by Joshua Bailey
TTP is your source for interesting stories involving tech, drones, robotics and automation for Defence and industry. We've got some jaw-dropping stories from people across the globe and aim to talk about some of the challenges we're facing across Defence and industry now and want to share our vision for the future of these technologies! Your hosts, Andrew Crowe and Josh Bailey have spent years in UAS, CUAS, Robotics and Defence tech and want to democratise robotics, drones and autonomous systems, by sharing inspiring stories, education & information through podcasts, YouTube and education through our website. If you're interested in being on the show or working with us, please get in touch at [email protected] or our website www.ttpod.net
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April 20, 2025
Department 13 CTO Ben Westgarth discusses counter-drone tactics and technology, focusing on protocol-based takeover systems that outsmart rogue drones, in an interview.
March 23, 2025
<p data-start="291" data-end="461">In this episode of the Tactics & Tech podcast, we’re joined by <strong data-start="356" data-end= "377">Stephen Bornstein</strong>, founder of <strong data-start= "390" data-end="421">Cyborg Dynamics Engineering</strong> and <strong data-start="426" data-end="460">Managing Director of Athena AI</strong>.</p> <p data-start="463" data-end="725">Stephen walks us through the story behind <strong data-start="505" data-end="555">Australia’s first robotic Javelin missile fire</strong>, shares how <strong data-start="568" data-end="598">AI-driven battlefield tech</strong> is transforming the fight, and offers rare insight into what it really takes to <strong data-start="679" data-end= "711">build a defence tech startup</strong> in Australia.</p> <p data-start="727" data-end="1004">This episode is packed with lessons on the future of <strong data-start="940" data-end= "1003">uncrewed systems!</strong></p> <hr data-start="1006" data-end="1009" /> <h2 data-start="1011" data-end="1031">🔑 Key Takeaways:</h2> <ul data-start="1033" data-end="2150"> <li data-start="1033" data-end="1222"> <p data-start="1035" data-end="1222"><strong data-start="1035" data-end="1059">Robotic Javelin Fire</strong> – His team conducted Australia's first live Javelin missile fire from a robotic platform, pushing the boundaries of UGV firepower.</p> </li> <li data-start="1224" data-end="1372"> <p data-start="1226" data-end="1372"><strong data-start="1226" data-end="1249">Startup to Scale-Up</strong> – From an Army Reservist and aerospace engineer to leading two cutting-edge defence tech companies.</p> </li> <li data-start="1374" data-end="1553"> <p data-start="1376" data-end="1553"><strong data-start="1376" data-end="1405">AI for Decision Dominance</strong> – AI compresses the decision-making cycle by integrating target recognition, geospatial terrain analysis into live battle maps.</p> </li> <li data-start="1555" data-end="1755"> <p data-start="1557" data-end="1755"><strong data-start="1557" data-end="1575">Dual-Use Pivot</strong> – Originally defence-focused, both Athena and Cyborg have expanded into civil applications like perimeter security and underwater robotics.</p> </li> <li data-start="1757" data-end="1972"> <p data-start="1759" data-end="1972"><strong data-start="1759" data-end="1785">Breaking Into the U.S.</strong> – It took 18 months of collaboration with Tomahawk Robotics before landing their first U.S. contract. </p> </li> <li data-start="1974" data-end="2150"> <p data-start="1976" data-end="2150"><strong data-start="1976" data-end="1995">UGVs in Warfare</strong> – With manpower shortages and the rise of FPV drones, uncrewed ground vehicles offer real mass and casualty reduction potential on the modern battlefield.</p> </li> </ul> <p data-start="3191" data-end="3423">———————————————<br data-start= "3265" data-end="3268" /> Learn more about Athena AI and Cyborg Dynamics here:<br data-start= "3320" data-end="3323" /> 🔗 <a href="https://athenadefence.ai/" data-start="3326" data-end= "3367">Athena AI</a><br data-start="3367" data-end="3370" /> 🔗 <a href="https://www.cyborgdynamicseng.com/" data-start="3373" data-end="3421">Cyborg Dynamics Engineering</a></p> <p data-start="3425" data-end="3604">Find more on our website:<br data-start="3450" data-end="3453" /> 🌍 <a href="http://www.ttpod.net" data-start="3456" data-end= "3493">www.ttpod.net</a><br data-start="3493" data-end="3496" /> Follow us on LinkedIn:<br data-start="3518" data-end="3521" /> 🔗 <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/ttpod" target="_new" rel="noopener" data-start="3524" data-end= "3604">https://www.linkedin.com/company/ttpod</a></p>
March 9, 2025
<p><strong>Summary</strong></p> <p>In this episode we sit down with David Hambling, the author of Swarm Troopers and a prolific Uncrewed systems and tech Journalist, to dive into the rapid evolution of drone warfare. David shares how commercial drone technology has completely outpaced traditional military innovation, leading to a revolution on the battlefield. We discuss the failures of rigid defense procurement systems, the rise of AI-driven drone swarms, and how uncrewed systems are shaping the future of warfare. What really stood out was how drones have become a democratized technology—no longer limited to billion-dollar defense programs but now driven by individuals and small teams in garages, rapidly adapting and innovating.</p> <p>With China poised to make major breakthroughs in uncrewed warfare, the next decade will be a race to keep up, and I can’t help but wonder if Western nations will be able to match the pace.</p> <p><strong>Key Takeaways</strong></p> <ul> <li data-start="32" data-end="238"> <p data-start="35" data-end="238"><strong data-start="35" data-end= "59">Drone Warfare’s Rise</strong> – In Swarm Troopers (2015), David Hambling predicted the rise of small drones in combat. Today, conflicts like Ukraine confirm how commercial drone tech has reshaped warfare.</p> </li> <li data-start="240" data-end="444"> <p data-start="243" data-end="444"><strong data-start="243" data-end="267">Procurement Failures</strong> – Hambling criticizes Western defense procurement for repeated drone project failures. Meanwhile, Ukraine innovates rapidly, driven by frontline necessity and small startups.</p> </li> <li data-start="446" data-end="616"> <p data-start="449" data-end="616"><strong data-start="449" data-end="472">Swarming & Autonomy</strong> – AI-driven drone swarms are becoming a reality, with Ukraine, Israel, and others already experimenting with coordinated, high-speed attacks.</p> </li> <li data-start="618" data-end="844"> <p data-start="621" data-end="844"><strong data-start="621" data-end="643">Drone Tech for All</strong> – Unlike costly military R&D, drone innovations now come from individuals and small teams, leading to rapid battlefield adaptations like fiber-optic-controlled drones and incendiary ‘Dragon Drones.’</p> </li> <li data-start="846" data-end="1048" data-is-last-node=""> <p data-start="849" data-end="1048" data-is-last-node=""> <strong data-start="849" data-end="879">Future of Uncrewed Systems</strong> – China is emerging as a leader in drone warfare, developing advanced uncrewed carriers, aerial swarms, and undersea deterrents, challenging Western nations to keep up.</p> </li> </ul> <p class="p1">Find out more about David at <span class= "Apple-converted-space">his</span> website:</p> <p><a href= "https://www.swarm-troopers.com/">https://www.swarm-troopers.com/</a></p> <p class="p1">or contact on Linkedin here: <span class= "s1"><a href= "https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-hambling-3037b7a/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-hambling-3037b7a/</a></span></p> <p class="p1">You can find more details on our website at:</p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1"><a href= "http://www.ttpod.net/"><strong>www.ttpod.net/</strong></a></span></p> <p class="p1">or follow us on LinkedIn: </p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1"><a href= "https://www.linkedin.com/company/ttpod">https://www.linkedin.com/company/ttpod</a></span></p>
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