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Defence scientist Nicole Blaess conducts research at Defence Science and Technology Group Edinburgh. Story by Robert Nutbrown. Photo supplied.

Quantum science guides new way of navigating

15/08/2025 Posted by Mike Hughes 6599 Views 0 Comments DSTG, National Science Week

The future of navigation might rely not on satellites but on sub-atomic particles. CAPTION: Defence scientist Nicole Blaess conducts research at

From left, Army Privates Robert Leighton, Adithya Biju and Lachlan Coe, from the School of Military Engineering, create 3D models at the Makerspace facility at Holsworthy Barracks, Sydney. Story and photos by Sergeant Brodie Cross.

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Three dimensions of problem solving

25/08/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 2373 Views 0 Comments Holsworthy Barracks, National Science Week

Creativity and innovation were on display at the Makerspace facility in Holsworthy Barracks during National Science Week 2023, with soldiers

Defence Science and Technology Group scientist Dr Ben Sparkes, left, works with Australian-built quantum clocks at the University of Adelaide.

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Quantum leap for military time keepers

25/08/202325/08/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 2874 Views 0 Comments DSTG, National Science Week

Among the fleet of warships at last year’s Rim of the Pacific Exercise (RIMPAC), one carried a pair of Australian-built

Pilot Officer Alanna Carew RAAF Base East Sale with a 32 Squadron B350 King Air Aircraft. Story by Flight Lieutenant Cindy Ritchie. Photo by Petty Officer Rick Prideaux.

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Following their aviation mission

18/08/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 2713 Views 0 Comments National Science Week, RAAF East Sale

Pilot Officers Alanna Carew and Kris Byrne are following their passion for aviation while undertaking training at the Air Mission

S100 crew from 822X Squadron and Defence Science and Technology Group personnel discuss the S100 bathymetric LiDAR sensor trials on the flight deck of HMAS Adelaide during Exercise Sea Raider. Story by Corporal Luke Bellman. Photo by Able Seaman Rikki-Lea Phillips.

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Laser-shooting drone penetrates the depths

17/08/202324/08/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 2695 Views 0 Comments DSTG, Exercise Sea Raider, HMAS Adelaide, National Science Week, unmanned aerial systems

A laser-shooting sensor on Navy’s eye in the sky mapped the seabed and beach for amphibious landings as part of

An example of aircraft to benefit from the Delphi system, a RAAF P-8A Poseidon takes off from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport in Hawaii during Exercise RIMPAC 2022. Story by John Noble. Photo by Leading Seaman Daniel Goodman.

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AI driven fleet management improves aviator efficiency

17/08/202326/08/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 2566 Views 0 Comments Delphi, DSTG, National Science Week, P-8A Poseidon, Plan Jericho

One of the most innovative and forward-looking projects under the Jericho Disruption Innovation Program is already assisting aviators and enhancing

Drones flying above an enemy position demonstrate in concept surveillance (green), electronic warfare (blue), and attack (orange) capabilities during a human-machine team exercise at Puckapunyal Military Area. Story and photos by Sergeant Matthew Bickerton.

Australian Army News Science & Technology

A swarm of technological advances

16/08/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 2344 Views 0 Comments drones, M113, National Science Week, optionally crewed combat vehicle, Robotic and Autonomous Systems Implementation & Coordination Office (RICO)

Dozens of drones fly undetected above an enemy position feeding real-time surveillance back to the commander while he prepares a

Chief Defence Scientist Professor Tanya Monro at the Defence National Science Week Launch at Russell Offices in Canberra. Story by Corporal Michael Rogers. Photo by Lauren Larking

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‘Lunch and Learn’ for advanced science

16/08/202322/08/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 2067 Views 0 Comments DSTG, National Science Week

Directed-energy weapons and quantum technology were up for discussion as Defence celebrated the launch of National Science Week with a

Chief of Army Lieutenant General Simon Stuart speaks with industry representatives during the Chief of Army Symposium 2022 at the Adelaide Convention Centre. Story by Warrant Officer Class Two Max Bree. Photo by Sergeant Tristan Kennedy.

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Army exploring heavy-lift drone capabilities

19/08/202223/08/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 2983 Views 0 Comments Defence Innovation Hub, National Science Week, Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs)

Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) could be delivering supplies and doing casualty evacuations within five to 10 years, if concepts at

Captain Verity Farragher, left, with Warrant Officer Class Two Paul Thompson and Warrant Officer Class Two Phillip Harris conduct a site inspection during the Army Aboriginal Community Assistance Program in Gapuwiyak. Story by Corporal Dustin Anderson. Photo by Corporal Lucas Petersen.

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Civilian engineering placement builds confidence for Army engineers

19/08/202223/08/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 3540 Views 0 Comments AACAP, National Science Week

When Australian Army Engineer Captain Verity Farragher saw the chance to work with one of Australia’s top construction companies, she

22 Squadron from 13 Engineer Regiment has been created as a science, technology, engineering and maths incubator. Story by Captain Sandra Seman-Bourke. Photo by Corporal Nakia Chapman.

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Engineering a new way of thinking

19/08/202223/08/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 2992 Views 0 Comments 13th Brigade, 22 Engineer Squadron, National Science Week

The 13th Brigade in Western Australia has evolved from a part-time workforce brigade into a test bed for innovation and

Able Seaman Electronics Technician Edward Simcock works on the navigation system on the bridge of HMAS Warramunga while on deployment. Story by Lieutenant Max Logan. Photo by Leading Seaman Daniel Goodman.

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Passion for technology leads to rewarding career

19/08/202219/08/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 2416 Views 0 Comments HMAS Warramunga, National Science Week, RIMPAC

He started out working on remote control cars and now maintains advanced sensors aboard a warship – while they are worlds

Assistant Marine Engineering Officer, Sub Lieutenant Jackson Harvey conducts maintenance checks on the gas turbine on-board HMAS Warramunga while on deployment. Story by Lieutenant Max Logan. Photo by Leading Seaman Daniel Goodman.

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A world of opportunities

16/08/2022 Posted by Mike Hughes 1994 Views 0 Comments HMAS Warramunga, National Science Week, RIMPAC

The beautiful island of O’ahu in Hawaii is one of many places a career in science, technology, engineering and mathematics