USATODAY.com - Energy beam weapon may lower Iraq civilian deaths

USATODAY.com - Energy beam weapon may lower Iraq civilian deaths: "Energy beam weapon may lower Iraq civilian deaths
By Steven Komarow, USA TODAY
WASHINGTON — Troops in Iraq will soon be shooting an experimental weapon that fires an invisible beam of energy instead of bullets to repel insurgents without killing civilians.
The beam from the 'Active Denial System' penetrates the skin less than 1/64 of an inch to create a severe non-lethal burning sensation.
Department of Defense

Radiation similar to some forms of radar fired by the Active Denial System (ADS) penetrates just below the skin's surface to cause an excruciating burning sensation until it is turned off. Extensive testing has shown no lasting damage, the military said."