Archived News for Engineering Professionals - October, 2024
Nobel nod for learning models
Machine learning owes much of its power to two physicists who never studied computers.
AEMC drives links
The AEMC is clearing the way for critical energy infrastructure projects to proceed.
Ancient iron shows climate shift
Iron nuggets in Western Australia’s Pinnacles have revealed secrets of ancient climate shifts.
Astro-safety beacon tested
Australian scientists are working on a distress beacon system to ensure the safety of astronauts on the Moon.
Bacteria built for plastic waste
Scientists have engineered bacteria to help break down plastic waste.
Breast cancer detection extended
AI breast cancer detection could predict disease four years in advance.
Metricon faces complaint order
Australia's biggest home builder, Metricon, is facing regulator scrutiny over customer complaints.
Power plan for SA sawdust
A sawmill owner is spending $30 million to turn wood waste into green power.
WA to boost gas export
Western Australia’s gas export strategy is drawing concerns about rising household energy costs.
Dock fight over 'bots and pay
US dockworkers may have put off the looming threat of automation for now.
City convenience mapped
As some Australian cities aim for '15-minute' convenience, most suburbs remain far behind.
Tunnel costs defended
Victorian taxpayers are set to bear an additional $837 million in costs for the Melbourne Metro Tunnel project, bringing the total budget to $13.48 billion.