Archived News for Engineering Professionals - June, 2021
Skies around the world are criss-crossed with contrails - fluffy white streaks left by airplanes.
Ears reveal BAC level
Japanese researchers have developed high-tech earmuffs that can measure blood alcohol concentration.
Funds pulled after coal boss appointed
The University of Newcastle has been blacklisted by philanthropists after appointing coal mining boss Mark Vaile as its new chancellor.
Google seeks expanded tones
Google is searching for a new way to measure skin tones to curb bias in its products.
New firm aims at off-grid options
A new startup is seeking to solve some of the hardest problems in the transition to renewable energy.
News of nuclear leak seeps out
The Chinese government has acknowledged there are damaged fuel rods in a reactor at a nuclear plant near Hong Kong, days after denying the incident.
RNA-writing uncovered
Researchers in the US have shown that human cells can write RNA sequences into DNA.
Morrison muscles sub firm
The Prime Minister has attempted to pressure France on its multi-billion-dollar submarine deal deadline.
SA rocket site questioned
The SA Government has approved a rocket launch pad on the Eyre Peninsula, despite objections from...
Alzheimer's vaccine tested
Experts have reported back after Phase II trials of an Alzheimer's vaccine.
ARENA dilution opposed
The Federal Government faces hurdles in its attempt to redirect renewable energy funds.
Microplastic maps improved
Satellite studies have revealed seasonal changes and sources of microplastics in the ocean.
AN0M sting shows local power
Australia’s decryption laws have been used on a global scale, after dodgy operators were taken down by an app.
ARENA backs hybrid site
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) is helping fund a $30 million ‘solar hydro’ power plant trial.
CAES builder spruiks local benefits
The company behind an advanced compressed-air energy storage facility says it will inject $457 million into a region town’s economy.
Expert laments EV 'wars'
Electric vehicles are being “caught in the culture wars”, according to one expert.
Forced labour drives train work
A company accused of using forced labour is still supplying parts for new Melbourne trains.
Gas gained from angled holes
Arrow Energy has been accused of drilling CSG wells under farmland without notifying landholders.
Laundry power plotted
Lithuanian scientists have come up with a way to turn laundry lint into electricity.
MCA backs local coal
Australia’s main mining lobby has described local thermal coal as the best in the world.
Planners raise coal concerns
The NSW planning department has recommended that a new Hume Coal mine be refused.