Aug. 22 at 11:37 AM
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For their Laser Shield Anti-Drone System (LSAD), there are currently two distinct, parallel defense evaluation tracks underway:
The Air Force Track (Shaw AFB Battle Lab): This is a formal, multi-phase acquisition process. They are currently in Phase 2 and must deliver a formal pitch to an evaluation panel no later than September 14, 2026. The direct goal here is to win an invitation to submit a full written proposal for a contract.
The DoD-Wide Track (MEIA Vulcan): This is an innovation scouting program run by the Department of War. They were selected for a deep-dive technical exchange with government engineers. The goal here is to prove the technology's viability so it can be moved into military testing, field experimentation, and potential future procurement.