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ADF boosts national security with new guided weapons acquisitions

The Australian Defence Force has contracted Kongsberg Defence Australia to deliver the Naval Strike Missile (NSM) as part of an effort to increase Australia’s guided weapons and explosives ordnance stocks. 

Game-changing EV batteries could be produced in Townsville

Magnis Energy Technologies has announced that test results for electric vehicles (EV) batteries developed by its partner, C4V have yielded “a potential game changer”...

Scientists discover new strategy to 3D-print life-like organs

A group of researchers from the University of Colorado has created a new method for converting medical images, such CT or MRI scans, into detailed 3D models on the computer.

MIT researchers develop AI-driven tool that can personalise 3D printable models

Researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have introduced Style2Fab, a generative AI tool that allows users to easily add custom design elements to 3D models without affecting their functionality.

Georgia Tech scientists create self-regenerating heart valve for long-term treatment

Researchers at Georgia Tech have developed a 3D-printed, bioresorbable heart valve designed to promote tissue regeneration, potentially reducing the need for repeated surgeries among patients with heart valve disease. 

ARM Hub unveils new research fellowship program to make R&D easier for businesses

The Advanced Manufacturing for Robotics Hub (ARM Hub) has launched a new Industry-led Research Fellowship program that will foster collaborations between industry and academics to create real solutions for Australian business. 

EOS launches Australian-made counter-drone capability Slinger

Electro Optic Systems (EOS), an Australian developer of advanced military technology, rolled out its counter-drone capability, dubbed Slinger, at its Canberra manufacturing facility today, 12 May. 

Unlocking growth: Charting midsize manufacturers’ path with digital solutions

According to a recent study by Oxford Economics, midsized companies in the industrial manufacturing sector are setting their eyes on ambitious growth targets. The research, authored in partnership with SAP, revealed that 38% of industry leaders have identified market expansion as their top priority.

WA launches $28M robotics and automation precinct in Perth

The Western Australian Government has officially opened Australia's largest robotics and automation headquarters in Perth's north, signalling a new era of technological innovation. 

Lockheed Martin Australia and C4i collaborate to build secure communication system for AIR6500

Lockheed Martin Australia has joined forces with C4i, Australian secure communications systems expert, signing a contract as part of a proposal to deliver advanced secure communication capabilities to support the Royal Australian Air Force’s AIR6500 Phase 1 Project.
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Australian precision engineering and industrial instrumentation company CENMAC implemented ERP software when it was still a one-man operation. “I couldn’t imagine us growing to this size without MRPeasy,” says Jason Ford, Founder.