Transforming how universities partner with industry.
In a rapidly evolving technological landscape, UTS Tech Lab stands as a beacon of innovation, transforming the way universities partner with industry to develop cutting-edge solutions. Situated in an engineering and technology research precinct in Botany, Sydney, UTS Tech Lab is expanding its footprint to support industry innovation, providing partners with unparalleled access to global expertise, state-of-the-art equipment, and funding opportunities to bolster their research and development (R&D) capabilities.
At the heart of UTS Tech Lab’s mission lies a commitment to address the most pressing challenges facing both industry and society today. From smart infrastructure to advanced manufacturing, space exploration, and defence, Tech Lab offers a diverse range of capabilities spanning telecommunications, artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, and data science. These cutting-edge digital and automation technologies pave the way for groundbreaking innovations that shape the future of industries worldwide.
With a focus on fostering collaboration and driving tangible outcomes, UTS Tech Lab offers its facilities and expert teams to industry partners for a range of projects, from short-term product testing to mid-to-long-term R&D. Companies and their supply chains are invited to work onsite, fostering a collaborative environment where innovation flourishes, and ideas come to life, ultimately creating ongoing commercial and economic value.
Industry 4.0 Testlab
Catering to SMEs seeking growth opportunities in advanced manufacturing, pharmaceutical technologies, and energy resources, the Industry 4.0 Testlab serves as a pivotal platform for process development and workforce training. With a focus on accelerating innovation, this facility boasts a first-of-its-kind industrial microalgae production facility, poised to revolutionise sustainable product development across various sectors.
Acoustics Lab
Recognised as the most comprehensive engineering acoustics facility in Australia, the Acoustics Lab offers industry partners the opportunity to test products to standards and assess acoustic performance. Equipped with cutting-edge technology, including anechoic and hemi-anechoic chambers, this facility enables precise and reliable testing across diverse applications.
AI-backed multimedia lab
At the forefront of research and development in data analytics, the Multimedia Data Analytics Lab harnesses the power of artificial intelligence, IoT, and advanced analytics to drive innovation across multimedia platforms. With capabilities ranging from object detection to video search and human action recognition, this facility plays a pivotal role in advancing security surveillance track and re-identification, video search, 3D image content matching, traffic data analysis, human action recognition and gait recognition for forensics and criminal investigation.
Antenna Chamber
The Electromagnetics Informatics Lab, also known as the Antenna Chamber, offers world-class facilities for measuring antenna performance, critical for sensing and communication systems. With cutting-edge technology and a controlled testing environment, this facility caters to the telecommunications, space, and defense industries, driving innovation in wireless communication systems.
Large scale structural testing
Home to NSW’s only vertical strong reaction wall and one of Australia’s largest strong floor structures, Tech Lab offers unparalleled capabilities in structural testing. From timber engineering to reinforced concrete and steel structures, this facility empowers partners to conduct comprehensive testing, ensuring structural integrity and performance across diverse applications.
Innovation through collaboration
Spanning across a 18,000sqm facility, these multidisciplinary facilities are supported by teams of UTS academic and technical experts dedicated to driving innovation and excellence. With a focus on collaboration, UTS Tech Lab is pioneering industry partnerships, fostering a culture of innovation, and propelling industries forward into a future defined by technological advancement and transformative solutions.