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DARPA Just Beamed Power Over 5 Miles No Wires, No Limits In a record-shattering experiment, DARPA’s POWER program has successfully transmitted over 800 watts of energy wirelessly across 5.3 miles (8.6 km) using a focused laser beam. Conducted in June 2025 at a test site in New Mexico, the system delivered more than a megajoule of energy in just 30 seconds, far surpassing previous efforts, which peaked at 230 watts over 1.7 kilometers. Laser Power Could Change the Battlefield and the World This isn’t just a cool lab trick it’s a glimpse into a future where power flows invisibly, across vast distances. Imagine drones that never land because they’re recharged mid-flight, or remote military outposts instantly energized without fuel convoys. DARPA’s tech could eliminate the need for batteries and cables in some of the world’s harshest, most dangerous environments. The Birth of Truly Wireless Power While still in its early stages, this milestone marks a revolution in how we think about energy delivery. From military operations to disaster relief, wireless power beaming could unlock new levels of speed, mobility, and resilience. The age of plugging in may be fading and the future of limitless, on-demand energy is just