 | 2026-09-10T02:52:21.192351-07:00

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  • The collaboration points to a potential defense application for laser-fusion technology, connecting commercial fusion research with missile and drone-defense requirements.
  • RTX’s involvement underscores continued interest by major defense contractors in directed-energy approaches to counter emerging aerial threats.
  • No previous clusters were provided for additional context.

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