Laser Photonics Corporation (NASDAQ: LASE) and affiliated company Fonon Technologies announced they are advancing their jointly developed Laser Shield Anti-Drone System to the prototyping and extended range trials phase following completion of initial testing.

The LSAD system uses a directed-energy transportable defense platform that employs a high-density laser beam to counter unauthorized drones. The system targets Groups 1-2 Unmanned Aircraft Systems and swarm threats, with a tracking system that captures targets at distances up to 2 kilometers.

The technology employs a near infrared continuous wave fiber laser operating at 4 kilowatts power, with auto focusing capabilities within a 50-1,000 meter range. The system offers responses ranging from sensor disruption to structural damage, disabling targets in 1-10 seconds at distances up to 1 kilometer in high-energy mode.

Both the system and laser head are manufactured in Lake Mary, Florida. The LSAD was named a finalist in the U.S. Autonomy, AI and Cyber Critical Technology Challenge in November 2025.

"The successful completion of initial LSAD testing marks an important milestone in our LASE Group of Companies partner, Fonon Technologies," said Wayne Tupuola, Chief Executive Officer of Laser Photonics. "By advancing to system prototyping and extended range trials, we are taking a deliberate, disciplined approach to bringing a cost-effective directed-energy capability to market."

The companies are partnering with defense contractors to integrate the technology into existing military infrastructure for the U.S. military, government agencies, and allied partners.