SynFlyt is preparing to take its product to regulator CASA for approval this month. Brent Balinski spoke to founder Ross Maclennan about his flight simulator start-up.
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We could 3D print buildings using robots and drones – here’s how
These days, 3D printing is never far from the public eye. Its vast and imaginative array of applications is constantly growing, from life-saving medical implants to life-ending firearms.
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Australia’s Chief Scientist on techno-optimism, renewable energy and encouraging STEM
Dr Alan Finkel took over as Australia’s new Chief Scientist on January 25 this year.
He is a respected neuroscientist, engineer, entrepreneur and philanthropist, and was the Chancellor of
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Australia’s Chief Scientist on techno-optimism, renewable energy and encouraging STEM
Dr Alan Finkel, a neuroscientist, engineer, entrepreneur and philanthropist, took over as Australia’s new Chief Scientist on January 25 this year.
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3D printing gets a little closer to offering “a factory in a box”
Nano Dimension’s DragonFly 2020 is among a group of possibly game-changing industrial-level 3D printers set to become available this year. Brent Balinski spoke to company co-founder Simon Fried about what it offers.
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Mobile computing – the promises and the pitfalls
More and more manufacturers are taking advantage of mobile computing devices in the workplace, but many remain unaware of the problems they can generate. Alan Johnson reports.
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It’s time for manufacturers to get nimble
A recently released manufacturing survey reveals agility is not just beneficial for our physical health, but for companies as well. Alan Johnson reports.
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Experiences, connection and sustainability: a few thoughts on industrial design from a master
Technology is "the raw future" before design gets to it and makes it useful, reckons Yves Behar.
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Moving manufacturing successes into the national psyche: what’s needed?
There’s cautious optimism around that manufacturing’s fortunes have changed. Brent Balinski spoke to Jens Goennemann and Andrew Stevens of the Advanced Manufacturing Growth Centre about building on successes and – hopefully – changing the national psyche around the industry.
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Lack of cyber security knowledge leads to lazy decisions from executives
The numbers and size of cyber security attacks are increasing and Australia is one of the world’s largest targets. The Federal government noted the current impact of cyber attacks on the Australian economy is A$17 billion annually.
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Australia’s outgoing Chief Scientist says we’re good but we can be better
Today marks Professor Ian Chubb’s final day as Australia’s Chief Scientist. It’s a position he’s held for almost five years, during some of Australia’s most turbulent political times.
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With a little polish, scandium could be the next big thing
Like titanium, scandium is a metal Australia possesses in world-leading amounts, and – with a little work – it could present big industrial opportunities. Brent Balinski reports on a recently announced effort to help address the material’s supply/demand nexus.
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Endeavour Awards 2016: NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN
Manufacturers’ Monthly is pleased to announce that nominations for our annual Endeavour Awards are now open.
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Ultrasound could transform 3D printing for a future of smart materials
The advent of 3D printers supposedly means we can manufacture anything in our homes. But in reality most existing home 3D printers can only make things out of certain plastics, although there are industrial systems that can print certain metals.
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Industry policy – industrialisation imperatives
As Australian manufacturers return to work after the Christmas/New Year break, some are no doubt reflecting on the Turnbull government's new promise of Australia becoming the “big ideas” nation.
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How China’s Huawei is taking on Samsung and Apple
Chinese telecoms giant Huawei posted an eye-popping 70% growth in 2015. It is now beating HTC and Sony when it comes to market share in Europe and is third only to Apple and Samsung when it comes to global smartphone sales.
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Australian manufacturer thrives at intersection of technology and human wellbeing
Ringwood’s Trajan Scientific and Medical operates in two acknowledged areas of competitive advantage for Australia: advanced manufacturing and medical technology. Brent Balinski spoke to company CEO Stephen Tomisich about how it plans to change the world of healthcare.
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How 3D printing threatens our patent system
Remember Napster or Grokster? Both services allowed users to share computer files – usually digital music – that infringed the copyrights for those songs.
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Hacking a path forward with 3D printing classes
A 3D printing start-up wants to “educate and inspire” manufacturers and potential Makers. Brent Balinski spoke to Protoworks’ founder Hans Chang about 3D printing in businesses and schools.
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Addressing Australia’s design failures
Central to the success of world-leading manufacturers like Dyson and Apple, a design emphasis is something Australian engineering lacks. Brent Balinski spoke to Deakin University’s Professor Guy Littlefair about how the university is helping to remedy this.
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