Archived News for Engineering Professionals - May, 2018
BIS predicts infrastructure drop
Economists say Australia’s public infrastructure investment will peak soon.
Computer learns to move like mammals
Scientists have built a computer system modelled on the human brain, which learned to navigate like a mammal.
CSG-earthquake link studied
Scientists say geology is important when it comes to CSG and earthquakes.
Experts improve BCI learning
Swiss researchers say they improved the method for training brain-computer interfaces.
Federal funds for Pacific cable
The Federal Government is funding an undersea telecommunications cable to Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands.
Origin to expand NSW hydro
Origin Energy says it will double the capacity of the Shoalhaven hydro electricity scheme.
Telstra reflects on NBN effect
Telstra says increased competition provided by the NBN will extend its financial pain.
WA aims at lithium
The WA Government says it wants to position the state at the centre of the booming lithium industry.
Water review covers Korean plans
A leaked government review has stirred concerns about plans for a series of coal mines in NSW.
Big fine levelled at Linc
Gas company Linc Energy has been fined a record $4.5 million for causing serious environmental harm.
Infrastructure injections questioned
An infrastructure lobby says the “big spending” infrastructure budget will actually see a reduction of about $2 billion.
Budget brings STEM boost
This week’s federal Budget includes a range of funding for universities and research infrastructure.
Council questions mine rehab
A South Australian council has slammed the rehabilitation of coal-fired power stations and their ash dams.
Frydenberg launches liquid review
Energy Minister Josh Frydenberg has announced a review of liquid fuel security.
Study advances stem cell embryos
Researchers have grown cell clusters that resemble early embryos from stem cells.
Billions breathe heavy pollutants
New data shows that 9 out of 10 people worldwide breathe air containing high levels of pollutants.