The renaissance of balloon technology
The tension created when a chinese balloon was shot down over American Airspace highlights the growing interest in lighter-than-air technology ...
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How does the AUKUS submarine program affect Australian engineers?
The AUKUS alliance is estimated to create 20,000 jobs over the next 30 years and represents a new challenge and ...
Athena AI helps soldiers on the battlefield identify protected targets
Many experts have concerns about the use of AI on the battlefield, but Chartered engineer Stephen Bornstein CPEng believes the ...
Quantum leap for Australian defence research and development
Two advanced quantum science and technology projects have been awarded $1.5 million of funding through the Defence Industry Quantum Research ...
AI on board: How a self-taught coder developed an autonomous vessel for the Navy
This naval engineer saw an opportunity to apply his self-taught coding skills to some challenges on the open ocean.
Australia’s greatest military hero built his success on engineering foundations
When it came to the battlefield, one of Australia’s most celebrated military figures drew on his engineering mindset to get ...
Gabby Costigan sees more great engineering feats in Australia’s future
Experience has taught Gabby Costigan that the defence industry is a great place for engineers to bring their talents.
Biomedical engineers, telecommunications experts and more named as 2019 Eureka Prize winners
The winners of the 2019 Australian Museum Eureka Prizes were revealed last week, and engineers had a strong showing across ...
How Stephen Hudson combines his passions for engineering and aviation in one role
Stephen Hudson has a passion for engineering and a passion for aviation. The combination is perfect for his current job.
Defence STEM strategy reveals engineering roles are in high demand
Earlier this year, the Defence Force released its Industry Skilling and STEM Strategy, which details how the government will help ...
