Industry News
Predicting distortion and performance of AM-made parts
Researchers have discovered that build orientation has an effect on the formation of residual stresses in parts made by additive manufacturing. [ + ]
Ransomware and the IIoT
Connected devices increase vulnerability to cybercrime. [ + ]
CSIRO technology licensed for robotic security teams
Strategic Elements Ltd subsidiary Stealth Technologies has announced that it has licensed CSIRO technology that enables robots to work together in teams. [ + ]
HAWK launches in-plant PoE and remote monitoring system
Hawk Measurement Systems has designed and developed what it says is the industry's first in-plant and cloud-based measurement and monitoring system. [ + ]
Claroty discloses new vulnerabilities in Modicon M221 PLCs
Claroty and Schneider Electric have disclosed four Modicon M221 authentication bypass flaws. [ + ]
BHP to partner with China Baowu on low-emission steelmaking
BHP has announced that it has signed an MOU with steel producer China Baowu, with the intention to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in steelmaking. [ + ]
TRUMPF and SICK develop the first industrial quantum sensor
The two companies have announced the successful functional test of the world's first quantum optical sensor for serial production. [ + ]
Dr Cathy Foley appointed Australia's next Chief Scientist
Renowned physicist Dr Cathy Foley AO has been appointed Australia's next Chief Scientist, taking over from Dr Alan Finkel AO after his tenure comes to an end in December. [ + ]
Funding boost for South Australian green ammonia project
A project to build the world's largest green ammonia plant in South Australia has been launched. [ + ]
Swisslog technology helps win major logistics award
Swisslog ACPaQ automation technology available in Australasia helps German retail chain win logistics award. [ + ]
The key reasons Aussie businesses miss out on innovation
A new report from the CSIRO reveals the fundamental barriers to innovation adoption for Australian businesses. [ + ]
Why manufacturers should consider 3D and robotics
The federal Budget provides an opportunity for Australian companies to innovate with 3D printing and robotics. [ + ]
Partnership to provide electric charging stations for mines
Siemens Australia and Murray Engineering are partnering to provide vehicle-agnostic underground electric charging stations. [ + ]
TEXEL and Curtin University agree to develop next-generation battery
Curtin University has developed a new battery technology that does not include any rare earth elements and does not consume any of the planet's resources. [ + ]
ABB introduces gas leak detection system for utilities
Governments around the world are seeking to reduce the inherent risks of gas leaks to public safety and the negative impact on global warming. [ + ]
