Transport
Comparing the world’s high-speed rail networks
High-speed rail offers more efficient travel and impressive top speeds. Here’s how different networks across the world compare, and where...
What’s involved in building Victoria’s most expensive road?
From kangaroo management to sport club relocation, the North East Link project team describe the strategic thinking required to manage...
This is the proposed world’s largest aircraft, capable of carrying 100 m-long wind turbine blades
Radia’s WindRunner, currently in development and touted as the world’s largest aircraft, will be capable of transporting wind turbine blades...
Here are nine radical passenger aircraft designs – but will they get off the ground?
An aerospace engineer judges the viability and efficiency of nine innovative passenger aircraft designs, including a plane with three wings...
How Australia can drive productivity gains by moving freight transport back onto rail
With transport emissions increasing, Australia needs to consider more sustainable freight transportation options.
How viable are trackless tram systems?
Touted as a lower-cost option than light rail, trackless trams need to attract intensified development around station locations for the...
Infographic: What will it take to implement high-speed rail in Australia?
An engineer explains what it will take to surpass logistical and political hurdles, and finally bring high-speed rail to Australia.
Fuel efficiency standards are finally here — what’s next for electric vehicles?
Industry bodies respond to the announcement of fuel efficiency standards, and next steps for boosting EV uptake in Australia.
How signalling systems keep Australia’s railways safe
Australia's extensive railway network relies on robust and dependable railway signalling systems to ensure the safety and efficiency of train...
New public transport app for people with low vision
An electrical engineer has helped to develop a ride-hailing app that could make riding public transport significantly easier for people...
