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Brisbane medtech company secures $5M for surgical robot

Convergence Medical, a Brisbane-based medical technology company, has closed its Series A funding round, securing AUD 5 million from global investors. 

AI-powered inspections transform nuclear component manufacturing

A collaboration between Idaho National Laboratory (INL) and Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) has accelerated the inspection process for additively manufactured nuclear components and is now expanding to evaluate nuclear fuels. 

AML3D advances defence manufacturing with rapid submarine component delivery

AML3D has announced its role in supplying critical tailpiece components for the United States’ nuclear submarine program, forming part of the AUKUS trilateral security partnership. 

Scottish engineers develop space-compatible 3D printer

Researchers at the University of Glasgow have developed a new 3D printing system designed for use in zero gravity, marking a significant step toward advancing orbital manufacturing. 

ClearVue inks major deal to distribute solar glazing products in UAE

ClearVue Technologies has announced a strategic expansion of its operations into the United Arab Emirates (UAE) through a partnership with Dune MENA General Trading, a subsidiary of Aria Holding. 

Additive manufacturing market sees 9% YoY growth amid hardware slowdown

Additive Manufacturing Research (AM Research) has released its Q3 2024 market data and insights, revealing significant growth in the 3D printing and additive manufacturing (AM) sector. 

LAPP Australia unveils key trends for the future of manufacturing

As industrial needs rapidly evolve, demanding continuous improvement in products, processes, and services, Hubertus Breier, Board Member for Technology and Innovation at LAPP, outlines six key trends shaping the industry's future.

Sparc, Fortescue, and University of Adelaide commit to Stage 2 pilot plant

Sparc Technologies, Fortescue, and the University of Adelaide have advanced to Stage 2 of the Sparc Hydrogen joint venture to develop low-cost green hydrogen using innovative photocatalytic technology.

Korean researchers advance tactile sensors with AI integration potential

Researchers at Chung-Ang University in South Korea have developed advanced self-powered tactile sensors that aim to revolutionise robotics and wearable technology. 

New AI data centre design by Schneider Electric and NVIDIA tackles energy demands

Schneider Electric has unveiled advancements in its AI-ready data center solutions, targeting the energy and sustainability challenges posed by the rising demand for AI systems. 
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