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Advances in technology , increase our

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adversary's ability to oppose us in the

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space domain . One such threat is the

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directed energy weapon . Once only the

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purview of science fiction directed

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energy weapons can take the form of

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high powered microwaves , radio

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frequency weapons and even lasers .

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A laser weapon can be utilized on the

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ground to disrupt sensors in orbit

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or to damage or destroy equipment at

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closer ranges .

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Space systems command is delivering the

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capabilities . Our nation's joint war

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fighters need to stay ahead of and

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protect us from emerging threats in

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space .