Electronic Weapons: March 17, 2001

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The Marines are ready to unveil their newest non-lethal weapon, the Vehicle-Mounted Area Denial System. This weapon focuses a narrow beam of radio waves on the target individuals, giving their skin a burning sensation designed to encourage them to leave the area. In theory, if the weapon remained focused on a person long enough, permanent damage could result, although just how long this would take is classified.--Stephen V Cole