Technology

As traditional manufacturing wrestles with global supply chain disruptions, soon to be enforced tariffs, shifting consumer demands, and relentless calls for customisation, London-based subcontract 3D printing bureau 3D People is claiming that low-volume production on-demand is no longer a limitation — it’s a strategic advantage.

Researchers from the University of Queensland have achieved what they claim as a new world record in solar cell efficiency using eco-friendly perovskite technology, in a development that underscores the university’s role at the forefront of renewable energy research.

Titomic has announced a collaboration with aerospace and defense contractor Northrop Grumman to develop and manufacture high-performance pressure vessels using its proprietary cold spray additive manufacturing technology.

Australia Post has officially opened a new International Commercial Facility at Sky Road, Melbourne Airport, aimed at enhancing the automation and efficiency of its inbound international parcel operations.

Australia’s iLAuNCH Trailblazer has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the United States-based Space Information Sharing and Analysis Center (Space ISAC) to strengthen collaboration on space technology and security.

A team of researchers at Monash University has developed a new type of water filtration membrane that removes small per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), marking a significant advancement in tackling persistent chemical contamination.

Australian technology developed at RMIT University is paving the way for more sustainable and cost-effective production of bio-oils, which could replace petroleum-based products in industries like electronics, construction, and automotive. 

Stratasys has announced a partnership with German-based software company trinckle 3D GmbH, signing a Memorandum of Understanding to integrate trinckle's fixturemate software into Stratasys' GrabCAD Print Pro software package. 

Babcock has been awarded a proof-of-concept contract by the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) to help bolster Ukraine’s defence capability through the use of innovative 3D printing technology.

Researchers at The University of Texas at Dallas (UT Dallas) have developed a novel 3D-printed foam material that is designed to be more durable and recyclable than conventional polymer foams used in products such as cushions, insulation, and mattresses.