The patented Nodal Impact Attenuation (NIA) system is an innovative impact structure with broad real-world applications. A network of spheres distributed via a triangular lattice and moulded from a single piece of flexible EVA foam, the NIA helmet is over 90% more effective at reducing head acceleration during impact compared to four leading brands — significantly reducing concussion risk.
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Carbon-fibre guitars.
Designed the CatFoil Stand-Up Paddleboard, establishing a new SUP world record flatwater paddling speed of 20.4 kph at the time.
Industry representative on the Australian Federal Government's Advisory Council on Intellectual Property (ACIP).
Developed and patented the HIVAP evaporative cooling process and formed HIVAP Pty Ltd. Won the West Australian Government's prestigious Innovator of the Year Award 2012 (Emerging Innovation Category).
Developed the patented WINDPODS modular, silent wind turbine system. 270 Windpods are now installed in the crown of the Shanghai Tower — the world's second tallest building.
Part-time Lecturer and Tutor of Industrial Design.
Licensed the giant toy company HASBRO to sell the Dirtsurfer Action Man toy.
Developed and manufactured the patented Dirtsurfer all-terrain, two-wheeled skateboard and accessories — including export sales, overseas licensing, research, development and design.
Won Best Paper Award at the International Conference on Thermoelectrics in Nagoya, Japan.
Developed and patented the HYDROCOOL thermoelectric cooling system, selling the technology to the Matsushita Refrigeration Company (National/Panasonic) of Japan in 1997.
Designed the 'Over-Mould' surfboard leg-rope system for Creatures of Leisure, followed in 2003 by the 'Revolution' swivel. Both systems are still used in every surfboard leg-rope produced in the world today.
Won best overseas exhibit at the London Sail and Surf Show with the Lock-Jaw Boom System.
Founded Hydrodynamix — a start-up that established an international market via 15 overseas distributors for innovative, patented windsurfing equipment (1983–1990).
Developed a wide-tip sailboard sail designed to flex and twist in gusts, improving speed, control and wind range. The design became the industry standard — its principles are now used in every production sailboard sail in the world and all racing yacht sails, from dinghies to super-maxis.
Licensed Multi-Fin Systems Pty Ltd of Byron Bay to manufacture and sell worldwide the 'Strata Fin' design for wind-surfing.