Projectile, Laser, Plasma: Weapons of the Future?

In summary, the conversation discusses the possible types of weapons that could be used in the future, including projectiles, lasers, plasma, and energy beams. The use of projectiles with advanced technology, such as MEMS, is also mentioned. A link to an article on a "smart gun" is also shared.
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KonradKorzenowski
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In yuor opinion what is most likely to be the most used type of weapons in 50 to 100 years. Projectile, laser, plasma, etc.
 
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Some form of energy beam, perhaps? The cynical of us might ask whether we're going to be around in 100 years time!

If you've not seen it, you might want to look at http://www.newscientist.com/article.ns?id=dn1470.
 
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Yes i have heard of that, but I see a future in projectiles as well. Perhaps you could put together lumps of MEMS made to "track" a target at the high speeds of a standard bullet.
http://www.metalstorm.com/04_what_is_a_smart_gun.html I found this a few months ago its interesting
 
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Related to Projectile, Laser, Plasma: Weapons of the Future?

1. What is a projectile weapon?

A projectile weapon is a type of weapon that launches a projectile, such as a bullet, at a high velocity towards a target. Examples of projectile weapons include guns, bows and arrows, and catapults.

2. How do laser weapons work?

Laser weapons use directed energy to target and damage or destroy a specific object or area. They work by emitting a concentrated beam of light that can travel great distances and deliver a high amount of energy to a small, specific target.

3. What is plasma and how is it used in weapons?

Plasma is a state of matter that consists of ionized gas particles. It is used in weapons by generating a high temperature plasma that can be directed towards a target, causing damage through heat and pressure.

4. Are these types of weapons currently in use?

Yes, projectile, laser, and plasma weapons are currently being used in various forms by militaries around the world. However, their use is still limited and they are not yet widely available for public use.

5. What are the advantages and disadvantages of using these weapons?

The advantages of these weapons include long range capabilities, high precision, and minimal collateral damage. However, they also have disadvantages such as high cost, potential for malfunction, and ethical concerns over their use in warfare.

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