Archived News for Engineering Professionals
Reports say NBN Co has been hit by a multi-billion dollar blowout from mounting construction costs and contractors’ demands.
New chips learn from the human brain
Mobile phones, computers, video game consoles and other such devices are crammed with an unbelievable amount of microscopic transistors to allow them to process information, but still none have come close to the complexity or computing scale of the human brain.
Powerless wireless could network all things
A new device has allowed the wireless transmission of data between two devices with no power supplies or batteries.
Slow pay across trades
There are tough times underway and ahead for many workers in the building and construction industries, but recent stats show even for those who are working – wage growth remains modest.
Engineering the caffeine revolution
A Melbourne engineer has been awarded a $360,000 grant to design a travel coffee cup for the future.A Melbourne engineer has been awarded a $360,000 grant to design a travel coffee cup for the future.
Hybrid-solar rig could be a mobile power gold-mine
A small Western Australian engineering firm is working on a design for a mobile hybrid diesel-solar power plant to serve the mining industry.
Industry partnerships pairing up
A new scholarship program has been put together by The University of Sydney; the funds are aimed at developing engineering leaders to inspire undergraduates in the degree.
NASA aims for inter-planetary gold mine
With global resource demand becoming irreversably high and population too reaching ever-increasing numbers, many humans will be reaching toward space for a hand to leave the rapidly over-crowding rock.
New mode of travel in the pipeline
An internet billionaire has announced plans for a new method of transport which could change the way we move.
New sensor signals optical skin
A new kind of touch sensor is being developed which could provide a new level of speed and accuracy, converting mechanical input directly into an optical signal.
Robogals growing young numbers in the West
The Robogals team has again brought a taste of the thrills and challenges in the world of engineering to regional high school students in Western Australia.
Fabulous fibro fit-out awarded gold in Solar Olympics
A University of Wollongong team has taken out an international prize for renewable energy-based house design.
Fusion reactor coming together in France
The world’s latest bid has been launched in the effort to harness a form of energy which seems as revolutionary as it is elusive.
Hard drive storage density spirals
A twisted new particle could be the key to new information storage techniques of incredible density.
Nano-skin teaches new tricks
A research team in the US have developed a new design for nano-particle treatments, employing 'smart' materials to allow the minuscule medical devices to perform a range of new techniques.
Palmer's Bimblebox project on to next phase
The Queensland Government has granted approval for one of the most contentious planned mining developments in the state, which will see a series of mines dug in what is currently a significant natural refuge.
SATA souped-up for new speeds
The new standards have been finalised for the next generation of storage drives, with the launch of SATA 3.2 and SATA Express.
Smart implants step up brain-data link
Human tests have been carried out on a mind-bending new device planted deep in the brain, which could lead to a new generation of 'smart' medical implants that can be re-programmed after they have been installed.
Wi-Fi bin watches you watching it
A high-tech rubbish bin from a UK start-up company does more than just collect garbage.
Rover recap on first anniversary
The Curiosity rover has been hanging out on the surface of Mars for a year now, and over that time has accumulated enough evidence to strongly suggest the planet could have supported microbial life at some point in its history.
Uni team to inform massive solar build
Engineers from the University of New South Wales are set to play a big role in maximising the abilities of a massive new solar photovoltaic (PV) power station.