Virginia Tech opens facility to test counter-drone technologies
Virginia Tech has opened a new facility to test technology designed to detect and stop hostile drones. A separate report says the military has used a directed-energy system to defeat drones at the border.
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Why it matters
The development reflects expanding military investment and operational use of counter-drone systems against a growing security threat.
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- Virginia Tech opens new facility to test technology designed to detect, stop drones ↗wset.com · Recorded source date: Aug 28, 2026, 10:46 PM UTC
- Virginia Tech opens counter-drone research center ↗wsls.com · Recorded source date: Aug 29, 2026, 2:02 AM UTC
- Virginia Tech opens new facility to test technology designed to detect, stop drones ↗wjla.com · Recorded source date: Aug 29, 2026, 3:16 AM UTC
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