Archived News for Engineering Professionals - October, 2018
Artificial intelligence has improved on human-designed quantum science experiments.
Deal signed for PNG power
An Australian company wants to open a new coal-fired power plant and coal mine in Papua New Guinea.
SA aims for turbine sale
The South Australian Government will privatise operation of two emergency back-up power stations.
Tech firm gives back door warning
Cisco has contradicted Peter Dutton’s claims that the government’s decryption bill will not result in “back doors” in their products.
ACCC backs gas reserve
The ACCC has reversed its view on a gas reservation policy to control prices.
Leaves seen in new detail
New imaging and modelling technologies are transforming the field of plant science.
Cuts forecast at QLD coal mine
Hundreds of workers could lose their jobs under a restructure of the Hail Creek coal mine announced this week.
Gloves grasp at virtual future
Engineers are working on new gloves that let users touch, grasp and manipulate virtual objects.
UK uranium deal being redrawn
Australia is working on a post-Brexit nuclear deal with the United Kingdom.
Apple issues decryption warning
Apple says the Federal Government’s new decryption bill could create security weaknesses and force it to spy on users.
Hunt wants silicosis focus
Federal Health Minister Greg Hunt has called on state workplace regulators to immediately investigate the risk of silicosis for stonemasons.
Monash enters microgrid trial
ARENA will partner with Monash University for a microgrid trial that could see an entire campus powered by renewable energy.
Scientists want new eyes on Australia
The Australian Academy of Science says a ‘downward-looking telescope’ should be used to unlock Australia’s hidden mineral wealth.
Shell launches new digs
Shell has announced a significant expansion of its onshore gas operations in Queensland.
Adelaide uni signs arms deal
Student activists have rallied against “weapons research” at the University of Adelaide.
New boat coating tested
A new coating can cut the build-up of algae and barnacles on ship hydraulic components, according to tests on HMAS Canberra.