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 is investigating how to utilse the power and speed of machine-based cognition to better defence Australia and its interests.

DST is undertaking research aimed at reducing risk and increasing capability of ADF helicopter operations in challenging environments.

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.

DST's Research Services Division delivers a range of services that enable science and technology research across the organisation.

DST's Scientific Engineering Services delivers specialised scientific engineering, design and fabrication solutions to DST divisions, Defence and industry.

DST is seeking to establish collaborative partnerships with industry and academia to conduct research relating to realtime automation that may contribute to decision superiority.

Ravos is a smart autonomous control system that provides intra-vehicle and inter-vehicle coordinated, resilient, adaptable services.

DST is undertaking research and experimentation into tactical combat and mission systems integration aimed at enhancing the ADF's warfighting capability.

DST is developing an Australian capability to design, build and operate space missions to meet national objectives.