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The Turkish defense company Aselsan conducted tests of its new development, the YILDIRIM 100 system, during which it successfully neutralized infrared–guided anti-aircraft missiles, forcing them to deviate from the course. The corresponding video is shown online.
- indicated in the SavunmaSanayiST publication.
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The YILDIRIM 100 neutralizes approaching threats by directing laser energy at the missile's homing head, which disrupts the operation of the seeker, the missile loses its target or deviates from course, which prevents the missile from hitting the target. According to the developer, the system, designed for both rotorcraft and aircraft, provides high operational availability and low power consumption.
- says the publication Defense Industry Europe.
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The company's management promised to continue working on the creation of "revolutionary technologies" in the interests of national defense.:
