Autonomous defence systems

We build an autonomous turret that shoots down drones.

ASCII-rendered CAD model of the Waterloo Defence autonomous counter-UAS turret: air rifle on a powered pan/tilt mount over a rotating base

About us

Cheap drones are now the leading cause of front-line casualties, up to 80% of losses (IISS, 2026).

Waterloo Defence is a student-led team currently building an autonomous turret that detects, tracks and intercepts drones.

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Every faculty, every term. No experience needed.

Mechanical · Electrical · Autonomy · Operations

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