Innovation
The surprising engineering origins of 5 everyday items
From military ingenuity to industrial creativity, engineering advancements have given rise to practical household essentials.
How NASA uses generative design to triple component strength
Advances in generative design and AI are changing the way NASA creates some of its most complex machines.
Infographic: How this marine hybrid power and propulsion solution is driving sustainability benefits
The company behind a marine plug-in hybrid power system says it could offer the maritime industry both financial and environmental...
How ROVs are improving safety in underwater engineering operations
Installing and maintaining underwater cables has long been considered a high-risk operation, but with the development of remotely operated vehicles,...
Here’s how an Australian engineer designed a car that can change its colour
The idea of a colour-changing vehicle may sound like something out of a James Bond movie, but it’s a reality...
“Like building a plane while flying it”: The challenges of decarbonising AI and digital technologies
With AI spurring a more than tenfold increase in energy demand from data centres, how can Australia ensure that a...
Three data-driven solutions to solve real-world industry problems
From boosting productivity to grappling with scope three emissions calculations, embracing the Internet of Things is essential to moving the...
Crop check: AI gives rise to Australian-made spore-trapping technology
This engineer has developed an award-winning device to help farmers keep their crops healthier while using pesticides less often.
The mind behind the screen: How the rise of AI is changing engineering innovation
Tools derived from AI and machine learning are all around us, but what engineering principles lie behind the creation of...
Going the distance to close health care gaps
How a hydrogen-fuelled medical drone could help rural and remote communities overcome persistent health care inequities.
