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Re:Laser air defense for $13 a shot? by kevsamuel on Thursday March 14, 2024 @03:52PM (#39708237)
Starlink works in those conditions, so maybe it's ok.
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Re:Laser air defense for $13 a shot? by jqpabc123 on Thursday March 14, 2024 @04:05PM (#39708368)
Starlink doesn't use lasers to try and cut through metal at long distances.

Atmospheric conditions like fog and rain tend to hinder and disperse light.

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