General Lithium Battery Powers Victory at National Security Hackathon

General Lithium's custom battery technology propelled the AI Laser Sentinel to victory at the National Security Hackathon, showcasing unmatched efficiency and resilience in drone defense systems. Learn about their cutting-edge solutions that are redefining power management for critical defense technologies.

Anna Hollingsworth

5/7/20241 min read

The National Security Hackathon at Shack15 brought together innovative minds to address the critical challenges in national defense and security. Amidst the flurry of groundbreaking ideas and technological advances, one team stood out: the AI Laser Sentinel team, powered by a custom battery solution from General Lithium. Their anti-UAS (Unmanned Aircraft System) edge-deployed AI and laser defense system not only performed impeccably but also took 1st place with its precision drone destruction capabilities.

AI Laser Sentinel: Cutting-Edge Defense Innovation

Designed and built by Michael LaFramboise, Margarita Geleta, and John Marmaduke, the AI Laser Sentinel system combines powerful AI-driven detection with a laser defense mechanism to identify and neutralize unauthorized drones swiftly. General Lithium's CTO, Justin Zelaya, contributed significantly to this success with a custom battery solution that provided consistent, reliable power to the system throughout the competition.

General Lithium’s Battery Solution: A Winning Edge

The AI Laser Sentinel's success hinged on General Lithium's sophisticated battery, optimized for drones and other edge-deployed systems:

  1. Unmatched Efficiency: General Lithium's battery ensured seamless power delivery for the AI Laser Sentinel, allowing rapid detection and response against hostile drones.

  2. Durability in Harsh Conditions: The battery was crafted to withstand adverse conditions while maintaining performance, demonstrating resilience even under high-stress scenarios.

  3. Smart Power Management: The intelligent battery system efficiently manages power distribution to the AI and laser systems, enabling precise energy bursts crucial for neutralizing threats.

Empowering Edge Applications with Custom Battery Solutions

General Lithium specializes in creating battery systems tailored for drones, IoT devices, and other edge-deployed applications where efficiency, reliability, and performance are paramount. The National Security Hackathon proved that their expertise in custom battery solutions can redefine how power systems serve advanced defense technologies.

Join General Lithium's Mission

General Lithium is looking for visionary investors and ambitious customers in the B2B and B2G markets to join them in revolutionizing battery technology for cutting-edge applications. Together, let's build the next generation of power systems and push the boundaries of innovation in national security. Reach out to General Lithium to explore partnerships that will energize your projects with custom battery solutions.