Which statement best describes the requirement for a Laser Beam Rider to function?

Which statement best describes the requirement for a Laser Beam Rider to function?

• A. Requires GPS lock
• B. Needs Line of Sight to the target
• C. Operates in all weather
• D. Requires active radar guidance

Answer: (B)

Laser Beam Rider guidance works by following a laser beam that is directed at the target. The seeker in the payload tracks that beam to steer toward the target, so there must be an unobstructed line of sight between the laser source and the seeker. If the beam is blocked or scattered, the guidance system loses its reference and cannot steer the vehicle. This mode relies on line of sight rather than GPS or active radar guidance, and it’s not guaranteed to work in all weather because clouds, fog, rain, or obstacles can degrade or block the beam. So the essential requirement is maintaining line of sight to the target (and the laser path) for the system to function.

Laser Beam Rider guidance works by following a laser beam that is directed at the target. The seeker in the payload tracks that beam to steer toward the target, so there must be an unobstructed line of sight between the laser source and the seeker. If the beam is blocked or scattered, the guidance system loses its reference and cannot steer the vehicle. This mode relies on line of sight rather than GPS or active radar guidance, and it’s not guaranteed to work in all weather because clouds, fog, rain, or obstacles can degrade or block the beam. So the essential requirement is maintaining line of sight to the target (and the laser path) for the system to function.