US forces in Iraq have a new non-lethal, but really annoying, weapon in their arsenal. According to American Technology Corporation‘s press release, the Long Range Acoustic Device (LRAD) is a hailing and warning, directed acoustic device that is designed to determine intent, change behaviour, and support various rules of engagement. With LRAD, a sentry can issue a focused verbal challenge with instructions in excess of 300 hundred yards, and follow up with a warning tone to cause behaviour change
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