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Korean research teams develop smart contact lens using 3D printer

Two research groups in Korea have collaborated to develop core technology for smart contact lenses that can implement augmented reality (AR)-based navigation through a 3D printing process.

Researchers reveal nanoparticle building coatings to control temperature in various environments

Scientists from the University of Melbourne have published new research that looked into the potential role of building coatings that use nanoparticles in reducing the world’s reliance on energy production by adjusting the amount of radiation that can pass through them. 

APS Industrial brings Siemens’ next-gen PLC to Aussie manufacturers

As the manufacturing industry advances towards greater automation and digitalisation, companies are seeking smarter and more efficient control solutions to enhance their operations. 

3D People declare the era of agile, low-volume production-on-demand is here

As traditional manufacturing wrestles with global supply chain disruptions, soon to be enforced tariffs, shifting consumer demands, and relentless calls for customisation, London-based subcontract 3D printing bureau 3D People is claiming that low-volume production on-demand is no longer a limitation — it’s a strategic advantage.

How leaders in the AEC industry can drive digital transformation

UNSW Sydney research has found leaders in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry looking to accelerate digital transformation need to adopt four different approaches to thinking.

Silicon Quantum Computing bags $50.4m Series A funding

Australian quantum computing hardware manufacturer Silicon Quantum Computing has completed its $50.4 million Series A capital round in a push to develop the world’s first scalable, error-corrected quantum computer.

University of North Dakota researchers secure grant to study 3D-printed nuclear reactors

A research team from the University of Dakota has received federal funding of nearly $250,000 (AUD$359,000) to research new manufacturing methods for components used in nuclear reactors.

The Growing Influence of 3D Printing in the Military

Additive manufacturing solves the many issues that the Military has within their unpredictable and complicated supply chain.

Velo3D, PWR to qualify Aheadd CP1 aluminium for F1 customers

Metal additive manufacturing company Velo3D has partnered with PWR Advanced Cooling Technology to qualify Constellium’s Aheadd CP1 aluminium alloy for use in Sapphire printers.

Advanced manufacturing needs to be taught nationwide, says Weld Australia

Weld Australia has called for a nationwide rollout of the Advanced Manufacturing School Outreach Program, an initiative in New South Wales that seeks to encourage kids in secondary schools to explore a meaningful career in the industry. 
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What spending reveals about downstream consumer demand for manufactured goods

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