SOLAR-POWERED
AUTONOMOUS
AIRCRAFT
TEAM DAEDALUS
Our vision is to create a solar-powered autonomous drone capable of prolonged aerial surveillance, to be used for wildfire detection.
Latest Prototype
LAPYX 3.0
Our latest prototype, Lapyx 3, has recently been completed. It is a direct iteration on Lapyx 2.1. She has a 3.2 meter wingspan and a weighs 2.8 kilograms. Flight dynamics have been improved a lot, this will enable Lapyx 3 to have solar panels on board.
Upgrades will be made on Lapyx 3: add solar panels, implement an autopilot and add an onboard camera module.
Upcoming Events 2025 - 2026
Sep 2025
Lapyx 4 reveal event
Join us as we unveil the next generation of innovation with Lapyx 4.
TBD
Lapyx 4 maiden flight
Content for this section will be available soon. Stay tuned.
Our sponsors
Join us in shaping the future of solar-powered aviation! As a sponsor, your company will support our team, gain visibility at top tech events, and connect with the next generation of engineers. Together, we can push the boundaries of aerospace. Let’s make an impact—partner with us today!
How to get involved
We consist of highly motivated students from a number of different faculties. All of us are eager to make an impact, and we hope to do so through this student team.
Whether you’re ready to sponsor or are eager to join the team, we’d love to hear from you. Reach out through our contact form or email us directly at contact@teamdaedalus.eu. Together, we can achieve the extraordinary.