Technology
Wirelessly powered implants could fight illnesses in the body one day
Pacemakers and other implantable medical devices need on-board batteries, which limits their miniaturisation and lifespan. Devices powered and controlled by...
With autonomous robots on the rise, what do engineers need to know?
Most of the driving force behind robots is coming from engineers, which is why more need to consider the influence...
Turning rubbish into roads to cut down on plastic waste
Plastic waste is a growing problem, but some are taking action to repurpose single-use bottles and bags into something more...
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...
3D printed corneas could help millions of people see again
There’s a worldwide shortage of corneas available for transplant, but a new 3D printing technique could help restore eyesight to...
Handheld tech ‘prints’ stem cells to help heal joint injuries
In future, surgeons could mend damaged bone and cartilage with the stroke of a BioPen and reduce the need for...
It’s time to set the record straight about artificial intelligence
Artificial intelligence will be able to do many things – destroying the world won't be one of them, says Professor...
As more spacecraft head out in the ether, who helps guide their way?
When spacecraft near and far phone home, back here on Earth those at the Canberra Deep Space Communication Complex listen.
Here’s how the fastest sailing boats in the world reach top speeds
The GC32 racing tour in Southern Europe allows pro and amateur sailors to participate in the fastest type of sailing,...
Do you trust the robots in your life?
Peter Bruza believes we need to understand how human beings will form relationships of trust with autonomous systems.
