U.S. Navy announces first operational laser to arm destroyers

The video discusses the Navy's optical dazzling Interdictor, known as Odin, designed to counter enemy surveillance drones. Installed on the USS Dewey, Odin is part of a broader strategy to protect US warships from hostile intelligence gathering. The video also highlights future plans for additional laser weapons with greater range and power.

What is the primary function of the Optical Dazzling Interdictor, Navy (Odin)?

• To enhance ship speed

• To counter enemy surveillance drones

• To increase fuel efficiency

• To improve communication systems

On which class of destroyer was the Odin system installed?

• Zumwalt class

• Ticonderoga class

• Nimitz class

• Arleigh Burke class

What challenge do Iranian drones pose to US warships in the Persian Gulf?

• They block radar systems

• They interfere with navigation

• They gather intelligence

• They disrupt communication signals

What is the range of the planned 60 to 150 kilowatt laser weapon?

• Three nautical miles

• Ten nautical miles

• Five nautical miles

• Seven nautical miles

By what year is the new laser weapon expected to be installed on another destroyer?

• 2020

• 2021

• 2022

• 2023