3D-printed catamaran signals shift in boat manufacturing
V2 Group and Caracol AM have developed the first functional large-format 3D-printed monolithic catamaran, a six-meter vessel built with robotic 3D printing technology to advance the scalability of 3D-printed boats.
Manufacturers can now produce and store hydrogen with Endua’s tech
Endua, an Australian clean-tech company, has introduced a new electrolyser technology and deployed its hydrogen power bank system at Archerfield Airport in Queensland, marking two developments in its efforts to expand hydrogen power accessibility.
How MHE is innovating Australia’s material handling industry
Australia’s manufacturing industry is undergoing significant changes, with a focus on reshoring production, strengthening supply chains, and integrating new technologies.
Manufacturing experts to convene for ARM Hub’s Industry 5.0 event
The Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing (ARM) Hub is set to commemorate its fifth anniversary by hosting an Industry Day on 18 March 2025, at its Learning Factory in Northgate, Brisbane.
UW scientists develop compostable 3D printing material from coffee waste
Researchers at the University of Washington have developed a 3D printing technique that transforms coffee grounds and Reishi mushroom spores into a compostable alternative to plastic.
Research: Deep-sea sponge inspires ultra-strong, flexible material
Researchers at RMIT University have developed a new material inspired by the deep-sea sponge Venus' flower basket, demonstrating compressive strength and stiffness that could advance architectural and product design.
Manufacturing and tech sectors to benefit from $6.3M research fund
The Australian Government has allocated $6.3 million in funding to strengthen international science and technology partnerships, with a focus on advancing manufacturing and other key research areas.
New elastic hydrogel could overcome key challenges in 3D-printed organs
Researchers at Northeastern University and the University of Texas Arlington have developed a new elastic hydrogel material that could significantly advance the 3D printing of soft living tissues, potentially enabling the creation of artificial blood vessels and human organs.
Titomic expands to Huntsville with new advanced manufacturing facility
Titomic has announced the acquisition of a new property in Huntsville, Alabama, which the company stated will serve as its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility.
Researchers use magnets to minimise flaws in 3D-printed parts
Researchers at University College London (UCL) and the University of Greenwich have demonstrated a new technique that could significantly enhance the quality of 3D-printed components for safety-critical applications, such as aircraft and Formula 1 racing cars.
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Don’t get left behind: Manufacturing’s urgent need for digital transformation
As digital transformation reshapes industries worldwide, manufacturers in Australia and beyond are finding themselves at the forefront of an evolution. This shift presents opportunities for companies looking to improve efficiency, drive innovation, and boost growth.
