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This innovation could make wave energy a viable renewable alternative
An Australian-led research team has developed prototype technology that can double the power harvested from ocean waves, potentially making wave...
Engineers are cooking up ways to grow fresh food in space
Supporting the nutrient requirements of crew members is critical for deep space missions. Engineers are working on growing fresh food...
Do porcupine quills hold the secret to lighter, stronger materials?
Porcupines are born with thousands of sharp, needle-like quills. A group of engineers have discovered that with 3D printing, these...
The engineers helping Aussie athletes to Paralympic gold
When archer Taymon Kenton-Smith takes aim in the 2020 Tokyo Paralympic Games, he’ll hold the bow with a custom grip...
What does the expansion of mandatory engineers registration mean for you?
From 1 July this year, NSW and Victoria took a significant step toward strengthening the engineering industry with the implementation...
The Australian team bringing bionic vision into focus
Neurotechnology could deliver revolutionary results for people with vision loss. One Melbourne bionic eye prototype works in sheep, but is...
World-first Queensland facility turning textiles into raw materials
At a new facility in South West Queensland, innovative textile recovery processes will help reduce landfill pileup by turning worn-out...
IPCC report highlights need for greater input from engineers on climate change
The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has released a scathing report into the human impact of climate change.
Student ambassadors show the value of volunteering
To celebrate National Student Volunteer Week (9-15 August), create spoke with four current and former Engineers Australia student ambassadors to...
From feathers to jet packs: the history of personal flying devices
For centuries humans have been enamoured with the idea of flight. Even with aircraft zipping across the planet, humans have...
