Archived News for Engineering Professionals - August, 2018
A new study has found tech tools can create significantly higher classroom engagement.
Adani spill details revealed
Conservationists have gained access to documents that coal giant Adani tried hard to keep hidden.
NEG limping ahead
The Coalition has managed to reach basic consensus on a Nation Energy Guarantee (NEG) ...
CASA investigating AVGAS issues
The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) has issued a serious warning to helicopter pilots.
Chinese 5G links alleged
Reports this week link potential suppliers of equipment to Australia’s 5G network to China’s Communist Party.
Optus and Curtin combine on AI
A new academic effort has been created to assess the impact of artificial intelligence on ...
Solar science takes phosphorus option
Engineers are experimenting with phosphorus to make super-thin solar cells.
'Hothouse' forecast for Earth
New research suggests the Earth is at risk of entering a hothouse climate, which would be devastating ...
CSIRO hydro gaining traction
CSIRO has a new way to make hydrogen fuel from ammonia, which would allow it to be stored and transported much more easily.
Tech tapped for autism assistance
Children with autism have been equipped with high-tech augmentations to help improve their social skills.
Civil firm enters administration
York Civil has gone into voluntary administration despite its involvement in ...
Lawyers question QLD loophole
Environmentalists say new Queensland laws would allow companies to avoid rehabilitating some mine sites.
ACMA issues band info
ACMA has released critical information ahead of the auction of the first 5G spectrum.
Gut pill tests going well
New trials of a high-tech pill have found it can be hugely successful at diagnosing gut disorders.
NT calls for telco action
The Northern Territory says progress is being slowed by excess regional telecommunications reviews.
Sea Shepherd sails for Adani
Sea Shepherd is changing course in an attempt to stop Adani's Carmichael coal project.
States hold out on NEG
A new survey finds over 70 per cent of Australians want the government to set a high renewable energy target.