Technology
In the race for space metals, these companies are hoping to cash in
Mining asteroids could, in theory, reduce the burden on Earth’s resources. Will it live up to its promise? Explore how...
Liquid cold: How effective is undersea cooling of data centres?
Data centres located underwater could be the future of efficient and environmentally friendly data storage and cooling.
What are the challenges and opportunities of low-carbon concrete?
Engineers who have gone big with low-carbon concrete walk through the challenges, considerations and lessons learned from embracing new forms...
SaiiV-ing lives: This non-invasive heart failure monitoring device is Australian-made
Detecting forces within the body in a non-invasive way could be a gamechanger for the half a million Australians living...
The breakthrough sensors designed to improve crop health monitoring
These miniature, low-cost sensors with infrared imaging capabilities can be easily fitted to drones and satellites to help farmers remotely...
Pregnancy is an engineering challenge − diagnosing and treating preterm birth requires understanding its mechanics
Only now do researchers have the mechanical, electrical and computational engineering expertise to address the challenges of preterm birth.
The future of the mining industry in Australia
The country’s mining industry is beset by workforce shortages. How can we reverse the trend?
Fortifying green cement for low-carbon construction
An engineer’s quest to improve the performance of a sustainable building material could help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in...
These cutting-edge “cardboard drones” could be the future of autonomous systems
How engineers and military strategists are preparing to defend against drones that swarm like bees – and pack a mighty...
How digital innovation is changing the construction industry
From 3D modelling to artificial intelligence, here are three ways digital design tools are changing the course of construction.
