Space Technology and Industry Institute (STII) Industry Day
Event description
We are proud to have NanoVacuum and Quoba Systems as sponsors of this event.
Over the past two years, STII has facilitated projects with leading industry partners, pushing the frontiers of astrophysics, aerospace, aviation, AI, and more. The STII Industry Day is a platform for industry partners, researchers, and space professionals to come together and discuss advances, opportunities, and challenges in the space sector while networking to strengthen collaborations. This event will catalyse new ideas, reveal expert insights, address workforce gaps and training, and provide access to Swinburne’s top student talent.
Event schedule
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Keynote Speaker
We are very excited to welcome Laura Drake, Senior Manufacturing Engineer at Gilmour Space Technology
as our keynote speaker who will share insights into the captivating initiatives currently underway in the field.
Specialising in additive manufacturing, Laura's expertise drives innovation and efficiency in aerospace component
production. With a background in mechanical engineering, her role involves solving complex challenges and
promoting sustainable manufacturing practices. Laura's contributions play a pivotal role in Gilmour Space's
pioneering work in Australia's New Space industry
Why join the event:
- Embark on a Journey of Discovery: Join us as we unveil the latest in space technology R&D. Learn about our key research themes including advanced manufacturing for space, radiation shielding, and applied machine learning from our experts.
- Conversations that Inspire: Engage with knowledgeable researchers and other industry experts. Gain insights into the fascinating projects and collaborations that are addressing the Industry’s critical challenges.
- Help Shape the Future of Education: Your voice matters. Participate in a panel discussion to help craft the future of space education. Hear from Swinburne team about our initiatives such as Youth Space Innovation Challenge and Space-related courses. Together, we'll identify essential skills and opportunities for growth.
- Forge Powerful Connections: Network with leaders in the field, alongside dedicated researchers and promising students. It's an opportunity to form meaningful connections with professionals from a diverse range of organizations.
- Explore Collaborative Opportunities: Discover how you can be part of STII's transformative space-related projects. Your contributions could be the next frontier in space exploration.
- Dive into Enlightening Sessions: Immerse yourself in our breakout sessions, featuring engaging industry talks and enriching short courses covering pathways to space resource mining to Earth Observation data analytics.
Don't miss out!