The IEEE has begun work on developing a new standard to address the security of encrypted tape systems.

The US Army has awarded General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems a $7.9m modification to an existing demilitarisation contract.

JDS Uniphase is to acquire Lightwave Electronics, the solid-state laser developer, in an all cash transaction for $65 million.

An automatic cot rocker rhythmically rocks babies to sleep with a motion emulating the suspension of a car.

To succeed in today’s competitive global market, manufacturers of industrial machinery and heavy equipment must find ways to compress design cycles and accelerate product time-to-market, while...

ABB has won a $25m contract to upgrade and expand power transmission and distribution networks in Nairobi, Kenya

Nanoident Technologies has joined forces with the German company ChipShop to develop an airborne pathogen detection system.

A partnership between Vestas Wind Systems and Bristol University aims to develop new composites for future wind turbines.

Nissan Motor claims to have developed the world’s first clear paint that repairs scratches on painted car surfaces.

Built to provide electricity and irrigation, the Snowy Mountains Scheme has become a symbol of national pride in Australia