$LASEJun 2, 2026, 8:31 AM ETAI processed
LASE: Laser Shield anti-drone picked in Department of War MEIA Vulcan; invited to technical exchange
AI Summary
Laser Photonics (LASE) said its Laser Shield Anti-Drone (LSAD) system was selected as a top submission in the Counter C5ISR-T category of the Department of War's MEIA Vulcan Call for Solutions and has been invited to a one-on-one technical exchange with government engineers. The gated session focuses on deep technical validation and scalability, moving LSAD further in the evaluation pipeline where it could be considered for follow-on prototyping, experimentation, and transition support, though no contract value or timeline was disclosed.
Positives
- LSAD named a top submission in the MEIA Vulcan Counter C5ISR-T category
- Company invited to exclusive one-on-one technical exchange with MEIA/MCAT engineers for deep technical validation
- Selection creates a clear pathway to potential follow-on prototyping, experimentation, and transition opportunities
Negatives
- This is an evaluation-stage selection, not a procurement award or contract
- No financial terms, contract size, or schedule were disclosed
- Advancement to prototyping or transition is conditional on further validation and subject to government funding
