News and insights from BATTLEPAD

A new chapter in European defence innovation has begun with the launch of BATTLEPAD, a cutting-edge project funded under the European Defence Fund (EDF). Bringing together the expertise of three highly specialized companies — MUSE Electronics, Milsistemika, and ORQA — BATTLEPAD aims to push the boundaries of modern defence technology through close multinational collaboration.

What Is BATTLEPAD?

BATTLEPAD is designed as a forward-looking technological initiative focused on advancing next-generation situational awareness and field-level operational capability. Its mission is straightforward yet ambitious:
to explore and develop technologies that improve how units perceive, communicate, and act in dynamic operational environments.

While the project spans a range of research domains, its shared objective remains clear — to deliver meaningful technological progress that supports the European defence ecosystem.

Three Companies, One Vision

MUSE Electronics

Known for its deep engineering expertise, MUSE Electronics brings robust hardware design, electronics integration, and system reliability to the project. Their role centers on developing the physical technological backbone required for BATTLEPAD’s capabilities.

MIL Sistemika

A specialist in software and digital systems, Milsistemika contributes its strengths in mission-critical applications, data processing, and tactical communications. Their role is crucial to ensuring that BATTLEPAD’s capabilities are intuitive, seamless, and operationally effective.

ORQA

Recognized globally for its advanced vision systems and high-performance FPV technology, ORQA adds its unique knowledge in imaging, real-time video, and user-centric interface design. Their contribution supports the project’s aim of creating more informed and connected operators.

Why This Collaboration Matters

BATTLEPAD demonstrates the growing importance of collaborative innovation within Europe’s defence sector. By combining the strengths of three highly specialized companies, the project is able to tackle challenges that no single organization could address alone.

This partnership also highlights the EDA’s commitment to fostering cross-border cooperation, encouraging technological sovereignty, and supporting the development of solutions that enhance operational effectiveness and resilience.

Looking Ahead

The BATTLEPAD project is still in its early stages, but its collaborative spirit and forward-thinking approach set a promising foundation for what lies ahead. As MUSE Electronics, Milsistemika, and ORQA continue working together, their joint expertise has the potential to shape new standards for how technology supports modern defence operations.

More updates will follow as the project progresses — and as BATTLEPAD moves from concept to capability.

The landscape of modern conflict is undergoing a profound transformation. Kinetic warfare is now increasingly intertwined with digital aggression, where cyber-attacks are deployed as a standard component of military campaigns. This new reality places the integrity of classified information at significant risk, directly impacting the ability of armed forces to react swiftly and effectively to dynamic, hostile environments. To maintain a critical advantage, a new generation of powerful, secure digital tools for individual personnel is not just a preference—it is an urgent necessity.

A New Foundation for Military IT

The convergence of physical and digital warfare demands a fundamental rethinking of military technology. The increasing prevalence of cyber-attacks as a component of military strategy has exposed the vulnerabilities of conventional systems and highlighted the urgent need for the secure digitalization of armed forces. Simply adapting consumer technology is insufficient for the high-stakes environment of national defence.

The path forward lies in developing a new generation of military end-user devices built on a foundation of edge computing, secure connectivity, and guaranteed interoperability. These are not just technological enhancements; they are strategic imperatives for maintaining an advantage in 21st-century conflict. By providing personnel with powerful, secure, and flexible digital tools, we can empower them to operate with greater speed, precision, and safety, ensuring they are prepared for the challenges of today and tomorrow. Project BATTLEPAD aims to deliver that next-level capability, establishing a new standard for military IT.