Industry
Engineers learn how to make more powerful surf fins from the experts: whales
To achieve a more powerful thrust through the water, a surfboard designer has turned to humpback whale flippers for inspiration.
Australia makes moves to become a major battery technology exporter
Expanding Australia’s battery manufacturing industry could deliver $2.5 billion in benefits to the Australian economy over the next 15 years.
Government boosts space infrastructure funding by $19.5 million, but is it enough?
The 2019 Federal Budget includes $19.5 million to support space projects over the next three years in a bid to...
There is no ‘set and forget’ attitude when it comes to smart cities of the future
Cities must stay nimble and responsive to cope with the demands of a growing population. Australia’s cities need to focus...
Federal Budget 2019-20: Infrastructure and STEM windfall should come with a grain of salt
The Federal Budget 2019-20 has been revealed, and here’s the state of play for areas that will most affect the...
Is Australia ready for self-driving cars?
Australia leads the world in regulatory support for autonomous vehicles, but has to catch up to other countries’ overall readiness...
Australia is readying itself to be a global hub for space tourism
Our airports might soon become launch pads to meet the needs of eager space tourists ready and willing to reach...
NSW election results 2019: Who won and what it means for the next four years
The ballots are in and the next government for New South Wales is all but decided. Here’s an analysis of...
What do the 2019 NSW election results mean for engineers?
The ballots are in from the NSW state election. Here’s what the outlook is for the engineering profession in four...
How one engineer built her career on turning challenges into opportunities
Taking on highly complex defence work helped engineer Rachel Harch advance her career and become the youngest Fellow of Engineers...
