Michael LaFramboise is the co-founder and CEO of Aurelius Systems, a defense technology startup building the next generation of autonomous counter-UAS. Their premier product, the Archimedes Laser Sentinel, combines high-powered directed energy with edge-deployed advanced control for unparalleled point-defense capabilities.TOPICS
(0:00) Intro
(1:06) Our First Laser Guest
(2:29) BlueHalo’s Locust
(4:29) US Navy Laser Weapons
(5:51) Steve’s Sub Experiences
(8:14) What’s Different About Defense
(11:25) A New Defense YC?
(17:14) Aurelius’ Laser, Explained
(26:45) Demo Plans + Fundraising
(32:58) Improving CROWS Weapon System
(39:46) Aurelius Growth Plan
(44:25) Importance of Lobbying
(48:08) How Long EW Will Be Effective Against Drones
(57:31) The Path to a $1T Laser Company
(01:01:22) 7/11 Life After Defense Companies
(01:10:41) Investor Relations Life
(01:16:11) Founder Life = R&R (Raising and Recruiting)
(01:17:54) Computer Vision and Equipment Challenges
(01:24:30) Outro
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