Archived News for Engineering Professionals - June, 2024
Boeing facing flight claims
The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is examining more issues with the Boeing 737.
Gut pill tests coming
Engineers have created a vitamin-pill-sized monitor for the body’s microbiome.
EPA eyes giant coal plan
The NSW EPA is assessing the “largest coal-mining proposal ever put forward” in the state.
Fuel firm secures millions
An Australian company that creates hydrogen fuel has secured significant investment in the US.
Health study money open
A $160 million medical research program in NSW could uncover the next big health breakthrough.
Hydrogen backed for smooth power
Experts say green hydrogen may be the best technology for overcoming the volatility of renewable energy.
Offshore wind site outlined
The federal government has approved a significant offshore wind energy zone off the New South Wales South Coast.
Emoji 'touch' tested
Researchers are exploring the potential of ‘digitalised touch’ in social media.
Industry gender gaps targeted
The Victorian Government has put up new money to address gender disparities in the energy and manufacturing sectors.
Night vision tech tested
Australian engineers are working on new technology that could give night vision abilities to normal glasses.
State funds BlueScope work
The NSW Government is funding the refurbishment of BlueScope’s plate mill at Port Kembla.
Unions link in NSW
The Australian Workers Union (AWU) and the Mining and Energy Union (MEU) have announced...
Beach approved for offshore gas
The Victorian government has approved a new gas extraction project near the Twelve Apostles, the first of its kind in over a decade.
Locals back Jabiluka call
The Northern Territory government has issued a two-year order to halt mining and exploration at Jabiluka, an uranium operation within Kakadu National Park.
New plans for old rigs
Chevron and Esso have both announced plans to address their decommissioned oil rigs off the coast of Australia.
Santos slapped for gas breaches
The Federal Court has ordered Santos to pay a $2,750,000 penalty for violations of the National Gas Rules.
Serco slammed for COVID standards
The Australian Antarctic Division (AAD) has criticised Serco, the private operator of Australia’s icebreaker RSV Nuyina, for not adhering to strict COVID-19 vaccination protocols.
Meta making translation tool
Meta has developed an artificial intelligence (AI) tool capable of translating 200 different languages, including many that are under-resourced.