Applied Energetics wins AFWERX STRATFI selection for up to $4 million directed-energy R&D funding

• Applied Energetics was selected by AFWERX for a Strategic Funding Increase tied to its ultrashort pulse laser, directed-energy development.
• Program targets scaling Phase II-funded innovations toward operational use for the Department of the Air Force.
• Potential funding totals up to $8 million, including up to $4 million from AFWERX, up to $4 million in sponsor matching.

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