New material for thermal imaging lenses discovered by Flinders researchers
Researchers from Flinders University have discovered a new, inexpensive material that may be used to create thermal imaging lenses, hinting at new manufacturing uses for the technology.
Aussie manufacturers use space tech for safer, more efficient mining ops
Two Australian manufacturers are revolutionising mining operations through the use of spaceborne particles and hyperspectral imaging, significantly enhancing both safety and productivity in the industry.
New Smart Enough Factory program to help Victorian SMEs enter defence supply chains
The Victorian Government has announced a $1.36 million package to help local defence industry companies transform their operations by deploying digital technologies to drive...
Automation needed to ease APAC warehouse struggles, study finds
A new study by Zebra Technologies has highlighted growing concerns among warehouse workers in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, with over 72 per cent citing safety risks on the warehouse floor.
UNSW Sydney introduces newly developed 3D bioprinting surgical tool
Researchers from UNSW Sydney have engineered a miniature soft robotic arm capable of 3D printing biomaterial directly onto the organs of a person.
Australia launches first National Quantum Strategy
The Australian government released the country’s first National Quantum Strategy today to back quantum industries that boost Australia’s economic competitiveness and help solve the country’s biggest national challenges.
L3Harris Micreo to manufacture new explosive ordnance disposal robots
The Albanese Government has inked a $46 million contract with Queensland-based L3Harris Micreo to manufacture up to 80 new explosive ordnance disposal robots for Australia’s sailors, soldiers and aviators.
Germany’s University of Applied Sciences Hamburg deploys SPEE3D’s 3D Printer
SPEE3D has delivered its proprietary metal cold spray technology to the University of Applied Sciences Hamburg (HAW Hamburg) in Germany in a collaboration aimed at boosting additive manufacturing capabilities for students and the European community.
CSIRO and Swinburne revolutionise Australia’s manufacturing sector with Industry 4.0 testlab
The Swinburne-CSIRO National Industry 4.0 Testlab is shaping the future of Australian manufacturing by introducing new initiatives, including a pioneering method for additive manufacturing of carbon fibre composite materials.
Northrop Grumman AU showcases Joint Air Battle Management System for Defence
Northrop Grumman Australia has successfully completed the demonstration of a sovereign, fifth-generation Joint Air Battle Management System (JABMS) for the AIR6500 Program Office in...
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Xometry CEO Sanjeev Singh Sahni on how AI and digital networks are reshaping manufacturing supply chains
Australian manufacturers have long competed against distance. In an exclusive interview with Australian Manufacturing, Xometry CEO Sanjeev Singh Sahni discusses how AI can help manufacturers access more production capacity and simplify traditionally email-driven supply chains.
