Ben Metcalfe, a second-year aerospace engineering student from the University of Carleton, completed his co-op term at Battlefield International Inc. from May to August 2024. Throughout his placement, Ben demonstrated a positive attitude, emotional stability, and strong documentation skills, all of which contributed to his successful integration into the engineering team. Ben was involved in the design of a tensile tester, which included both mechanical components and an electronic circuit. His meticulous documentation and application of mathematical principles were well-received by his direct supervisors and the engineering director, who were very satisfied with his contributions. Ben’s steady performance and attention to detail were noted as key strengths. The positive feedback Ben received during his co-op experience at Battlefield International highlights his growing capabilities in aerospace engineering, providing a solid foundation as he continues his studies.

Jean Cloete, a second-year mechanical engineering student from the University of Ottawa, completed a four-month co-op placement at Battlefield International Inc. from May to August 2024. During his time with the company, Jean worked on several engineering projects, showcasing his critical thinking skills and strong mathematical foundation. Among his many projects, Jean contributed to the design of a pressure booster for hydraulic testing, a key component in an impulse testing setup. He also worked on multiple CFD simulations that helped the engineering team quantify the pressure drop across different designs. His ability to approach complex engineering challenges and deliver quality work impressed both his direct supervisors and the engineering director. They were very satisfied with his performance, noting his analytical approach and problem-solving abilities. As Jean returns to his studies, the positive feedback from his co-op term at Battlefield International is expected to serve as a strong endorsement of his potential as a future engineer.

Jacob Van Eek, a second-year mechanical engineering student from Calvin University, completed a four-month co-op placement at Battlefield International Inc. from May to August 2024. Jacob’s logical thinking, sharp decision-making, and efficient work style earned him high marks from both his direct supervisors and the engineering director. During his placement, Jacob worked on the design and assembly of a burst chamber, as well as a cycle tester designed to repeatedly cycle a QD through its connection and disconnection phases. His ability to complete these projects ahead of schedule while maintaining a high standard of quality impressed the leadership team at Battlefield International, who were very satisfied with his overall performance. Jacob’s successful co-op term has not only provided him with valuable engineering experience but also garnered strong commendations from his supervisors, which will be beneficial as he advances in his academic and professional pursuits.

Here is Textron’s Aerosonde new VTOL military drone. It’s jammed with Cayuga Ontario designed and produced technology including the main pusher propellor. Daniel Fenton, Steve Fenton and Propellor Designer Fadi Mishriky (left to right) were honoured to be invited by Textron to participate in the private first test flight with our Cayuga designed and produced advanced propellor at an undisclosed Army base in Virginia. Battlefield is the global leader in what we do, and we are integrated into countless Defense UAV programs’ on-board systems in NATO friendly countries. But this Aerosonde MK. 4-7 HQ is one of the most advanced “runway independent” fixed wing UAV’s in today’s world and the US military has recently downselected this pictured system for the army Shadow UAV replacement. We are also thrilled that Canada has begun working with this UAV as it has significant Canadian designed and produced content from Battlefield International Inc. Canada. When our government chooses military equipment that firstly is at the very advanced leading edge technically, and at the same time is loaded up with Canadian content, it’s truly a “win” “win”. It demonstrated shockingly effortless VTOL to fixed wing flight on a windy day. It landed in the exact same place it took off from. 650,000 flight hours of experience have been achieved in the pre-VTOL Aerosonde program, and every hour was flown with Canadian Battlefield Cayuga products on board. The UAV’s shown in the YouTube video link at the very bottom of this text shows the six brands competing for the Shadow replacement. All of these fine brands fly with Battlefield International Cayuga, designed and produced products on board. There are only two aircraft left in the US Army competition and although all brands here are highly advanced, the Aerosonde looks like the front runner to us at this point in time by a country mile! (A Cayuga country mile even) https://canadiandefencereview.com/aerosonde-mk-4-7-operational-at-cfb-edmonton/ https://www.textronsystems.com/our-company/news-events/articles/news/aerosonde-uas-right-choice-your-uas-needs-wherever-your https://youtu.be/NXXEIssky2Y?si=TXHWvE_olMgvJlxM