Citadel North builds autonomous firefighting drones that can launch and reach fire sites within seconds of an alarm. Their Epsilon drone uses AI‑driven perception, thermal imaging, 3D depth sensing, and LiDAR to navigate smoke‑filled or structurally compromised environments and deliver a fire‑suppressant payload for immediate remote suppression, helping fire departments and industrial safety teams reduce fire spread and protect responders.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Fire emergencies often require rapid response to prevent loss of life and property, but traditional firefighting resources can be delayed, costly, and limited by accessibility in hazardous environments.
Solution
Citadel North develops autonomous drones that combine AI, advanced perception, and firefighting payloads to reach fire sites within seconds of an alarm. The Epsilon drone can launch, navigate, and deploy fire suppressant autonomously, providing an immediate first‑line response while human crews mobilize. Integrated thermal imaging, 3D depth sensing, and LiDAR enable real‑time situational awareness and obstacle avoidance, ensuring safe operation in smoke‑filled or structurally compromised areas. By delivering a rapid, remote suppression capability, the system aims to reduce fire spread, lower response costs, and improve safety for responders and civilians alike.
Target Audience
Primary customers are municipal fire departments, industrial safety teams, and private emergency‑response organizations that need rapid, remote fire‑suppression capabilities.
Features
- Autonomous launch and flight with up to 15 minutes of battery‑powered endurance
- Firefighting module with rotating drum delivering continuous suppressant for up to 5 minutes
- Protective shielding that safeguards electronics from heat and water exposure
- Modular attachment system for quick integration of additional payloads or sensors
- 3D depth‑sensing camera combined with thermal imaging for precise fire detection and tracking
- 360° LiDAR‑based situational awareness and obstacle‑avoidance for safe navigation in cluttered environments