SPEE3D strengthens Aussie defence capabilities with latest 3D manufacturing support for Ukraine
The Australian Department of Defence has expanded its collaboration with metal additive manufacturing company SPEE3D, purchasing three SPEE3Dcell post-processing units to assist in ongoing military operations supporting Ukraine.
Macquarie University launches semiconductor initiative with Silicon Platforms Lab
In a landmark move to boost Australia’s semiconductor industry, Macquarie University has unveiled its new on-campus Silicon Platforms Lab (SiP Lab), which was established in collaboration with Atto Devices.
The case for mass finishing for mass AM parts and components
Post-processing is a hot topic in the area of additive manufacturing (AM), which is unsurprising as in many applications, the post-processing step(s) can account for upwards of 50% of the total unit cost for an AM part. So the drive is on to reduce the time and cost of the post-processing step in product development, while simultaneously keeping an eagle eye on the unswerving need for precision and repeatability in production.
AI vision for robotic laundry breakthrough
A Queensland family-run laundry aims to develop a world-first automation system for one of the most labour-intensive tasks in commercial laundries – picking up, flattening, and feeding clean towels into an automated folding machine, before they are returned to the customer.
Infinitev, Kia Australia partner to revolutionise EV battery sustainability
Infinitev, an emerging leader in the electric vehicle battery sector, has teamed up with Kia Australia to transform the landscape of EV battery reuse, repurposing and recycling solutions amid the industry's rapidly rising demand for eco-friendly battery technology.
Aussie researchers develop game-changing AI for drug screening
Australian researchers, led by Monash University, have developed an artificial intelligence (AI) tool poised to transform virtual screening in early-stage drug discovery.
Titomic expands in Australia with first D623 cold spray sale to resource sector
Australian metal additive manufacturing company Titomic announced the sale of its D623 cold spray system to United Industrial Solutions for AUD 174,000.
University of Sydney researchers develop ‘Velcro DNA’ for nanorobotic innovations
A team of researchers at the University of Sydney Nano Institute has unveiled groundbreaking advancements in molecular robotics, utilising DNA origami to create programmable nanostructures.
AMSL Aero’s hydrogen-powered aircraft wins $5M ARENA funding
Aerospace startup AMSL Aero has received $5.43 million in funding from the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) to help develop its hydrogen-powered electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft.
Over $18 million awarded for emerging aviation tech partnerships
The federal government has announced more than $18 million in grants for 12 aviation projects as part of the Emerging Aviation Technology Partnerships (EATP) program’s first round.
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AMCA Impact Study highlights AI’s role in improving HVAC safety compliance
A new AMCA Impact Study has highlighted the growing challenge of helping HVAC contractors access reliable safety and compliance information quickly, particularly for small and medium-sized businesses operating in Australia's highly regulated construction environment.
