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 2024
Project Kickoff
We officially launch the next phase of our development! Last time, we built Lapyx 3, took major strides toward autonomous flight, and pushed the boundaries of solar-powered aviation. Now, we’re setting our sights even higher. New challenges, new innovations, and a new era for Team Daedalus
Feb 2025
Recruitment Event
We’re looking for the new members! On February 27th, there would be a recruitment event to bring in fresh talent from various disciplines. If you’re passionate about aerospace, autonomy, or sustainability, this is your chance to join Team Daedalus!
Mar 2025
EPFL SIC + Techkriti
We will participate in EPFL SIC and Techkriti, two leading tech and innovation events. These are key moments for us to showcase our progress, gain valuable insights, and connect with other forward-thinking teams. Stay tuned for updates from the events!
Apr 2025
Coming soon...
A moment we’ve been working toward. You’ll want to be there when it happens…
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.