Archived News for Engineering Professionals
Australians love science and technology, but do not really know what it’s all about – according to a new report.
Copper wires could find new life as batteries
Researchers may be able to get more life out of perennial copper wiring, with a project to both store and conduct electricity within a single cable.
Electric post vans deliver efficient future
The chainsaw-like buzz of the classic postie bike may soon be replaced with the gentle whizzing noise of the future, as Australia Post starts its trial of electric delivery vans.
Local rises to top of mine invention heap
An Australian engineer has been recognised for his contribution to the mining industry, with an invention that has made millions of dollars around the world.
Robotic rates rises in push for inhuman efficiency
Experts estimate that millions of jobs will be affected by the rise of robots in the next two decades, and Australian industries might be some of the hardest hit.
Santos plans to dig deeper than ever in NT quest
Santos says it will drill what may be Australia’s deepest exploration wells in its efforts to find shale gas and oil in the Northern Territory.
Sperm used to seed new swimming robot
Sperm has been added to the list of natural designs being hijacked by science.
Sun power peak pushes dawn of new energy
CSIRO energy engineers have broken the record for the highest temperature and pressure generated by solar power.
Light shines on memory circuits in mind-bending advance
In a medical advance straight from science fiction - researchers have used light to create, erase and retrieve memories within the brain of a live mouse.
Astro-equipment stars at auction
A piece of equipment from one of mankind’s most astounding technological achievements has been sold at auction.
Broad roads plan calls for $11bn improvements
Governments have made a worldwide call for companies interested in building a huge Sydney roads project.
Cuts to save now leave future in better shape too
Though it may not be enough to stop the tide of unemployment rising in Australia’s automotive-manufacturing sector, one expert has a suggestion for way energy efficiency can boost local industries.
European team beams info over three metres
European scientists claim to have teleported quantum information across a three metre space.
Familiar sticks to take control of machine safety
There is plenty of gear to keep workers safe around heavy machinery on a construction site, but a new device aims to reduce risks by running equipment from a remote distance.
Hawke hunts for dollars from dumping
Former Prime Minister Bob Hawke says Australia should once again consider becoming a storage ground for the world’s nuclear waste.
High-tech help on the biggest world stage
FIFA World Cup 2014 in Brazil next month will have a particularly high-tech start, as the first ball of the world’s biggest sporting event is kicked by a paralysed teen in a robotic exoskeleton.
Iron finding attracts better magnetic future
A new finding could add value to Australian iron, and reduce the need for rare-earth mineral mining.
New recall to fix seatbelt safety glitch
Loose seatbelts have prompted the recall of 42,000 Holden Commodores.
Rail to unlock resources fails to spark local love
The Queensland Government will build two rail corridors in the Galilee Basin, which it has declared a ‘State Development Area’.
Research puts DNA to work building rare enzymes
Bio-engineers have developed a way to use molecules of DNA like scaffolding to build entirely new structures.
Big birds prompt power line re-jig in QLD
Ergon Energy has embarked on a half-million dollar effort to stop birds running into powerlines.