Typical Classification
Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), Limited Distribution D
Typical Duration
Half-day course
Course Description
Introduction to Counter DEW provides introduction to the basic concepts of Counter-Directed Energy Weapons (C-DEW); specific discussions will include & focus on unclassified technical and scientific aspects of protecting platforms and systems from adversarial High Energy Laser (HEL) and High Power Microwave (HPM) attacks. Historical information available on countering the effects of DEW on various types of systems will be reviewed. Future research directions in counter-DEW technology will also be discussed. This course is intended to be an introduction to the subject and is intended to provide the attendee with a basic understanding of the technologies, issues and solutions surrounding efforts to counter directed energy weapon systems. At the end of the course, students will have a basic understanding of
- the operation & effects of directed energy weapons
- various material hardening approaches
- atmospheric propagation effects & use in countering DEW
- operational techniques for implementing counter-DEW
- research directions for counter-DEW
Topics include:
- Review of DEW Basics & Concepts of F2T2EA (Find, Fix, Track, Target, Engage & Assess) Processes
- Sensor & Optics Hardening
- Basics of Propagation Effects
- Basics for Military Operational Techniques
- Directions in Future C-DEW Research
Intended Audience
This course is intended for Scientists, Engineers, System Analysts, Program Managers, and Military Planners. Familiarity with basic optics and physics related to HELs and/or HPMs, such as that found in a two-semester university level introductory physics course - is consider beneficial to understand the terminology and science terminology used. U.S. Citizenship is required in order to attend.