In China, presented a laser gun ZKZM-500. According to the developers, although the weapon belongs to the non-lethal class, the energy of its beam is enough to cause instant charring of the skin and tissues.
It is noteworthy that ten years ago such weapons were part of science fiction plots. However, now Chinese physicists have made fiction come true. According to the developers, the beam will hit the person through the clothes without any problems. Moreover, if the fabric, from which the clothes are sewn, is easily ignited, then the person in these clothes can turn into a living torch.
The gun is designed in such a way that it can be used on foot, attached to a car or aircraft. The weight of the gun is only 3 kg - not heavier than AKM.
Now the question of the start of mass production of laser weapons and the provision of its anti-terrorist teams and special police units.
In the case of hostage taking by terrorists, such paramilitary units will be able to temporarily disable criminals and free the hostages.
However, not only the security forces but also the military became interested in weapons. For example, it can be used as a flamethrower at great distances. Put, say, a laser gun on the fuel storage and ignite it. Note that there are no sounds from a laser shot, and the enemy can write off the ignition as an accident.
Battery guns enough for 1000 shots, 2 seconds each. The range is 800 m. The prototype of the rifle was built on the basis of the ZKZM laser, previously developed by the University of Xi'an. Developers are now looking for a partner who has a license to manufacture weapons. The cost of one rifle is about $ 15,000.
