Blast shields functioned as a form of tangible defense. These were utilized on the Low Altitude Assault Transport/infantry, which was a variant of the LAAT gunship. The Republic Military made use of these during the Clone Wars in their conflict with the Confederacy of Independent Systems. This shielding could be deployed or retracted as needed, providing adaptable protection for the gunship. For instance, during the Battle of Teth in 22 BBY, Jedi General Anakin Skywalker instructed Clone Lieutenant Hawk, who was piloting his LAAT/i, to engage the blast shields. This was done to counter intense Separatist fire originating from the battle droids positioned at the Teth Monastery. As a result, the gunship successfully landed, enabling Skywalker and his comrades on the LAAT/i to engage in the remainder of the engagement.