We are embracing digitalisation and Industry 4.0 to develop intelligent manufacturing processes using advanced composite materials, to design and produce innovative aerostructures.
Aerostructures Innovation Research (AIR) Hub
Established in 2021 by Swinburne University of Technology, backed by $12 million in seed funding from the Victorian Government's Higher Education State Investment Fund (VHESIF). The AIR Hub is recognised as a key industry connector applying research to real-world problems.
Key capabilities
The AIR Hub’s mission is to develop next-generation aerostructures for advanced air mobility through our expertise across four key pillars:
Design and engineering
Materials and processes
Trials and evaluation
Education and training
Want to learn more about AIR Hub?
Want to know more about the work being completed by the AIR Hub? View our collection of past webinars and other digital media.
Masterclasses
Introduction to Advanced Air Mobility (AAM)
State-of-the-art facilities
We have access to state-of-the-art facilities to develop and test intelligent manufacturing processes and advanced composite materials in the design and development of innovative aerostructures. This includes:
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Swinburne-CSIRO National Industry 4.0 Testlab
The Swinburne-CSIRO National Industry 4.0 Testlab conducts industrial scale multilayer 3D printing for near net composite manufacturing and solutions for automotive and aerospace parts, processes and systems.
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ANSTO - The Australian Synchrotron
The only one of its kind in Australia, this major research facility uses powerful beams of light to examine the molecular and atomic details of a wide range of materials.
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Victorian Hydrogen Hub
In partnership with CSIRO and ARENA 2036, Swinburne’s Victorian Hydrogen Hub brings together the community to support sustainable manufacturing practices.
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With AIR Hub, we intend to work particularly on building our capability here in Australia … it gives us the chance to accelerate, do things in a very cost-effective way … and really build on the opportunities for the future of Australia and aerospace manufacturing. This [The AIR Hub] really sets us up to be in the best possible position to deliver into new aeroplane programs of the future.
Michael Edwards , General Manager, Boeing Research and Technology
Our people
Work with us
The AIR Hub is a focal point for Australia’s aerospace industry in Victoria and works closely with local SMEs to support their transition and enhance their global competitiveness. If you’re interested in engaging with the AIR Hub or just want to know more, please contact airhub@swinburne.edu.au.
Do you want to do a PhD with us?
Are you interested in industry 4.0 and the future of aerostructures? Find out more about joining our team as a PhD student on our careers page.
Our latest news
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Swinburne launches prototyping program for aerospace startups
- Technology
- Aviation
Swinburne’s AIR Hub launches a six-month program, AIR Pass, to support startups to design, build, test and demonstrate aerospace prototypes to their customers.
Tuesday 12 July 2022 -
Pioneering Markforged 3D printer makes Australian debut
- Engineering
- Aviation
Swinburne’s Factory of the Future will play host to the Markforged FX20 printer to support the creation of lighter, stronger and more resilient end-use parts.
Friday 28 October 2022 -
Australian-first hydrogen drone to turn the skies green
- Aviation
Swinburne’s AIR Hub has received $1.3 million from the Australian Government to develop Australia’s first hydrogen propelled drone.
Wednesday 09 November 2022 -
Global leaders use hydrogen to reduce aviation emissions
- Sustainability
- Aviation
Swinburne’s Victorian Hydrogen Hub (VH2) and Aerostructures Innovation Research Hub (AIR Hub) are collaborating with industry leaders to create hydrogen storage tanks for aerospace.
Monday 10 October 2022 -
Aerospace partnership offers sky high opportunities
- Aviation
Swinburne’s AIR Hub is partnering with a leading US institution to drive local and international technology and innovation in aerospace.
Monday 31 October 2022
Other research initiatives
Contact the AIR Hub
Are you from industry and want to get involved? Are you a member of the community and want to know more? Perhaps you are a student interested in a scholarship? Whatever your query, get in touch with us at airhub@swinburne.edu.au.