Tag: Technology

Adelaide-based solar manufacturer Tindo has partnered with the University of New South Wales (UNSW) on two research projects aimed at advancing solar cell technology and improving power output in real-world conditions. 

Australia’s national science agency CSIRO has opened applications for its free Innovate to Grow: Agriculture, Food & Technology – Queensland program, aimed at helping small-to-medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the state develop and commercialise innovative solutions in agriculture and related technologies.

Graphene Manufacturing Group Limited (GMG) has confirmed the granting of a patent for its Graphene Aluminium Ion Battery in Australia, representing a notable step forward in the company’s battery technology development and manufacturing efforts.

DroneShield is expanding its manufacturing and R&D footprint with a $13 million investment aimed at scaling its production capabilities in Australia and abroad.

Government support for vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology could help drive down electricity costs for all Australians, according to new modelling released by the Electric Vehicle Council (EVC). 

The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has launched a new $60 million funding round aimed at accelerating research and development in ultra low-cost solar (ULCS) technologies.

Gilmour Space Technologies, Australia’s leading launch services provider, has entered into a strategic partnership with Japanese space business integrator Space BD to deliver satellite launch services from Australia. 

Robotics company Luminous has been awarded $4.9 million as the inaugural recipient of the Australian Renewable Energy Agency’s (ARENA) $100 million Solar ScaleUp Challenge, a global initiative aimed at cutting the cost of large-scale solar projects through innovative solutions.

Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) and the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) are partnering to advance the use of additive manufacturing, or 3D printing, in the production of critical military components, aiming to increase trust and standardisation in the technology for naval applications.

Optiscan Imaging has entered a five-year collaboration with US drug manufacturer Long Grove Pharmaceuticals to jointly develop new clinical applications for the fluorescein sodium contrast agent used in surgical imaging.