- XADS
XADS (Xtreme Alternative Defense Systems) is a privately held firm in
Anderson, Indiana (USA). XADS is a pioneering producer of NLDEW (Non-lethal (less than lethal)directed energy weapon s) for protecting and defending in military operations, law enforcement, site security, and peacekeeping. XADS was founded in 2002 after a proposal was submitted to theUnited States Marine Corps .XADS is developing a short-range wireless
electroshock weapon calledStunStrike . The device appears to be aTesla coil contained in a briefcase.Afterwards more contracts have been awarded to XADS to provide new solutions to problems on the battlefield.
XADS makes the Photonic Disruptor Series [http://www.xtremeads.com/photonic.htm] . It is called a Threat Assessment Laser Illuminator (TALI); but it can cause night-blindness and secondary effects such as
nausea ; it is claimed to leave no permanent eye damage.PD/G 105
The Photonic Disruptor/Green 105 mW laser illuminator is XADS's military grade laser. The laser runs off two AAA batteries and has a range of over 350 meters in darkness, with an operating life of 3000-5000 hours. The unit can be rail mounted for use with various weapons. It is currently deployed in the field in Iraq and Afghanistan.
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StunStrike
*Electrolaser#Xtreme Alternative Defense Systems External links
* http://www.xtremeads.com/
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