UAV-based LiDAR: the future of surveying
A research team from the University of New South Wales and Linke & Linke Surveys has developed a 3D mapping drone that can survey a large area in minutes, saving…
Surveyors help redefine boundaries for bushfire victims
Licensed surveyors and students recently volunteered to help South Australian farmers redefine their property boundaries following a devastating fire. The 2015 Pinery bushfire destroyed 97 homes, 83,000 hectares and claimed…
Futures discovered at USQ Engineering and Surveying event
Choosing your future can be a daunting task, but how better to prepare than to get the information you need straight from the horse’s mouth? Discover Engineering and Surveying was…
Women in Surveying (NSW)
The world of surveying is changing, with an increasing number of female surveyors in New South Wales entering the historically male-dominated profession. Currently numbers are still quite low, with 25…
South Australia’s Wonky Borders
Surveyors in the 1800s did not have the ease of transport and advanced technology enjoyed by surveyors today. Not only did they have limited resources to work with, they were…
Why is an Air Ejector Used On Ships?
Air ejectors on a ship help in removing air blocks from the ship's feed water system. There are several types of air ejectors used on ships. The article describes as…
Marine Boilers – A General Overview
One of the most important items of equipment aboard ships, boilers are used for numerous purposes. This article describes the construction and working of a marine boiler. Whether it is…
How to Choose a Main Engine for Your Ship?
We all know that the heart of the ship is its main engine.A ship cannot run without its main engine. But how can we say that a particular engine is…
Calculating Fluid Jets for Nozzles and Mouthpieces
The article discusses expressions that are generally useful for determining the various factors involved with fluid flow through nozzles and orifices. The practical relevance is also demonstrated through an experiment.…
Putting the theory to the test at the University of Newcastle
It’s one thing to be taught the theory behind surveying – it’s another to be out there in the field putting theory into practice! That’s just what some of the…
