I have had thoughts about "lasers to take out stuff" especially after reading up on laser powered rockets, but havent seen it discussed here yet.
What happens if you make your missile or plane highly reflective? or coat it in a mirror of some sought (if necessary).
I would assume that it would just reflect all the light off in (maybe harmful) directions. And if this would defend against lasers, would it then adversly affect radar detection/stealth?
It would also make VERY VERY COOL looking planes and missiles.
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I have had thoughts about "lasers to take out stuff" especially after reading up on laser powered rockets, but havent seen it discussed here yet. What happens if you make your missile or plane highly reflective? or coat it in a mirror of some sought (if necessary). I would assume that it would just reflect all the light off in (maybe harmful) directions. And if this would defend against lasers, would it then adversly affect radar detection/stealth? It would also make VERY VERY COOL looking planes and missiles.