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Low cost energy, using organic photovoltaics

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +1000

CSIRO’s Flexible Electronics team are developing new materials and processes to enable high throughput, low cost reel-to-reel printable electronics for the production of thin film organic photovoltaic solar cells.

The CSIRO 'Future of Manufacturing' publication

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +1000

Keep informed about innovation in the manufacturing sector with this publication, brought to you from CSIRO's Manufacturing, Materials and Minerals Group.

High-performance, high-comfort fabric for active sportswear

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +1000

CSIRO is keeping active people in comfort with high-performance fabrics.

Victorian Direct Manufacturing Centre

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +1000

The Victorian Direct Manufacturing Centre is a novel model where the government of Victoria, CSIRO and industry to share risk in innovation to make Victorian manufacturing more globally competitive, productive and green.

Maia x-ray microprobe elemental imaging system

Fri, 01 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +1000

Maia was developed to produce high-definition, quantitative elemental images with microscopic or nanoscopic detail in real-time.

Understanding nanosafety

Thu, 09 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +1000

Understanding and minimising the risks associated with the development of nanotechnology-based products.

Prototype engineering workshop

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +1000

Our combined expertise in fine tooling, machining, precision finishing of products and in hardening and grinding is used to develop prototype instruments.

Fibre Science Research Program

Fri, 13 May 2011 00:00:00 +1000

Our Fibre Science program investigates the structure, properties and behaviours of fibres and fibrous structures, creating new materials that are lighter, stronger and smarter. (4 pages)

New material creates lighter aeroplanes

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +1000

How an advanced, strong material could be used to make aeroplanes lighter is revealed in this video. (2:00)

Innovative chemical manufacturing overview

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +1100

Innovative manufacturing processes represent real opportunity to recast traditional resource-intensive chemical manufacture into a modern sustainable practice.

PhotoSeal™

Fri, 04 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +1100

CSIRO has developed a new light-activated surgical tissue sealant.

Automated Impact Sensing System: revolutionising combat sports

Wed, 22 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +1100

CSIRO has been working with the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) to produce a fully objective system to detect impact in combat sports.

Advanced engineered components

Tue, 14 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +1100

CSIRO is transforming existing industries and building future manufacturing opportunities through innovation.

Making titanium metal powder

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +1100

Based on fluidised bed technology, CSIRO’s novel TiRO™ process produces high quality commercially pure titanium powder.

Analysis at Point of Sampling (APOS)

Tue, 28 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +1000

CSIRO is developing hand-held sensor systems for in situ detection and analysis of biochemical and biological species.

Carbon Nanotube Yarn

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +1000

CSIRO research is supporting the development of revolutionary new products and processes in medicine, environmental management and energy.

Advanced fibrous materials: lighter, stronger, smarter

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +1000

We focus on the use of advanced materials in fibrous structures to create high-value products.

Automotive specification testing

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +1000

Download our listing of National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA) accredited specification tests for automotive materials (2 pages).

Safer mould shape means no hot splashes

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +1000

An aluminium ingot mould design devised by CSIRO researchers has overcome a safety hazard from boiling coolant water splashing onto molten aluminium in newly filled moulds.

Textile testing laboratory

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +1000

CSIRO has the best equipped textile testing laboratory in Australia for investigating the properties of fibres, yarns, textiles and related materials.

Textile testing fees 2011 - 2012

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +1000

This listing presents CSIRO’s 2011-12 fee-for-service rates for advanced textile testing and processing services. (2 pages)

Simulation leads to improved mineral processing

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +1000

Computer simulation of mineral processing is leading to more cost-effective plant designs and improved operating conditions, without the need for expensive real-world trials.

Simulating the flow of liquids, gases and particles

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +1000

CSIRO expertise in computational fluid dynamics is delivering improved mineral and energy processing, more efficient manufacturing processes, and more realistic computer animation.

Siropulse: high-resolution sub-surface radar

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +1000

CSIRO's innovative radar system can probe distances from less than one centimetre to several metres and will pick up both metallic and non-metallic objects.

Advancing human performance: CSIRO and AIS forge a partnership

Wed, 02 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +1000

CSIRO partners with the Australian Institute of Sport to build and capitalise on Australia's international reputation in sports performance.

Industrial Research Services information sheet

Fri, 21 May 2010 00:00:00 +1000

Download this information sheet outlining the range of services offered by CSIRO Industrial Research Services. (4 pages)

Fire systems information sheet

Wed, 19 May 2010 00:00:00 +1000

Download this information sheet outlining the services offered by the CSIRO Fire Systems Laboratory at CSIRO Highett, Melbourne, Australia. (2 pages)

Verification services information sheet

Fri, 14 May 2010 00:00:00 +1000

This information sheet outlines our verification services located at CSIRO, Highett, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. (2 pages)

Hydraulics information sheet

Wed, 12 May 2010 00:00:00 +1000

This information sheet outlines the capabilities and assessment services offered by our Hydraulics Laboratory at North Ryde, Sydney. (2 pages)

Slips, surfaces and waterproof membranes information sheet

Wed, 12 May 2010 00:00:00 +1000

Download this information sheet which outlines the slip resistance consulting and testing services available at CSIRO Highett, Victoria, Australia. (2 pages)

Facade engineering and weather performance of buildings information sheet

Tue, 11 May 2010 00:00:00 +1000

Download this information sheet on our facade engineering and weather performance of buildings capabilities at CSIRO, North Ryde, New South Wales, Australia. (2 pages)

Acoustics information sheet

Wed, 05 May 2010 00:00:00 +1000

Download this information sheet outlining the services provided by the CSIRO acoustics laboratory at Highett, Melbourne, Victoria. (2 pages)

Fire engineering information sheet

Wed, 05 May 2010 00:00:00 +1000

This information sheet outlines CSIRO's fire engineering consultancy services at Highett, Melbourne, Victoria. (2 pages)

Fire testing information sheet

Wed, 05 May 2010 00:00:00 +1000

This information sheet outlines our fire testing capabilities at the CSIRO Fire Science and Technology laboratory at North Ryde, Sydney, New South Wales (2 pages).

Coatings and materials durability information sheet

Mon, 03 May 2010 00:00:00 +1000

This information sheet outlines the services offered by CSIRO Coatings and materials durability group at Highett, Melbourne, Victoria. (2 pages)

Science for tomorrow: New developments

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 00:00:00 +1000

This article contains three stories on an eco-friendly metal coating, a new CSIRO book called 'Contested Country' and distributed energy. (1 page)

Wool's fashion secrets: natural advantages

Fri, 16 Apr 2010 00:00:00 +1000

Does wool have natural attributes that give it a competitive advantage? Find out by downloading this presentation on the unique structure of the wool fibre. (38 pages)

Renewable industrial chemicals from plants

Tue, 23 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +1100

CSIRO Plant Industry in collaboration with the Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) is researching plants that may be able to replace petrochemicals in the manufacture of polymers and other industrial products.

Casting a partnership for export success

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +1100

Technology developed by CSIRO scientists in collaboration with an Australian SME and Rio Tinto Alcan (RTA) through the CAST CRC is helping boost global sales of Australian ingot casting machines.

SiroLock™: carding solution for fibre control

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +1100

SiroLock™ doffer and worker wire is a significant breakthrough in fibre processing efficiency.

SiroLock card wire in operation

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +1100

SiroLock™ card wire collects fibres from carding more efficiently than conventional card wire. (0:05)

Bi-component fibre extrusion