CSIRO’s silicon roadmap lays out domestic manufacturing plans for PV solar
Commissioned by Australia’s national science industry CSIRO, the Australian Silicon Action Plan report suggests the establishment of a domestic solar supply chain to position Australia as a global superpower for solar PV electricity generation.
Macquarie University delivers space-ready thermal camera for Gilmour Space mission
Australian Astronomical Optics (AAO) at Macquarie University has delivered its Malya thermal camera system to Queensland-based Gilmour Space Technologies.
New solar efficiency record set by UNSW’s kesterite research
Engineers at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) have reportedly achieved a world record for the efficiency of kesterite solar cells, a material considered key to future photovoltaic technologies.
UH researchers use origami and 3D printing to reinvent fragile ceramics
Researchers at the University of Houston have developed a new class of ceramic structures capable of bending under pressure without breaking, potentially opening the door for their use in applications ranging from medical prosthetics to aerospace components.
New locally manufactured tools for C-27J Spartan aircraft developed by Aussie aviators
A group of inventive aviators from the 35 Squadron Innovations Cell has designed a series of new tools, including lockout tools, bullets, and hydraulic pump locks, to aid in the maintenance of the C-27J Spartan aircraft.
Former WA Minister Clive Brown tapped to lead advanced manufacturing hub
Former Western Australia Minister Clive Brown was appointed as chair of the South West Advanced Manufacturing and Technology Hub (SW AMTECH) steering group.
EOS partners with US defence through US-based satellite manufacturing subsidiary
SpaceLink, a wholly owned US subsidiary of Australian company Electro Optic Systems (EOS) Holdings, is partnering with the US Army Space and Missile Defense...
ClearVue’s OptiCrop secures first commercial greenhouse deal in Israel
ClearVue Technologies has announced that its ag-tech subsidiary, OptiCrop (Israel) Ltd, has secured its first commercial greenhouse project.
SmartSat CRC announces ‘Maya Nula’ satellite research program to foster Australia’s agriculture sector
The SmartSat Cooperative Research Centre (CRC) is launching “Maya Nula,” a new research program aimed at developing satellite Earth Observation capability with sensor technology to advance Australia’s agriculture industry.
University of Southern Queensland researcher awarded $1m to develop thermoelectric energy harvesting tech
A researcher from the University of Southern Queensland has secured $1 million in funding through the 2023 Australian Research Council (ARC) Future Fellowships scheme to develop a new generation of high-performance thermoelectric energy harvesting technology.
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What spending reveals about downstream consumer demand for manufactured goods
For manufacturers supplying consumer-facing markets, understanding demand conditions has become increasingly important in an environment shaped by cautious spending, rising costs and intense competition.
