Industry
Why are timber buildings suddenly becoming more popular?
No longer relegated to ‘structures of a certain size’, timber buildings are making a comeback – and moving up in...
Infrastructure reform is past due, says one industry expert
The Australian Infrastructure Plan emphasises the need to pursue infrastructure reform that would see more services delivered through well-regulated markets.
$30 for custom-made prosthetics? With 3D printing, it’s becoming possible
A biomedical engineering student at Monash University is using 3D printing to create low-cost prosthetics for people missing fingers.
Do underground cities offer a solution to the world’s urban boom?
Humans have moved from cave dwellings to skyscrapers. But we’re reaching a point where we can’t cram more buildings and...
How engineers behind the new Brisbane airport runway moved earth and sea
It involved soil wicking, turtle tickling and the movement by sea of almost 11 million m³ of sand.
First next-gen warship passes trial run with flying colours
The first warship from the Air Warfare Destroyer Alliance successfully completes its sea trials.
Deadline set for when roads need to be ready for autonomous vehicles
Australian governments have been put on notice that they need to be ready for autonomous vehicles in the next couple...
New sensor system monitors mine safety in real time
New sensors and software could greatly improve mine safety by monitoring block caving projects where miners go beneath an ore...
Infrastructure monitoring might soon be the work of specialised drones
An engineering student is investigating the use of drones and laser scanning tech to boost infrastructure monitoring capabilities, especially for...
Behind the scenes of the ‘biggest science project ever attempted’
In WA's remote Murchison region, engineers and astrophysicist are toiling away on the groundwork for the world's largest radio telescope...
