AudTech Story
Established on 29 July 2022, Advanced United Technologies Pty Ltd is an emerging startup led by its director, Daniel, and supported by a dedicated team of employees, all alumni of UNSW and ANU. The company is actively planning to expand its workforce through new recruitment in the near future.
The company’s initial primary source of capital is Illume Research, a distinguished UK-headquartered organisation with six international branches. Illume Research was recognised in the 2018 Forbes 30 Under 30 – Consumer Technology list and reports an annual turnover of approximately GBP 60 million - https://www.forbes.com/profile/illume-research/. Advanced United Technologies represents Illume Research’s strategic expansion into Australia as its seventh branch.
Looking toward 2030, the company is committed to diversifying its investment portfolio by pursuing opportunities in AI for Sustainability, aligning with its mission to drive innovation in sectors where technology can deliver meaningful improvements in efficiency and sustainability.
To date, Advanced United Technologies has been self-financed through sales in Australia and is committed to making strategic R&D investments in collaboration with leading university partners.
Green Building
Our green building research focuses on developing sustainable construction practices that minimize environmental impact while enhancing energy efficiency and occupant health. This field investigates materials, technologies, and methodologies that reduce carbon footprints, improve water and energy use, and create healthier living environments. Innovations in green building include advanced insulation techniques, renewable energy integration, water recycling systems, and the use of environmentally friendly materials. The goal is to construct buildings that are not only energy-efficient but also resource-conserving and harmonious with their natural surroundings. This research is crucial for addressing climate change, promoting sustainable urban development, and ensuring the well-being of future generations.
Resilient and sustainable infrastructure research against climate change is essential for developing systems that withstand and adapt to environmental stresses and catastrophic events. This interdisciplinary field focuses on designing, constructing, and maintaining infrastructure that can resist extreme weather, sea-level rise, and other climate-related impacts while minimizing carbon footprints and promoting environmental sustainability. Innovations include climate-adaptive building materials, green infrastructure that enhances urban biodiversity, and smart city technologies for efficient resource management. The goal is to ensure that infrastructure not only supports sustainable development but also enhances the ability of communities to recover Resilient and sustainable infrastructure
Resilient and Sustainable Infrastructure
Renewable Energy and Energy Storage Management
Renewable energy and energy storage research is pivotal in the transition towards a sustainable and resilient energy system. This area explores innovative solutions for harnessing energy from renewable sources such as solar, wind, hydro, and biomass, while addressing intermittency issues through advanced energy storage technologies. Key focuses include improving the efficiency and affordability of photovoltaic cells, wind turbines, and bioenergy conversion processes, alongside developing scalable and sustainable energy storage solutions like batteries, hydrogen fuel cells, and thermal storage. This research is vital for reducing dependency on fossil fuels, mitigating climate change.
