Extreme science with meaning
Extreme temperatures, futuristic testing chambers, advanced equipment, Bunsen burners and flammable materials are all in a day’s work for Miriem
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DSTG
Defence capability put to new use
A thumb-sized device made by Defence for chemical detection has found a new purpose. CAPTION: Defence Science and Technology Group’s MIST
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Weapons ‘Fitbit’ gets a run to improve accuracy
A trial is under way to test if dry-firing with a ‘Fitbit for shooting’ can improve soldiers’ live-fire skills. CAPTION: Scientists
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AI technology strategic challenge tested
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has the potential to deter, shape and change the character of warfare. CAPTION: Will Forker and Luis Leal
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Scientists dive into better communication
Having the chance to see their work in action is a highlight for many Defence Science and Technology Group (DSTG)
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DSTG developing ‘steerable’ radio antennas
Radio frequency technology has come a long way since the days of manually adjusting rabbit ears to get a TV
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Quantum leap for military time keepers
Among the fleet of warships at last year’s Rim of the Pacific Exercise (RIMPAC), one carried a pair of Australian-built
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Laser-shooting drone penetrates the depths
A laser-shooting sensor on Navy’s eye in the sky mapped the seabed and beach for amphibious landings as part of
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AI driven fleet management improves aviator efficiency
One of the most innovative and forward-looking projects under the Jericho Disruption Innovation Program is already assisting aviators and enhancing
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‘Lunch and Learn’ for advanced science
Directed-energy weapons and quantum technology were up for discussion as Defence celebrated the launch of National Science Week with a
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Looking back at missile testing in Australia
Lessons learnt from British missile testing gave Australia decades of advantage. This history article tells the story of Defence Science
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New glue coming out of shell
An adhesive inspired by marine molluscs and a bonding technology using magnetic nanoparticles were two of the promising innovations that
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Steel used in Navy shipbuilding put through extreme tests
Freezing steel plates and blowing them up are ways scientists at the Defence Science and Technology Group ensure materials used in
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Brain waves control robot dog’s moves
While biological dogs respond to voice commands “sit”, “fetch” and “stay”, robotic dogs might soon take instruction via a person’s
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Innovative ideas ignited in innovation showcase
Budding entrepreneurs are set to pitch their ideas to potential Defence and Defence industry customers in an online innovation showcase.
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Defence remembers leading scientist, 30 years on
This year marks the 30th anniversary since Defence experienced the tragic loss of one of its scientists, Michael Howlett, who
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Navy tests autonomous technologies
About 40 new, innovative autonomous technologies are being tested and evaluated in the waters of Jervis Bay on Exercise Autonomous
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The rise and rise of Australia’s greatest defence export – Nulka
Some of the world’s largest warships are protected from missile attack by Nulka, an Australian-designed rocket that pretends to be
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115 years of Defence science
When Australia’s first defence scientist, Cecil Hake, set out to create a national factory to manufacture the gunpowder replacement cordite
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Top Defence science prize awarded
Defence operations analyst Dr Alexander Kalloniatis is the 2021 recipient of the Minister’s Award for Achievement in Defence Science. CAPTION:
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