The Technion’s story has been intertwined with Israel’s for more than a century, from laying the foundations for a new nation to shaping its future.
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Since the founding of the State of Israel, protecting the nation has been a defining focus for Technion faculty, students, and alumni. Across generations, they’ve helped shape the country’s defense and security ecosystem through breakthrough science and engineering. Here’s a look at recent innovations that are making a real-world impact in the defense sector.
Iron Beam destroys short-range rockets, artillery, and mortar bombs using a laser beam — eliminating the need for expensive missiles and making it more cost-effective than Iron Dome.
The Ministry of Defense is developing camouflage materials that will conceal soldiers and can be molded to take the shape and look of objects, like rocks and trees. Image: AI simulation.
Scanary.ai’s radar-plus-AI system scans people in motion from up to 30 feet without requiring pat-downs, offering rapid, nonintrusive threat detection that could transform crowd screening at large events. Photo: stock image
Next-gen technologies deliver 360-degree situational awareness, providing real-time visibility and rapid response capabilities to tackle today’s complex security challenges. Photo credit: Liquid360.
A revolutionary bus stop doubles as a blast shield and includes safety sensors, charging ports, and even a water fountain — built for both crisis and comfort.
