Dazzler (weapon)

GLARE MOUT dazzler produced by B.E. Meyers & Co.

A dazzler is a non-lethal weapon which uses intense directed radiation to temporarily disorient its target with flash blindness. They can effectively deter further advances, regardless of language or cultural barriers, but can also be used for hailing and warning.[1] Targets can include electronic sensors as well as human vision.[2]

Initially developed for military use, non-military products are becoming available for use in law enforcement and security.[3][4]

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  2. ^ Cite error: The named reference RightsBlinding was invoked but never defined (see the help page).
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