Industry
New net-zero energy education centre walks the walk on sustainable building practices
Engineers and architects are combining forces to create an Australian first: a net-zero energy education and research centre.
Why you should apply for Australia’s Most Innovative Engineers, according to a past winner
If you’re an engineer working on something truly innovative, now’s the time to take the chance to apply for Australia’s...
Adelaide’s new wind tunnel is Aussie Olympic cyclists’ secret weapon
A high-tech wind tunnel in Adelaide is Australia's newest tool to help its Olympic cyclists gain a competitive edge.
Opal Tower advice should apply to other critical engineering disciplines, experts say
An investigation has found that components of Sydney’s Opal Tower were under-designed, and made recommendations to stop this happening again....
New Infrastructure WA authority to keep engineering jobs in the pipeline
There’s a growing demand for engineers in WA, and legislation to establish a state infrastructure authority is a promising sign...
“Right engine, wrong time”: Why the crankless engine never found fame like its combustion cousin
Possibly one of engineering’s most under-appreciated innovations, the crankless engine was the right product at the wrong time.
World-first robot takes on the dirty and dangerous work of removing toxic chemical waste
Christopher Jansen knew how dangerous catalyst removal could be for workers. His hardy robot can do its job in places...
New standards help keep Australia’s buildings standing come fire or flood
More than half of all buildings standing in Australia in 2050 will be built after the next update of the...
Queensland startup builds ‘One Vision’ for a vibrant local space industry
Gilmour Space Technologies recently unveiled its locally built Ariel Class rocket and mobile launch platform – another step towards its...
Engineers and artists join forces to highlight our growing space junk problem
In a bid to raise awareness of the threat posed by space junk, UK sound artist Nick Ryan has enlisted...
