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APU Excels at The Great Challenge Demo Day
Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) has achieved remarkable success at The Great Challenge Demo Day, securing second and third place, and the Crowd Favourite Award.
The Great Challenge Demo Day took place under the Industrial Technology Innovation Centre (ITIC) and was managed by Malaysian Research Accelerator for Technology (MRANTI), with support from the Ministry of Science, Technology & Innovation (MOSTI).
The competition brought together the brightest minds from Malaysia’s top universities, providing them with a platform to showcase their expertise in robotics, engineering, and innovative problem-solving.
Under the guidance of Ir Ts Dr Denesh Sooriamoorthy (Senior Lecturer, School of Engineering at APU), Assoc Prof Ts Dr Sathish Kumar Selva Perumal (Associate Professor, School of Engineering at APU), Ir Narendran Ramasenderan (Assistant Professor, School of Engineering at APU), Ir Ts Dr Alexander Chee Hon Cheong (Assistant Professor, School of Engineering at APU), Ts Suresh Gobee (Senior Lecturer, School of Engineering at APU), Dr Chandrasekharan Nataraj (Senior Lecturer, School of Engineering at APU), and Ir Ts Dr Yvette Shaan-Li Susiapan (Senior Lecturer, School of Engineering at APU), this achievement not only demonstrates a strong commitment to innovation but also highlights leadership in developing pioneering solutions that bridge technology with practical applications.
Celebrating APU’s Winning Teams
Path to Success
| Recognition | Team Name | Project | Team Members | Project Description |
| Second place | Team Tech Pulse | Sapsense | Thanigai, Kiew Zheng, Kevin, Chilinda, and Wong Yu Qin | Sapsense is a fully autonomous robot engineered for rubber tapping and latex collection, designed to address labor shortages while maximising latex yield. |
| Third place | Team Fantastic 4.0 | SecurePath AGV Rover | Goh Chuk Fun, Samantha Koay, Chong Chan Heng, and Pang Cheng Hsiang | SecurePath AGV Rover is an intelligent security robot designed to patrol, monitor, and respond to emergencies, providing reliable safety anytime, anywhere. |
| Crowd Favourite Award | Team Wall-E | CareBot | Kundai, Abdulrahman Hany, Mohamed Yazdan, Chan Teah Hong, and Megan Yap | CareBot is an autonomous pediatric healthcare robot designed for child supervision and support in hospitals, featuring voice control and an interactive smart display for enhanced patient engagement. |
Dr Denesh expressed his immense pride for the students’ achievement, emphasising APU’s dedication to fostering innovation and excellence in engineering and technology.
“This accomplishment is a testament to the hard work, creativity, and perseverance of our students.
“This success not only adds to APU’s growing list of accolades, but also reaffirms our commitment to pushing the boundaries of technological innovation,” he said.
In contrast, Assoc Prof Ir Dr Siva Kumar Sivanesan (Head, School of Engineering at APU) highlighted that this achievement not only marks a significant milestone for APU, but also underscores its ability to innovate in alignment with industry demands.
“On top of that, achievements like this not only enhance the students’ appeal to tech employers in Malaysia, positioning them as highly sought-after professionals in their respective fields, but also solidifies APU’s reputation as a frontrunner in nurturing graduates with practical skills tailored to meet the ever-evolving demands of the tech industry,” he said.
