Industry
This advanced R&D lab wants to predict the future of innovation
Lockheed Martin’s advanced research centre in Melbourne will focus on automation, radar systems, hypersonics and quantum computing.
Autonomous vehicles: Are cities ready for driverless cars?
The liveability, productivity and sustainability of our cities will all be influenced by autonomous vehicles. But before they hit the...
4 things you can do better with next-gen machine control
Machine control technology is paving the way towards a more productive job site – here’s how.
10 of the world’s problems that can be solved with better industry collaboration
More industry collaboration means better outcomes for everyone involved. Here are some of the big issues that can be tackled...
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.
