Moving in the right direction Drivers and pedestrians often need help getting from point A to point B. Paper maps have gone the way of the dinosaur, being replaced by GPS navigation. But relying on GPS systems to find your way is fraught with problems. How often have you walked or driven in the wrong […]
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The future of farming on ocean waves University of South Australia researchers’ floating vertical sea farms harness the sun and sea to power self-sustainable greenhouses and combat growing global shortages of freshwater and suitable farmland. Farmers tending an armada of greenhouses, floating along the coastline, with solar-powered desalination providing freshwater for self-irrigation. This futuristic vision
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Upcycling low-value wool Mud to Marle aims to turn waste fibres into wool and cotton blend products that are spun, knitted, woven and dyed in Australia. Australia is renowned for its wool, supplying millions of kilograms of prized raw fibre globally each year. Wool fibre length plays a crucial role in determining its suitability for
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Seeing our cities in a new light Interromate’s robust optical fibre sensors provide the right ‘eyes’ to monitor the health of urban infrastructure threatened by harsh environments. Urban life in Australia is a focus of public discussion, especially around sustainability and population distribution. With 67% of Australians living in capital cities, these areas often feel
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Micropaper and laser pen Braille notation of ‘secret message’ encoded onto the sulphur-based, erasable film Credit: Angew. Chem. Int. Ed. 2024 63:e202404902 Flinders University researchers have discovered a light-responsive, inexpensive sulphur-based polymer that can be written upon by low-power, visible-light lasers – providing a new surface for erasable information storage. Advances in data storage have
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Wearable electro-pharmaceutical transforms epilepsy care Remagine Labs has developed the world’s first smart electro-pharmaceutical capable of transporting epilepsy drugs through the skin with personalised control of dosage. Epilepsy is a disabling, long-term, neurological condition characterised by recurring, unprovoked seizures. Epilepsy is the fourth most common brain disorder in the world and impacts around 3 in
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Providing the spark for richer soil Pioneering engineers have redesigned plasma microreactors to transform hydrogen or air into customised fertilisers. Fertilisers are essential for enhancing crop yields and ensuring food security, making their availability crucial for Australian agriculture. A large part of our fertiliser is imported, including all of Australia’s granular urea supply for nitrogen-based
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Co-designing the future of MedTech ANFF’s Designer in Residence program fosters human-centred design, empowering startups to create user-driven, impactful technological solutions. Innovation alone does not guarantee a product’s success. Even groundbreaking technologies can fail if they overlook everyday consumer needs. High-profile failures like Google Health Records, Segway PT and Evian’s Water Bra illustrate how neglecting
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Rolling out solar Kardinia Energy’s innovative printed solar technology will revolutionise solar installations, making them viable for previously unsuitable commercial and industrial spaces. As of early 2023, over 3.4 million traditional silicon solar power systems have been installed on Australian homes and small businesses, continuing the technology’s widespread adoption in this country. However, some roofs
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ANFF NEXT showcases Australian innovation at its best The Australian National Fabrication Facility is thrilled to announce the online release of its 2024 Casebook, ANFF NEXT! This publication embodies the excitement and potential of forward-thinking endeavours, propelling us toward innovation and excellence. ANFF NEXT represents ANFF’s strategic vision, emphasising growth and evolution from a stable
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This is the time of year when ANFF prepares the annual Casebook. We are seeking projects and case studies to be included in the 2024 edition. ANFF Next 2024 will focus on ANFF’s future-oriented endeavours that propel us toward new horizons. ANFF Next is about pioneering innovation, fostering future technologies and empowering tomorrow’s solutions. We
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The 2023 ANFF Casebook is now available online. The Australian National Fabrication Facility is a national cooperative network of open-access research facilities specializing in micro and nanofabrication. It provides researchers and industry partners with advanced tools and expertise for developing pioneering technologies. ‘ANFF – Connected’ centres on ANFF’s connections within various research and technology landscapes,
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ANFF acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and pays respect to Elders past and present. We also acknowledge the First Nations people of Australia as engineers and scientists in whose tradition and footsteps we aspire to follow.
