Shawn Ryan Unveils AI Drone-Killing Weapon at His Ranch

The Leonidas autonomous ground vehicle represents a significant advancement in mobile drone defense, integrating Epirus’s directed-energy technology with General Dynamics’s vehicle platform and Kodiak Defense’s autonomous navigation. This system utilizes hundreds of gallium nitride elements to phase-shift microwave energy into a precise, high-powered beam capable of disabling hostile electronics from kilometers away. By leveraging 360-degree radar situational awareness and autonomous driving capabilities, the unit independently positions itself to intercept threats while minimizing its own exposure to counter-attacks. Unlike traditional kinetic or laser-based defenses, this microwave-based approach operates without the safety risks that typically force the closure of civilian infrastructure like airports. With production currently scaling toward 50 units annually, the platform provides a flexible, maneuverable solution for protecting military bases and critical assets against evolving drone threats.