Archived News for Engineering Professionals
Australian researchers have reflected on the first 18 months of a five-year study into the health effects of wind farms.
EPFL reveals brain-linked hand
Swiss engineers have unveiled a lightweight and portable hand exoskeleton that can be controlled by the brain.
Ciobo probed on Adani funding
A Federal Government body has explored the option of taxpayer support for Adani's embattled coal project.
Green money expected to slide
Renewable energy investment hit a new high in 2017, but analysts have warned that investment could collapse ...
New regulation for genetic editing
Australia’s genetic modification laws are in line for a shake up in response to new technologies.
Wallarah 2 moves ahead
NSW government authorities have approved a contentious coal mine, despite a “guarantee” against coal mining in the region.
Mayor changes airstrip claim
Two Queensland councils appear to have changed their tune over the ownership of an airstrip for Adani.
Adelaide to host nanosatellite centre
Adelaide’s western suburbs will soon host a mission control centre for dozens of tiny satellites.
Concern over SA gas plans
Conservationists say the SA Government should not allow an underground coal gasification project ...
Senator sounds sub warning
A submariner turned senator has warned of significant cost blowouts in Australia's Future Submarine.
Heart cells used for stingray robot
Engineers have developed a tissue-based soft robot that mimics the biomechanics of a stingray.
Industry backs Carmichael mine
A poll by a mining HR group has found industry personnel back the development of Adani’s Carmichael coal mine.
SA ignites thermal power plan
South Australia is planning to build the world’s largest solar thermal plant.
Adani airstrip questioned
Queensland’s Local Government Department has been asked to investigate the Townsville council's ...
Frydenberg backs big battery
The energy minister says Snowy 2.0 upgrades will be expensive but necessary.
High-tech pill passes human trials
Australian researchers are running human trials of a gas-sensing swallowable capsule.
BHP questions lobby membership
BHP has released a review questioning its membership of the World Coal Association (WCA) and Minerals Council of Australia (MCA) over energy policy.
Green light for rare earth mine
The Northern Territory EPA has recommended the approval of a $900 million rare earths mine.
Whyalla looks to green future
The mayor of Whyalla wants the town to shift from a heavy industry centre to a hub for renewable energy.