Velox 3D at the Flaming Shield 2026 Defence Technology Hackathon
This year, we joined “Flaming Shield”, a defence technology hackathon organised for the fourth time by the Lithuanian Riflemen’s Union and Tech-Park Kaunas. This year’s theme, “Protect the Sky,” challenged participants to develop innovative solutions for monitoring, protecting and defending Lithuania’s airspace.
The Velox 3D team took part to showcase Artec 3D scanners, their advanced technological capabilities and their potential applications in the defence sector. We’re delighted by the interest shown by participants and guests, and believe that advanced 3D scanning technologies can contribute to strengthening security in Lithuania and around the world. We look forward to contributing our expertise and technological solutions to the continued development of this field.
More about “Flaming Shield”
“Flaming Shield” brings together technology developers, business, academia, and the defense community to create solutions that strengthen the security of Lithuania and the Baltic region.
The 2026 strategic mission is “Protect the Sky.” Drone attacks, electronic warfare, and cyber threats are transforming the modern security landscape, so this year’s hackathon calls for solutions that strengthen airspace monitoring, protection, and defense.
Organized since 2023 by the Lithuanian Riflemen’s Union and Tech-Park Kaunas, “Flaming Shield” has become one of the most important platforms for defense technology (DefTech), space technology, and cybersecurity innovation in Lithuania. Here, ideas turn into prototypes, teams into long-term partnerships, and the most promising solutions reach the market and the defense sector.
Each year the hackathon brings together more than 300 participants, over 50 teams, and more than 100 mentors, experts, and investors. Its alumni — Luna Robotics, Astrolight, Broswarm, PDKinematics, TD Autonomy, and other teams — have already attracted more than 7 million euros in investment.
