AV_Halo™ Pinpoint precision aim and tracking software ensures stable energy placement on maneuvering targets, while a MOSA architecture supports rapid integration, scalable production, and streamlined upgrades across fixed and mobile platforms.
LOCUST X3
Directed Energy System for Counter-UAS Defense
LOCUST® X3 is a third-generation 20–35+ kW Directed Energy Laser Weapon System designed to defeat current and emerging aerial threats, including Group 1–3 unmanned aircraft systems. Building on extensive testing and proven performance, it integrates advanced sensors and high-energy laser effectors to deliver precise, persistent counter-UAS and point defense.
Key Features
Defeat High-Volume Aerial Threats
Defeats Group 1–3 UAS and other aerial threats, delivering persistent protection against massed and saturation attacks.
Precision Laser Engagement
AV_Halo Pinpoint fire control software maintains stable, precise energy placement on maneuvering targets.
Cost-Efficient Defense
Directed energy shifts the cost equation of air defense, enabling engagements limited by available power rather than expendable munitions.
Rapid Response to Emerging Threats
AI-enabled detection, tracking, and engagement automation accelerate threat prioritization and response in complex air defense environments
Fixed or Mobile Platform Configuration
Designed for compatibility with a broad range of fixed site and maneuverable platforms and transportability to any location.
News + Events
News
03/24/2026
AV Unveils LOCUST® X3: Third-Generation Modular Directed Energy Weapon System
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Blog
03/23/2026
Can a Laser Weapon Operate Safely in Civilian Airspace?
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