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EURECA (Engineering Undergraduate Research and Catalysis) Conference 2013
EURECA (Engineering Undergraduate Research and Catalysis) Conference 2013
EURECA (Engineering
Undergraduate Research
and Catalysis) Conference 2013
July
1-2
The inaugural EURECA conference is the first conference in Malaysia that caters
specifically for undergraduate engineering students, giving them a platform to
present their final year research work.
As a requirement for graduation for all Taylors University School of Engineering
final year students, the conference has seen the participation of 73 final year
engineering students from Taylors University and 1 participant from the University
of Nottingham, Malaysia.
The aim of this conference is to help undergraduate students develop their
research skills and experience the networking opportunities with industry and
academic experts. The keynote speakers for EURECA 2013 were Dr. Dian Darina
Indah bt Daruis from the National Defence University of Malaysia, Mr. Arnold Teo
from Shell Malaysia and Professor Iven Mareels from the University of Melbourne.
Keynote Speakers
Mr. Arnold
Senior Production Manager,
Shell Refining Companies.
Invited guests and the faculty members of Taylors University School of Engineering in a group photo.
Sem 1
It Moves!!!
Award:
Taylors Grand Challenge Amphibian
Vehicle Race
Amphibian vehicle is an important mode of transportation
that is used by many all over the world eg: military purpose,
emergency. Realising the importance of this vehicle, desires
to instill students designing skills coupled with a sense of
responsibility, sustainability and creativity.
Team Members: Oh Wei Szin, Chew Hong Jun,
Melvin Mok Poh Chuen, Chong Chiang Hoong,
Ricky Saputra
Sem 2
Sem 2
Chairish Life
Award:
Best Return on Investment Project Award
This chair implements a stretching mechanism that allows
users to flex their muscles within reachable space even in the
midst of a hectic routine. Stretching improves ones blood
circulation when he/she sits down for too long. By applying
ergonomic principles, this chair helps boost productivity and
efficiency of the user.
Team Members: Lee Pak Kee, Kong Ye Kai, Sze Zi Cheng,
Teh Kai Ren, Heng Jing Lei, Wong Jing Jie
Sem 2
Sem 3
Briefcase Size Biodiesel Plant from House Cooking Oil (GG Tank)
Award:
Best Multidisciplinary Project Award
Aimed at converting waste cooking oil into biodiesel,
this is the product of the hard and united work of this
groups members. Made out of recyclable materials,
it is not only environmental friendly but also aids in
generating income for people in rural areas.
Sem 3
Sem 3
Sem 3
Sem 4
Sem 4
Award:
Best Environmentally Friendly Design
Project Award
This project aims to produce activated carbon from oil
palm shell and use it for wastewater treatment replacing
the existing method to reduce the cost for wastewater
treatment.
Team Members: Saravanakumar A/L Rajentheran,
Alicia Cheok Pei Yin, Ma Qianyi, Yong Mun Yee
Sem 4
Award:
Taylors Capstone Project Prize
A human powered vehicle (HPV) can be defined as a type of vehicle, which
uses only human muscle power as the input energy to allow movement of
the vehicle itself. This project aims to improve the ergonomic and safety of
the design of a HPV. Besides that, a manufacturing plant is modeled to mass
produce the vehicle.
Sem 5
Team Members: Pang Zong Xin, Chan Jian Sheng, Yap Kian Hoong,
Lim Ze Qian, Lim Ming Tat
Sem 5
Team Members: Siow Yea Ying, Lai Chooi San, Tsu Weng Huang,
Ho Szu Jie
Biodiesel Production
Award:
Taylors Capstone Project Prize
This project is to produce biodiesel from extraction of algae
oil via transesterification process.
Team Members: Joanne Chan Wan Rou, Phing Hui Min, Kalananthni,
Chun Eugene
Sem 5
Award:
Taylors Capstone Project Prize
Sem 6
Award:
Taylors Capstone Project Prize
Sem 6
Sem 8
Sem 8
An Application of Research
Methodology Framework Relating
Cognitive Ergonomics to Sport
Science (by Terence Foo Kai Wai)
Award:
Taylors Research Prize (Individual)
Award:
Taylors Research Prize (Individual)
Sem 8
Sem 8
Award:
Taylors Research Prize (Individual)
Award:
Taylors Research Prize (Individual)
Suspensions of Nano-sized particles (<100NM) in base
fluid are termed as nanofluids, which are believed to be
the promising collant in heat transfer applications due
to their enhanced thermal conductivity. In this study, the
enhancement in heat transfer of CNT nanofluids under
turbulent flow conditions was investigated experimentally
using carbon nanotube (CNTS) nanofluids of 0.051-0.085
WT%, stabilized by optimum concentrations of gum arabic
in a concentric tube turbulent flow heat exchanger.
Sem 8
Sem 8
Sem 8
Award:
Taylors Research Prize (Individual)
The project uses elecmagnetism theory to test the
hypothesis of MEMS biosensors using inductance to sense
the existance of pathogens.
Sem 8
Sem 8
Awards
Team
School
Best Presentation
Formula 5
Neonites
Jetpack Joyride
Pn. Sin
Best Poster
Moving Forward
2nd Runner Up
Mighty Minds
1st Runner Up
Champion
Tsun Jin C
16
Tan Sri Ong visit was at the invitation of Mr. Stephen Poon
who as a committee member of MINDS noticed similarities
in some of the objectives of the two organisations and how
the two organisations can complement each other. At the
core of this discussion was how the two organisations can
work together to promote the practice of innovation within
the country especially to secondary school students. Possible
research collaboration and the appointment of Tan Sri Ong as
an Adjunct Professor were also discussed.
Tan Sri Ong presented a coffee table publication
as souvenir to Prof. Dato Dr. Hassan.
First Foundation in
Engineering Orientation
July
23
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