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 ºÚÁÏÂÛ̳ 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.Â
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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ºÚÁÏÂÛ̳-CSIRO National Industry 4.0 Testlab
The ºÚÁÏÂÛ̳-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, ºÚÁÏÂÛ̳’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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- University
- Aviation
- Engineering
ºÚÁÏÂÛ̳ appoints Dr Patryk Burka as AIR Hub Director
Dr Patryk Burka has been appointed as Director of ºÚÁÏÂÛ̳’s Aerostructures Innovation Research Hub (AIR Hub)
Monday 04 May 2026 -
- Technology
- Science
- University
- Aviation
- Sustainability
- Engineering
ºÚÁÏÂÛ̳ secures AEA funding in aerospace, critical metals, sustainable steel production and protective helmet design
ºÚÁÏÂÛ̳ University of Technology researchers have secured over $1.6 million in funding from Australia’s Economic Accelerator (AEA) Ignite grants.
Thursday 22 January 2026 -
- Astronomy
- Technology
- Science
- Engineering
Meet ºÚÁÏÂÛ̳’s Roo-ver Mission team
Roo-ver will be Australia's first lunar rover, and it’s being designed, built and tested in Australia. ºÚÁÏÂÛ̳ is playing a key role in the design and construction of Roo-ver, through its involvement in the ELO2 Consortium.
Wednesday 26 November 2025 -
- Technology
- Health
- Science
- University
- Aviation
- Engineering
ºÚÁÏÂÛ̳’s Mobile Innovation Lab hits the road
ºÚÁÏÂÛ̳’s Mobile Innovation Lab is a cutting-edge mobile facility designed for research, industry collaboration, STEM education, training and outreach.
Thursday 06 November 2025 -
- Astronomy
- Technology
- Science
- Aviation
- Engineering
Shaping space innovation at the International Astronautical Congress
The 76th International Astronautical Congress (IAC) united over 7,000 delegates from more than 90 countries to explore the future of space. ºÚÁÏÂÛ̳ staff and students delivered 20 talks, panels and presentations, showcasing Australia’s growing leadership in research and education.
Friday 10 October 2025
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.