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An Australian aerospace engineer just flew a battery-powered drone at 411 mph, breaking the previous record in a thrilling back-and-forth rivalry that's pushing electric aviation to new heights. The friendly competition has seen speeds jump from 300 to 411 mph in less than two years.
Katherine Bennell-Pegg, who became Australia's first qualified astronaut in 2024, has been named Australian of the Year for inspiring a nation to reach for the stars. The space engineer is now encouraging young Australians to embrace science with the same "give it a go" spirit they bring to sports fields.
Scientists have solved a decades-old puzzle by creating 3D-printed titanium that floats even after cracking or breaking. The breakthrough could revolutionize how we build ocean structures, from buoys to marine platforms.
A groundbreaking study challenges engineers to move beyond defense systems and design technologies that actively reduce conflict and promote stability. The research outlines how engineering choices, from water pipelines to power grids, can either fuel tensions or foster peace.
An Australian aerospace engineer just flew a battery-powered drone at 411 mph, pushing back in a thrilling speed contest with a South African father-son team. The friendly rivalry has driven drone speeds from 300 to over 400 mph in less than two years.
A Queensland glider pilot just soared 1,266 kilometres across the Australian outback without a single drop of fuel, setting a new continental record. David Jansen's 10-hour flight from Alice Springs to South Australia proves what's possible when human skill meets perfect natural conditions.
Engineers in Australia just shattered the world record for solar cell efficiency, a breakthrough that could make solar panels cheaper and more powerful for everyone. The achievement brings us one step closer to affordable clean energy worldwide.
Ghana's Deputy Minister is urging engineers to enter politics and governance, arguing that technical expertise is missing from policy decisions. Only two engineers currently serve in the cabinet, creating a gap between policy design and real-world implementation.
The University of Virginia's Engineering Student Council threw a special gala to honor undergraduate students who've made their campus community better. From teaching assistants to design team leaders, dozens of student engineers got recognized for going the extra mile.
Timothy Moananu, 24, earned his Bachelor of Engineering with honors in forestry from the University of Canterbury and now works as a principal engineer in Samoa. His father challenged him to pursue the degree without academic help at home, and Timothy proved he could make it happen. ---
African engineers with world-changing ideas can now compete for £50,000 and months of free business training in the UK. The Royal Academy of Engineering just opened applications for its 2027 Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation, supporting solutions that tackle real problems across sub-Saharan Africa.
Beijing just launched a groundbreaking professional title system specifically for robotics engineers, creating the first clear career pathway in a field that's reshaping our future. The city's 30,000 robotics professionals can now advance from assistant engineer to principal senior engineer with recognition for real innovation.
One of Australia's most beloved rock bands is getting back together after four decades apart. Australian Crawl's original members will perform 10 concerts this fall alongside Men At Work and other Aussie music legends.
A six-foot Scots engineer who once fixed jet engines now helps businesses transition into renewable energy. Her journey shows how workers from other industries are filling critical gaps in the green economy.
An Indian engineer turned 11 failed college courses and a $100 monthly salary into a $60,000 senior engineering role in just five years. His story proves that where you start doesn't determine where you finish.
Nigeria just handed 30 student engineering teams $3,000 each to turn their classroom ideas into real products that could transform the country. It's the boldest move yet to stop young engineers from leaving the country by showing them they can build their futures at home.
Engineering students in Nigeria are getting real-world career guidance from industry professionals through a new mentorship program tackling Africa's youth unemployment crisis. Schneider Electric is pairing university students with working engineers to bridge the gap between classroom learning and workplace skills.
Seven teams of MIT undergrads designed, built, and test-fired actual jet engines in just four weeks using AI as their engineering partner. The JARVIS Challenge proved AI can dramatically speed up hardware development, but human judgment still makes the difference.
The Royal Academy of Engineering is now accepting applications for the 2027 Africa Prize, offering African engineers a chance to turn their solutions into market-ready innovations. The program combines funding with eight months of business mentorship to help promising technologies reach the people who need them most.
Gambia's President challenged engineering graduates to turn their skills into real solutions for climate change, food security, and energy access. The country is betting big on homegrown engineers to transform national infrastructure and create jobs.
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