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Mathematics helps composites go beyond

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Joel Patniotis in an anechoic chamber with a sample DSTG-designed artificial impedance surface. One day reconfigurable antenna surfaces like this could be embedded in the surface of air, sea and land platforms.
Joel Patniotis in an anechoic chamber with a sample DSTG-designed artificial impedance surface. One day reconfigurable antenna surfaces like this could be embedded in the surface of air, sea and land platforms.

Progress embedding antennas in aircraft surfaces.

Defence researchers begin journey to STEM superstardom

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Left to right: Crystal Forrester (Aerospace Engineer) and Dr Cayt Rowe (Operations Analyst)
Left to right: Crystal Forrester (Aerospace Engineer) and Dr Cayt Rowe (Operations Analyst)

Two of Defence's most accomplished rising stars of research have been selected to take part in the Superstars of STEM initiative, which aims to raise public awareness of women working in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

The Internet of Things: here, there and everywhere

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The Internet of things (IoT) is influencing our lives, from smartwatches tracking our daily activities and health, to smart homes with light globes, thermostats, cameras and media players working together.

New maths regime releases our fighter jet from testing shackles

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What do fighter aircraft, alligators and hurricanes have in common?

Cyber researcher takes out Rising Star award

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Less than three years into her professional career, Amy Stringfellow has been awarded the ADM Women in Defence 'Rising Star' award for her achievements in Defence science.

Australia’s AI community rises to the challenge

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Australia’s artificial intelligence (AI) community has rallied to a call from Defence and the Office of National Intelligence (ONI) for solutions to key Defence and security challenges.

LHD Landing Craft enhancement program wins Essington Lewis award

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The team behind substantial capability improvements to Australia's Landing Helicopter Dock (LHD) Landing Craft has taken out the Essington Lewis 'Minor Sustainment Activity' award.

Where next for autonomy research?

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Australian soldiers are exploring the use of robotic and autonomous systems to enhance Army capabilities.
Australian soldiers are exploring the use of robotic and autonomous systems to enhance Army capabilities.

As the prevalence of automation enabled by artificial intelligence (AI) has grown, our familiarity with and reliance on autonomy in our day-to-day lives has increased.

Defence scientists investigating flexible work arrangements

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Dr Justin Fidock with Commander of Joint Task Force 629 for Operation COVID-19 Assist, Major General Paul Kenny (left), and Commander Joint Task Group 629.4 Air Commodore Margot Forster receive an update at Keswick Barracks, South Australia.
Dr Justin Fidock with Commander of Joint Task Force 629 for Operation COVID-19 Assist, Major General Paul Kenny (left), and Commander Joint Task Group 629.4 Air Commodore Margot Forster receive an update at Keswick Barracks, South Australia.

Flexible work practices can increase the productivity and well-being of employees and maximise participation in the workforce.

Keeping Defence fuel in tip-top shape

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Defence Civilian Dr David Evans, Senior Chemistry Scientist from the Engines and Fuels Integrity department, prepares to calibrate a machine prior to testing in the Fuel and Lubricants Laboratory at the Defence Science and Technology Group facility, Fishermans Bend, Melbourne.
Defence Civilian Dr David Evans, Senior Chemistry Scientist from the Engines and Fuels Integrity department, prepares to calibrate a machine prior to testing in the Fuel and Lubricants Laboratory at the Defence Science and Technology Group facility, Fishermans Bend, Melbourne.

Defence scientists David Evans and Paul Rawson specialise in the chemistry of aviation and diesel fuels, respectively.

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