Active electronically scanned array (AESA radar as a directed energy weapon. The new generation of AESA radars have the capability of directing concentrated beams of high energy microwaves. If seen some articles that hint at the fact that these could be used as a weapon, in and of themselves. Look into Raytheon's "Vigilant Eagle" anti-missile (manpad) defense system for airports, it was a high-power microwave (HPM) weapon which used an active array and phase variation for beam steering (ie. elec

Saab recently completed the first air trials of its new fighter X-band Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radar. Unlike traditional #radar antennas, an #AESA radar’s beam is electronically steered by a computer. This means the beam can be shifted instantly in any direction without the need to actually move the antenna. Benefits of the new fighter AESA radar includes better performance against small targets, enhanced resistance against jamming and improved ability to support more advanced

Right underneath the nose of the F-35 is the most advanced radar system in production. It is called the Active Electronically Scanned Array, but referred to as AESA. Hear an F-35 test pilot explain more: | F-35 Lightning II