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As South Africa strives to transition to more sustainable and dependable energy sources, hydrogen has emerged as a promising alternative.   Hydrogen is a volatile and explosive gas which has made safety a paramount concern. In this context, the Hydrogen Safety & Hazardous Areas Conference in South Africa takes center stage,...Read More

Whether you are interested in structural engineering and transportation systems, or perhaps environmental stewardship, or urban development - a civil engineering degree paves the way for a fulfilling and impactful career journey. While all engineering careers are in high demand, civil engineering is one of those that remains a compelling...Read More

Artificial Intelligence (AI), often called the "fourth industrial revolution," has transcended the boundaries of science fiction to become a driving force behind engineering innovation, efficiency, and wide field of study opportunities. We highlight key points from a recent webinar and underscore AI's pivotal role in reshaping the engineering landscape. In...Read More

In the world of medical technology, inspiration often arises from the unlikeliest sources. The latest buzz in the field involves bee stingers - yes, you read that right.   Researchers are exploring the intricacies of these tiny natural tools to develop the next generation of micro-medical devices and how they are...Read More

Technology has become an integral part of modern life, profoundly influencing the way we live, work, and interact. The rapid advancement of technology has ushered in numerous benefits, but it also brings its fair share of challenges.   The History of Technology   The concept of technology and its inventions have...Read More

The Engineering Institute of Technology (EIT) has once again demonstrated its commitment to advancing the field of engineering with the resounding success of the third Doctor of Engineering (DEng) Conference, held on September 20th and 21st, 2023.   This two-day event, coordinated by experts in the field, brought together a diverse...Read More

There are four “It Takes a Spark” STEM Conferences being held across Australia in 2023.  Each conference is hosted by a school that has a focus on empowering students to be extraordinary.  Three academic staff from the Engineering Institute of Technology (EIT), Deputy Dean, Mechanical Engineering lecturer, and Mechanical and...Read More

As Hydrostor seals a groundbreaking deal in Australia for its compressed air energy storage (CAES) facility, we look at the mechanics of CAES, its evolving prospects, and its environmental footprint. Hydrostor, a Canadian company renowned for its patented advanced compressed air energy storage technology (A-CAES), has inked a binding agreement...Read More

The world of fusion energy has witnessed remarkable strides in recent years. The question that looms large is this: are we on the cusp of achieving practical fusion energy, and if so, what ramifications will it bring for electrical engineers and society at large? For a century, scientists have delved...Read More

A recent catastrophic earthquake in North Africa that claimed thousands of lives has caused civil and environmental engineering experts to emphasize the need for quake-proof buildings. Read on to discover their recommendations. In the late hours of 8 September, a powerful earthquake originated beneath the formidable Atlas Mountains, a prominent...Read More