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On track for sleeper integration
Timber railway sleepers may be highly sought-after in garden landscapes, but in railway infrastructure they are less than ideal.
New 3D stretchable electronics can advance organ-on-chip technology
Engineers from the University of New South Wales (UNSW) have discovered a way to create flexible electronic systems on ultra-thin...
Protecting micro-environments in flood-prone areas
Sheltered areas, known as micro-environments, can substantially increase the risk of corrosion. In flood-prone areas, this risk is even greater.
Grey ship technology: AUKUS and beyond
Whether you agree with ceding more control to computers or not, we are constantly reminded of a connected world, but...
Anything but child’s play
They may be largely unseen, but the engineers who bring toys to life have a unique set of challenges.
Techwatch: The latest developments from around the world
From thread-like pumps to advanced robots inspired by insects here are the latest tech developments from Universities around the world
Molecular recycling could be the future of sustainable plastic
New Australian technology promises to make plastics infinitely recyclable. Can it deliver for the environment?
Sustainable transportation: The advancement of battery technology to reach net zero
Transportation is an integral – but carbon-intensive – part of our lives. ABB’s modular onboard energy storage system is improving...
We have lift off!
From delivery drones to battery-powered rockets, West Australian electrical engineer Naomi Altman works on some of the most innovative projects...
Major changes to construction code set to improve corrosion protection
Engineers will be able to choose from a range of well-defined steel coating solutions and provide a higher level of...
