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Research finds 94% of manufacturers in charge of 3D printing decisions are actively engaged...
Additive manufacturing continues to revolutionise how components and tools are manufactured on a large scale. However, due to a lack of materials, lengthy print times, high cost, and strict quality criteria, 3D printing was not initially a feasible alternative for large-scale industrial manufacturing.
Monash research that fuses human brain cells with AI secures national defence funding
A Monash University-led research into growing human brain cells onto silicon chips, with new continual learning capabilities to transform machine learning, has been awarded almost AUD 600,000 under the National Intelligence and Security Discovery Research Grants Program.
Australia to transition to a plastic-free future with the aid of ARC Training Centre
Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Australian Research Council ARDDr Richard Johnson has officially opened the ARC Training Centre for Bioplastics and Biocomposites, the government announced on Tuesday.
Study on Australian solar PV supply chains receives gov’t funding
The Australian PV Institute (APVI) has received grant funding from the Australian Government to explore opportunities for solar PV supply chains in Australia.
UNSW Sydney researchers develop solar panel recycling method that can recover valuable silver
Engineers at UNSW Sydney have created a new, more efficient method of recycling solar panels that can efficiently recover silver, the university said in a news release.
Research says Aussie businesses support decarbonisation, but urgent action is needed
New national research has reported that Australian businesses appreciate the urgency of reaching net zero emissions as a key driver of economic competitiveness and climate resilience, but many are not acting rapidly enough to address this important challenge.
University of Sydney researcher develops fish-free omega-3 supplement
A University of Sydney honorary researcher has developed an omega-3 supplement made from environmental bacteria to address the increasing demand amid diminishing supply from fish stocks.
Two in three shoppers buy Aussie-made products – research says
A recent study by Roy Morgan revealed that two in three Australians say they frequently or always buy Australian-made items, and more than four in five say buying Aussie-made is essential to them.
Monash University researchers discover pharmaceutical use for winemaking waste
Chemical engineering researchers at Monash University have found that waste from winemaking could be a valuable source of ingredients for nutraceuticals, pharmaceuticals and food colouring.
Evermil and Leussink pave way for Illawarra wheelchair-bound worker with autonomous 3D equipment
Wheelchair-using employees must be able to manoeuvre around the manufacturing workspace without difficulty and be safe from hazards including stairwells, narrow entrances, and inadequate restrooms. Making modifications to increase access can make a significant impact on how a disabled employee performs and feels at work.