DUAL HUB LIBRARY
Publications on dual-use innovation that contribute to national development through collaboration between the defense sector and the science, technology, and innovation ecosystem
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MAGAZINE
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BOOK
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ILLUSTRATED NOTES
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TALKS
The Dual Hub Library brings together specialized publications on dual innovation developed byKnow Hub Chile.
These publications present conceptual frameworks, models, experiences, and lessons learned regarding systematic collaboration between the defense sector and the civilian Science , Technology, Knowledge, and Innovation (STKI) ecosystem .
They are an open invitation to the entire national ecosystem to join in the development of dual innovation, which holds enormous potential for the advancement of the country’s productive sector, strategic independence, and social cohesion.
Official magazine:
Dual Hub Impact
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Dual Hub Impact is the first magazine published by the Dual Hub platform, released in May 2026 to coincide with the fourth Dual Hub Summit, held on April 10 as part of FIDAE 2026.
It brings together coverage of the event, insights from representatives of the Chilean and international dual-track ecosystem, and a look back at the four editions of the Summit since its inception in Concepción in May 2025.
Through articles, testimonials, and a timeline of the programs launched by Dual Hub, the magazine documents the collaboration between the Armed Forces, academia, industry, and the public sector that has shaped dual innovation in Chile.
Illustrated Notes:
Dual Hub Summit - Fourth Meeting
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This book compiles the illustrated notes from the fourth Dual Hub Summit, held on April 10, 2026, as part of FIDAE in Santiago.
The pages cover the event’s discussions across three sections: the opening panel on dual innovation for the country’s development, featuring representatives from TNO and CDTI in Spain, along with the Chilean Air Force.
Also, a talk by Pablo Rojas of Oracle on artificial intelligence, sovereignty, and decision-making in complex environments; and a national panel on opportunities in dual-use innovation, featuring representatives from Corfo, the Undersecretariat of Defense, and ANID.
A visual summary of the meeting that established dual innovation as a strategic priority for Chile.
Illustrated Notes:
Dual Hub Summit - Third Meeting
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This book compiles the illustrated notes from the third Dual Hub Summit, held on October 24, 2025, in Viña del Mar.
With a focus on dual-use innovation ecosystems, the event explored how to create the conditions necessary for Chile to develop its own capabilities in dual-use technologies.
Its pages feature insights from MIT, the Spanish ecosystem’s experience with CDTI, Indra, and Eurecat, and an overview of unmanned systems and emerging technologies with applications in both defense and the civilian sector.
Illustrated Notes:
Dual Hub Summit - Second Meeting
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Illustrated notes from the talks and panels at the second Dual Hub Summit.
The event brought together representatives from the defense sector, academia, industry, and the entrepreneurial ecosystem around a common theme: dual innovation as a development strategy for Chile.
Its pages cover a wide range of topics, from Gene Keselman’s talk at MIT on startups to the results of the Avante Shipbuilding Challenge—the first open innovation program in the defense sector developed in the country—as well as the experience of Spain’s CDTI and the debate on the enabling architecture that Chile needs to build.
Illustrated Notes:
Dual Hub Summit - First Meeting
About this book
Illustrated notes from the talks, panel discussions, and presentations that took place during the first edition of the Dual Hub Summit in Concepción.
Throughout its pages, readers can explore the key themes that shaped the event: from Know Hub Chile’s opening address to the panels on the aerospace industry, the space economy, shipbuilding, and green hydrogen, featuring representatives from academia, the Armed Forces, industry, and the entrepreneurial ecosystem.
A visual overview of the dialogues shaping dual innovation in Chile.
Dual Innovation in Chile: An Initial Model to Contribute to National Development
About this book
This book presents a conceptual framework for dual innovation based on the compilation and analysis of the experiences of CITA and Know Hub Chile. It is the result of a collaborative effort aimed at proposing an initial model of dual innovation for Chile, taking into account the interaction between the civilian sector and the defense sector in the innovation process.
Presentation video
Learn about the book's content and scope.
Conceptual Framework
Key concepts covered in the publication
DUAL INNOVATION
It is defined as the interaction between the civilian sector and the defense sector in the innovation process, with the aim of creating value in both contexts. It involves collaboration and the joint development of technological solutions that can be used in both civilian and military applications.
TECHNICAL PROBLEM
A description of a specific situation that arises in a particular context and requires a technological solution. This is the first stage of the technological process, which then, through technological development, evolves into a technological solution.
TECHNOLOGICAL DEVELOPMENT
The creation and improvement of products, processes, or services through the application of scientific and technical knowledge. This involves various stages, ranging from identifying needs, research, and analysis, to design, development, testing, implementation, and maintenance.
TECHNOLOGICAL SOLUTION
The culmination of the technological process, which includes needs assessment, research and analysis, conceptual and detailed design, development, testing, implementation, and maintenance. These projects can range from basic research to products, processes, or services currently available on the market.
Launch event
The book launch took place at the headquarters of the Chilean Economic Development Agency (CORFO). The event featured a discussion between CITA’s Head of Planning, First Lieutenant Francisca Lema, and Know Hub Chile’s Innovation Coordinator, Jovanka Trebotich, moderated by journalist Davor Gjuranovic.
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