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Brent Balinski

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As seen in: @AuManufacturing, Sydney Morning Herald, InnovationAus.com, Food Magazine (AU), Plant Services, Create Digital, Manufacturers’ Monthly, IdeaSpies
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Composite materials breathe new life into the historic Birkenhead Bridge

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By Brent Balinski Verified, Joe Ennis
| Create Digital
When traditional materials reached their limit, engineers turned to advanced fibre-reinforced polymers to revitalise a South Australian landmark. Fibre-reinforced polymers (FRP) are increasingly favoured for structural repairs due to their high strength, low weight, and exceptional corrosion resistance. In harsh marine environments, these composites offer a distinct advantage over reinforced concrete, which can suffer from chloride-induced steel corrosion.
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Rubble to recovery: Turning warzone waste into usable construction material

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By Brent Balinski Verified
| Create Digital
These Australian engineers are making bricks out of rubble from disaster sites and warzones – helping to improve conditions for people living in affected regions. The paths of Perth-based engineers Nic Matich and Blake Stacey crossed last decade while trying to commercialise a “unique-shaped brick”. The venture was unsuccessful, but a lamentation session saw new plans sketched out, literally on a beer coaster. The pair’s big idea?
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Manufacturing leader says prospects for hydrogen tech remain solid, provided it doesn’t rely on subsidies

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By Brent Balinski Verified
| @AuManufacturing Verified
The Gartner Hype Cycle (see below) has gotten a workout during the current generative AI boom. It can be an interesting framework to superimpose on the progress of any new technology that attracts a surge of interest. For the green hydrogen industry, SolidHydrogen CEO Philippe Odouard says the peak was probably about two years ago. This year has seen excitement turn to reality in a lot of ways, such as the axing of major projects in South Australia and Queensland.
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