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  • Testing membrane technology in the laboratory
    Advanced carbon nanotube technology research

    Developing the next generation of membrane technology to ensure Australia's future water resources.

  • A photograph of molten material contained within a vessel. There are numerous flashes and sparks rising from the material into the air.
    Anode coating reduces air burn

    An innovative anode coating has the potential to deliver substantial cost and environmental savings to aluminium smelters.

  • A scientist holding samples of high-pressure die-castings
    Heat treatment of high-pressure die-castings

    A new process developed by Light Metals Flagship researchers means that high-pressure die-castings can now be heat treated to improve their mechanical properties.

  • The front shell of car chassis, silver in colour.
    Identifying road blocks to lighter cars
    CSIRO researchers are examining ways of incorportaing more magnesium and aluminium in automotive vehicles, which will make them lighter and 'greener'.
  • Cars
    Increasing aluminium in car bodies

    While increasing the amount of aluminium in car bodies will lead to a reduction in their weight, and consequently reduce fuel consumption and greenhouse emissions, there are barriers that are preventing this light metal’s widespread use. Light Metals Flagship researchers are identifying these barriers with a view to developing technology to overcome them.

  • Image of the water processing technology in a desalination plant.
    Membrane distillation

    We are finding new applications of technology for higher water recovery desalination.

  • Engine blocks
    New technology for casting magnesium automotive components

    T-Mag technology developed by Light Metals Flagship researchers is set to revolutionise the production of magnesium alloy vehicle components, cutting the cost of production and the weight of the finished product.

  • Titanium powder, rods and sheets
    Technology for producing thin titanium sheet

    Light Metals Flagship researchers are developing technology to produce continuous titanium sheets from titanium powder. This technology has the potential to expand titanium use into domestic and industrial products.