Made to measure: Why it’s an exciting time to be in the world of metrology
This month, metrologists will mark World Metrology Day by redefining the metric system. Here's why that matters so much.
Tag: mechanical engineering
Autonomous underwater robots are taking a deep dive into the world’s marine ecosystems
From monitoring the health of coral reefs to maintaining water infrastructure, autonomous underwater vehicles are helping engineers learn more about ...
How one of Australia’s first woman engineering graduates still inspires students today
The first woman to graduate from the University of Melbourne with an engineering degree is still inspiring students today.
“Right engine, wrong time”: Why the crankless engine never found fame like its combustion cousin
Possibly one of engineering’s most under-appreciated innovations, the crankless engine was the right product at the wrong time.
Unique robot design helps students save a world in danger at yearly competition
Second-year engineering students gathered at the yearly Warman Design and Build Competition to help save a world on the verge ...
3D printing can help make batteries fit any shape and size
Lithium-ion batteries power a range of devices, but limitations on shapes and sizes restrict how they can be used. That ...
Engineering competition asks students how to save a world in peril
The annual Warman Design and Build Competition is just around the corner, with a new cohort of students preparing to ...
3D-printing swarm robots pave the way for new construction possibilities
A new method that allows robots to concurrently 3D print concrete structures could bring on-demand design to construction sites.
Australian team races to first at the Formula Student UK competition
A group of Monash University students has taken the checkered flag at the international Formula Student (FS) competition for their ...
Robot baristas are a look into the automated future of the service industry
Robot baristas are on the job in Melbourne, San Francisco and Tokyo as automation gets a foothold in the service ...
