Improving the efficiency of
the global aviation fleet.
MicroTau’s drag-reducing surfaces reduce fuel consumption and emissions
for commercial and defence aircraft.
A BURNING FUEL PROBLEM
Emissions from the global aviation industry are set to triple by 2050.*
With zero-emissions propulsion systems not yet mature and supply of sustainable aviation fuels (SAFs) not currently able to meet demand, aircraft operators are locked into flying kerosene-burning assets for decades to come. As aviation traffic increases, we require real solutions to curb growth in emissions in the near-term.
* Compared to 2005 levels. Source: ICAO
FURTHER. FASTER. CLEANER.
MicroTau manufactures sharkskin-inspired ‘riblet’ film products that reduce fuel costs and carbon emissions.
Around half of an aircraft’s fuel is spent overcoming drag - burning fuel to push the plane through the air. MicroTau’s riblet film products reduce drag, improving the capabilities of aircraft while making a material impact on carbon emissions and block fuel spend.
DIRECT CONTACTLESS MICROFABRICATION
Nature’s 3D Printer
MicroTau’s proprietary microstructure production technology creates
high-performance drag-reducing surfaces using materials already used in the aerospace industry.
Make the world a faster, cleaner, and greener place.
CAREERS
We’re working with the world’s largest aircraft manufacturers and operators to create a ‘shark skin’ that can save billions in fuel costs and megatonnes in carbon emissions.
For our employees, this means exciting growth opportunities and the ability to work alongside some of Australia’s brightest minds to solve one of the world’s hardest problems. Every employee can make an impact on the technology and applications we pursue.
Interested in working with us?