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Counter-UAS laser being considered for use at Paris Olympics

19th June 2024 - 10:59 GMT | by Giovanni Rasio in Paris

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The HELMA-P as seen integrated into a SHERPA on MBDA’s stand at Eurosatory. (Photo: Giovanni Rasio)

Cilas is showcasing its HELMA-P counter-UAS laser weapon at Eurosatory 2024 – which is being considered for use at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games – to detect, track and neutralise drones up to 1km away.

Cilas is showcasing its HELMA-P counter-UAS (C-UAS) laser weapon at Eurosatory 2024 which is being considered for use at Paris 2024 Olympic Games. While the system was officially launched at the previous edition of the French exhibition, the Orleans-based company unveiled the HELMA-P this year.

The laser weapon consists of a small turret that features an illuminator, a camera, a LiDAR and a laser emitter. According to Cilas, the HELMA-P produces a 2kW laser beam and is capable of detecting, tracking and neutralising drones at a distance of up to 1km.

Shephard understands that the laser weapon can be used

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