National Energy Guarantee debate leaves engineering out of the equation
Debate over emissions targets and modelling transparency have held up agreement on the National Energy Guarantee. But what does this mean for electric…
Australia is quickly becoming a quantum computing powerhouse
Creating the world’s first functioning quantum computer has been called the space race of this generation. When – and where – will quantum compu…
Formic acid fuel cell has got the power
A Swiss team has developed what they are claiming is the world’s first integrated power supply unit that can produce electricity from formic acid.…
Industry 4.0: New partnership helps build the workforce of the future
A new partnership will see $135 million invested in creating Australia’s first fully immersed Industry 4.0 facility.…
Meet the engineers working to make robot limbs with a human touch
With the rate of amputations due to diabetes and other illnesses rising globally, the demand for prosthetic limbs is likely to increase. In Australia, over 8,000 people have a lower limb removed each …
Systems engineering needs to stand strong in the face of pressure, says expert
Test and evaluation are crucial parts of the systems engineering process. But, as one defence expert says, it’s usually one of the first things to go when the pressure is on. “It’s importa…