Industry
This company wants to electrify the world of drag racing
One innovator is combining his passion for electronics and very fast cars to create a new breed of solar-powered dragsters.
New innovation tests for malaria without drawing a drop of blood
A 24-year-old Ugandan engineer has won Africa’s most prestigious engineering prize for inventing a quick, low-cost malaria test that doesn’t...
If you want sustainable cities, you need to first consider resilience
Strengthening resilience today is a prerequisite for achieving sustainable cities in the future, says one industry expert.
Drones, abseiling and 3D modelling give engineers a new view on structural audits
A company in Western Australia is shaking up the field of structural audits by using drones, abseiling engineers and 3D...
Here’s a look at what might become Australia’s tallest building
If approved, not only would the Magic tower be the tallest building in Australia, but it would pip New Zealand's...
The road ahead for driverless cars is a long and winding one
There are many problems to be solved before driverless cars are widespread – and a shortage of engineering talent is...
How one chemical engineer used his skills to get in the spirit of rum making
Many of us enjoy a drink (or two) at the end of the day, but for chemical engineer Alex Bell,...
Young engineers take the helm of Australia’s new Global Combat Ships
BAE Systems recently sent two young Australian engineers over to Glasgow to develop their skills and experiences in working with...
Australian students win big at the world’s largest STEM competition
Australian students have emerged victorious at an international science and engineering competition, winning a slew of awards and showcasing Australian...
More details revealed about Australia’s first space agency
It’s all systems go for the nation’s first space agency, with former CSIRO boss Dr Megan Clark at the helm...
