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title: Electrolaser
type: technology
url: "https://www.envisioning.com/research/aegis/electrolaser"
hub: aegis
summary: Laser-ionized channels for directed electrical discharge in defense applications
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# Electrolaser

Laser-ionized channels for directed electrical discharge in defense applications
- Technology Readiness Level: 4/9
- Impact: 3/5
- Investment: 3/5
Electrolasers use a laser to ionize a path, then discharge electricity along that path. Research and development. Potential applications include non-lethal weapons and directed energy. Challenges include range, reliability, and environmental effects.

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Source: Envisioning — Technology Research Institute (https://www.envisioning.com/research/aegis/electrolaser)