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3D-printed skin technology offers hope for wound healing and hair restoration

A recent breakthrough in 3D bioprinting technology has paved the way for the creation of multi-layered living skin with the potential to regenerate hair follicles.

Monash research warns of mental health impact from growing cobot use

The increasing use of collaborative robots (cobots) in Australian workplaces may pose significant psychosocial risks to workers, according to a new study by Monash University Business School.

Chinese tech giants to deploy new robot for household chores

X Square Robot, a technology company backed by industry giants Alibaba, ByteDance, Xiaomi, and Meituan, has introduced a new embodied AI foundation model designed for domestic use.

Melbourne’s future relies on quality digital infrastructure and skills

A roadmap to support the regeneration and reinvention of Melbourne, which includes establishing the world’s first Digital Cities Research Centre, has been released by RMIT today. 

Makerbot and Chang-rae Lee partner to make 3D printed book slipcase

Acclaimed author Chang-rae Lee, winner of the Hemmingway Foundation/PEN award for first fiction, and 3D printer manufacturer Makerbot have partnered to create a limited-edition 3D...

Study reveals AI’s potential in predicting cybersickness among VR users

A new study has discovered the potential use of artificial intelligence in combating nausea, headaches, and dizziness experienced by virtual reality (VR) users. 
The supercomputer will have a processing capacity that is millions of times beyond that of a regular computer.

New supercomputer to herald next generation of discoveries

Media Release by Swinburne University of Technology One of Australia's most powerful supercomputers is getting a major upgrade, with Swinburne University of Technology designing and...

UNSW Sydney drives oyster restoration with 3D-printed manufacturing project

UNSW Sydney researchers are using advanced manufacturing techniques to create 3D-printed marine habitats designed to restore oyster populations in Sydney Harbour.

New ARC training centre tipped to deliver medical 3D printing breakthroughs

Australia is strengthening its position at the forefront of 3D printing in medicine and health care with a new ARC training centre dedicated to...

New 3D printing collaboration to transform industry

Researchers from RMIT, RUAG Australia and the Innovative Manufacturing Cooperative Research Centre (IMCRC) are collaborating on a 2-year project for 3D printing aircraft parts using new laser...
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Modular switchgear built for faster, verified panel builds

As switchboard builders face tighter programmes and increasing scrutiny around compliance, the way enclosure, busbar and separation concepts work together has a direct impact on build time and verification effort.