Issue 34, August 2003
In this issue: Headlines Events
The Last Word
Exports promoted as cure for economic woes
High value
added exports could provide the wealth to solve Australia’s unemployment
problems and fund environmental responsibility. Customer driven
innovation is a good basis for a globally successful business.
Vehicles gear up for new
weight loss program
A
light metal alloy, developed by Australian researchers, that reduces the
weight of vehicle engine components by up to 70% is being road tested by
Volkswagen.
This one didn't get away
Blue fin
tuna are successfully farmed in Port Lincoln, South Australia. Aquaculture
technology has shown considerable economic benefits and changed fishermen’s
attitudes.
What
is it with structural steel?
Structural
steel is generally the material of choice when it comes to speed of
on-site construction of multi-level buildings. Yet, in Australia, steel
is rarely used in multi-level buildings. Why?
The best
way to predict copper's future is to invent it
History
confirms that changes in customer sentiment and/or technology have
blind-sided companies and whole industries. Collaborating to create a
technology road map can help to avoid this happening to you.
European funding opportunities for Australian research and development
A window
of opportunity has opened for Australian companies to carry out global
research and development activities funded by the European Union.
Professor Michael Dureau joins The Warren Centre
Michael Dureau, former Managing Director of ALSTOM Power, became The
Warren Centre's Executive Director in May.
Innovation heroes, please take a bow
The Warren Centre announces its four inaugural Innovation Heroes. The
awards formally recognise individuals who have made a very significant
achievement in commercialising a technology-driven
product or service.
Finding your innovation sweet spot
Do you
want new ideas that are marketable and manufacturable? Here are five
simple thought processes that might help you create new products that
are both ingenious and viable.
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Events
Supported by The Warren Centre
Technology Entrepreneurs – Critical to
Innovation Success
ATSE Seminar
Level 44, 225 George St, Sydney
Information and registration
www.venture.ee.usyd.edu.au/atse.pdf or
Contact
Professor Trevor Cole
trevor@ee.usyd.edu.au
Afternoon, 26 August 2003
First International Congress on Light Metals
Technology (LMT 2003)
Sheraton Hotel, Brisbane
Information and registration
www.lightmetals.org
Caryn Morgan
carynmorgan@cmassoc.com.au
18 to 20 September 2003
Sydney’s Engineering Heritage
Sydney University Engineering Alumni
Lecture Program: 2003
Various Sydney locations
6.30pm - 8.30pm Mondays from 13 October to 17 November: 6 meetings
Information and registration: Click
here.
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