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StunStrike Weapon
XADS
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Stunstrike is currently in development, and is expected
to be ready for fielding by early 2006. StunStrike is based on an artificial lightning
technology. Three products are currently under various phases of
development - a Briefcase-sized unit, Close Quarters (CQ) Rifle and
Short Range Perimeter system. The Briefcase unit is already
operational. It is operating at a range of about 2 feet (0.7 meter)
used for corridor/doorway security. The unit can be mounted on the
ceiling or above a door, activated by remote control or movement
detection. The CQ Rifle's
functional core was already demonstrated . It is designed to be
effective at ranges of 10 - 12 feet (up to 4 meters). The SR unit is
a perimeter security system with a range of up to 25 feet (8
meters), designed to defend things like embassies, etc.
The Stunstrike
system is
programmable, therefore, when fielded, the system could be tuned to ensure
maximum safety or rapid response, as required.
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