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MILITARY AND DEFENCE...
A battle-proven solution
Optoelectronics expert Pacer International has played a key role in the development
of a new design of portable laser target designator to support military operations
A global high technology company, as well as rugged and reliable. A key requirement in
headquartered in Rome, Leonardo is well- the development of the designator was a laser
known for its continuous innovation within rangefinder which would ensure the final design
Iaerospace, defence, and security. To support delivered a best in class solution, further
today’s military operations, the company developed demonstrating Leonardo’s proven capability in laser
its hand-held Type 163 laser target designator manufacturing for the military.
designator with a focus on However, limited time and resources meant that
designing a portable laser that the Leonardo team sought support from a flexible
was simple and easy to operate, and agile partner to further develop the product
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