Australia’s space industry has the chance to be a world leader, but first it needs a boost
While establishing an Australian Space Agency sounds exciting, government funding and collaboration between universities and industry need to catch up…
Better flood management: How can we help make every second count?
A communication breakdown is one of the worst things that can happen during a flood. One engineer has developed a system to help close the communicati…
This music video asks women in engineering to smash the glass ceiling
DJ duo NERVO created a music video to encourage more women in engineering by showcasing how “kickass engineers are behind a lot of the things you love.”…
Motorcycle design: What happens when you fine tune the forks?
Throttle jockeys, rejoice! One Australian engineer is reinventing the forks on a motorcycle to create a smoother and more stable ride.…
These ultra-lightweight solar cells could power your next smartphone
Imagine solar cells so thin, flexible and lightweight they could be placed on almost any material or surface – including your hat, shirt, smartphone, or even on a sheet of paper or a helium balloon.…
Australia the latest to join international nuclear fusion efforts
Australia’s nuclear agency will lend its expertise to an international nuclear fusion organisation to find the “Holy Grail” of energy production.…