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Our finished cases

Interested in learning more about some previously submitted ideas that turned into cases? Read more about them below!

EUnify

The Story of EUnify: from idea to product – Autonomous tracking node with a long range

Key User Requirements in UI Development

A physical sandbox to evaluate the potential of pulse laser cleaning for the maintenance of naval vessels.

Pulse Laser Cleaning

A physical sandbox to evaluate the potential of pulse laser cleaning for the maintenance of naval vessels.

Evaluation of Holographic technology

A study to explore the possibilities of holographic technology within the Belgian Defence.

BoTH 2: Drones

Battlefield of Things 2 Hackathon Apply 30 May - 1 June 2025 DronePort - Sint-Truiden Battlefield of Things 2: Drones Hackathon The Battlefield of Things 2: Drones was a two-and-a-half-day [...]

Navy Hackathon 2024

The Belgian Navy Hackathon is an Open Innovation event. It brings together Navy personnel and civilian professionals, representing the entire Belgian maritime ecosystem.

Innovation training Para’s

During this hand-on innovation session the para commando’s of Belgian Defence delved deeper into the world of innovation.

Real-Time Remote Maintenance Assistance

RTRMA envisions the Navy’s remote maintenance of mine countermeasure vessels. This project explores existing systems and future possibilities to define precise acquisition requirements for military-specific needs.

BoTH 1

The two-day Battlefield of Things Hackathon is an innovation event that unites Belgian IoT enthusiasts, students, IoT professionals, and BELDEF personnel for hands-on innovation in IoT design.

Enhancing maritime wellbeing

Through the ‘Enhancing Maritime Wellbeing’-case, we are exploring the potential of Starlink technology to seamlessly connect those stationed on navy ships with their loved ones back on the homefront.

XRlabs – Virtual reality training facilities

XRlabs spearheads a groundbreaking military-grade multi-user VR tracking system, backed by a comprehensive feasibility study, promising innovation in defense and broader applications.