DST's underwater explosives test facility is a unique capability in the southern hemisphere and has wide ranging potential for both surface and subsurface research and development of maritime platforms.
Fact sheets
Our handy fact sheets give an overview of important aspects of our research and facilities.
Fact Sheets
DST in collaboration with the US Air Force Research Laboratory has developed a new paradigm for mission-based propulsion system design.
The use of integrated live, virtual, and constructive (LVC) systems for training is expected to provide a range of benefits to the Australian Defence Force, including reduced costs, increased safety and enhanced training outcomes.
DST is undertaking research and experimentation in quantum technologies to provide much improved capabilities in timing, sensing and measurements, and imaging.
DST is undertaking research aimed at reducing risk and increasing capability of ADF helicopter operations in challenging environments.
In collaboration with industry and academia, DST has developed a high-energy, gut-friendly snack bar for ADF personnel.
DST's Research Services Division delivers a range of services that enable science and technology research across the organisation.
DST is investigating how to utilse the power and speed of machine-based cognition to better defence Australia and its interests.
DST is seeking to establish collaborative partnerships with industry and academia to conduct research relating to realtime automation that may contribute to decision superiority.
DST is developing SMARTNet in collaboration with its partners in industry and academia to help soldiers cope with the complexity of the modern warfighting environment.