The phrase nonlethal weapons (NLW) often brings to mind capabilities such as bean bags, rubber bullets, pepper spray, and electric stun guns. These capabilities are used domestically by law...

2019年11月2日 · As defined in DoD Directive 3000.03E, “DoD Executive Agent for NLW and NLW Policy,” NLWs are “weapons, devices and munitions that are explicitly designed and primarily …

DoD NLW Program 1996-Present • During Operation United Shield (Somalia), General Zinni pioneered use of NLW for short-of-lethal engagements • FY96 NDAA directed DoD to …

DoD NLW Program Established 1996 • Operation United Shield (Somalia): General Anthony C. Zinni pioneered use of NLW • FY96 National Defense Authorization Act directed DoD to …

2022年8月5日 · This brief summarizes a RAND-developed methodology to evaluate the impact of non-lethal weapons in a way that better informs Department of Defense decisions about their …

2009年4月21日 · Nonlethal weapons (NLW) provide an alternative when lethal force is undesirable. The Department of Defense (DOD) defines NLW as those that are explicitly …

There is no requirement to use NLW prior to using lethal weapons or employing deadly force. Based on the threat, target, and situation, U.S. forces may immediately employ lethal weapons …

2022年6月15日 · Non-lethal weapons (NLWs) can be useful to U.S. military forces in a variety of contexts, but the DoD faces a challenge in evaluating their appropriate use and the potential …

2019年9月28日 · Non-Lethal Weapons (NLW) are not themselves a new or game-changing technology. However, new forms of NLW enable a standoff capability previously only available …

2011年12月27日 · Service-unique systems meet specific Service needs, often meet Joint needs, and are provided to ensure Joint visibility and consideration. Systems are grouped as follows: …