Vulcan Advanced Air Defense System
The Vulcan Advanced Air Defense System is an advanced air defense system designed and manufactured by Javelin Industries, a prominent defense technology company in Nouvelle Alexandrie. The system is engineered to provide comprehensive protection against a wide range of air threats, including both manned and unmanned aerial vehicles.
Incorporating the latest advancements in sensors, tracking systems, and missile technology, the Vulcan system is designed to engage and neutralize targets swiftly and effectively. It also includes the use of the Tactical High-Energy Beam (THEB), known colloquially as the Basilisk Beam, a pioneering directed-energy weapon air defense system. Utilizing fiber laser technology, the THEB can obliterate an airborne target within seconds of firing.
The Vulcan Advanced Air Defense System can be deployed in either fixed or mobile configurations and consists of an air defense radar, a command and control unit, and two High Energy Laser systems.
The system was initially tested during Operation Sovereign Borders in 1717 AN. However, its performance was found to be disappointing, with difficulties in engaging even non-threatening targets like stray weather balloons. In one instance, the system attempted to lock onto Atos. In response to these early setbacks, extensive testing and refinement efforts were undertaken to address and rectify the issues identified during these initial trials.
A significant recent enhancement to the system has been the integration of EGuard, an advanced software product jointly developed by Javelin Industries and Sarbanes-Lopez CyberSecurity. First released in 1720 AN, EGuard leverages cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence (AI) to substantially improve the accuracy and effectiveness of missile defense systems. Its integration into the Vulcan system has played a pivotal role in enhancing the system's operational capabilities and overall performance.
