Tag: aerospace
Quickstep delivers record order book, books extensive drone contracts in FY23
Quickstep, a manufacturer of aerospace composites, has published an update on its business performance for FY23, delivering a record-breaking forwards order book for FY24 and FY25 and receiving $264 million in new orders and order commitments.
AML3D granted European patent for wire additive manufacturing process
Metal additive manufacturing company AML3D has been granted a European patent for the company’s Wire Additive Manufacturing (WAM) process, fostering its competitive position in the EU.
Quickstep signs MOU with Alliance to support Embraer E190 fleet
Australian aerospace company Quickstep Holdings is set to provide component repair services in support of Alliance Services’ fleet of Embraer E190 aircraft.
Expressions of interest now open for Victoria’s industry R&D fund
The Victorian Government is seeking expressions of interest for the Made in Victoria - Industry R&D Infrastructure Fund worth $15 million in a push to promote the expansion of Victoria's capabilities across key industrial sectors.
SmartSat launches collaborative effort to create AI-enabled autonomous spacecraft
SmartSat is spearheading a three-year, $7 million collaborative project to manufacture new artificial intelligence-enabled autonomous spacecraft.
Global 3D printing market reaches $3.7b in Q1 2023 with 10% sequential growth
Despite growing economic difficulties in the additive manufacturing (AM) global market, the first quarter of 2023 saw double-digit sequential growth to USD 3.7 billion (AUD 5.5 billion) compared to USD 3.4 billion (AUD 5 billion) during the same period of the prior quarter in, according to latest data from SmarTech Analysis.
Scientists develop ‘designer’ titanium alloys using 3D printing
A team of researchers from RMIT University and the University of Sydney has developed a new class of ductile and strong titanium alloys using a combination of alloy design and 3D printing.
Mass finishing technologies the most efficient option for AM parts – AM Solutions
The manufacturing industry has been revolutionised by additive manufacturing (AM), which provides unmatched design freedom, material efficiency, and quick production times. Despite these benefits, post-processing is still essential to ensure that AM parts have the necessary surface polish, accuracy, and functioning.
Victoria backs more skilled workers with new advanced manufacturing hub
Minister for Training and Skills and Higher Education Gayle Tierney has officially opened a new $3.2 million Advanced Manufacturing Centre of Excellence at Melbourne Polytechnic’s Heidelberg campus.
Gilmour Space unveils first Australian-made orbital launch rocket
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese was in attendance at the reveal of Gilmour Space Technologies’ Eris rocket, the very first home-grown orbital launch vehicle in Australia.
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