Gone are the swashbuckling days of repelling pirates with cutlasses -- a British firm is spearheading use of a high-tech "sonic laser" to beat bandits on the high seas.
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Why don't they invest in desalination and agriculture in the region. That way, there is no need for pirating. Eliminate the source of the problem.
They might as well have a self destruct on the ship. If they take the ship, it blows up. Take that pirates! yarrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr
From what I've seen of these weapons, it can affect your whole body, not just your ears.
I think if loud enough, your whole body feels like it's in agony.
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