ISU Shines at the 2025 International Green Idea Invention and Design Fair, Advancing Sustainability Through Innovation
The Department of Electrical Engineering at ISU shone brightly at the 2025 Green Idea Invention and Design Fair, organized by the International Institute of Knowledge Innovation and Invention. Guided by Dr. Rong-Ching Wu, Dr. Chun-An Cheng, Dr. En-Chih Chang, Dr. Yuan-Wei Tseng, and Dr. Ching-Min Lee, a team of senior students — Tzu-Yu Chen, Hung-Chun Huang, Wan-Chun Hsu, and Kuan-Chen Ou — stood out among numerous strong university teams, earning two silver medals, two bronze medals, and a special award. Through their expertise and dedication, the team made meaningful contributions to Taiwan’s scientific research and sustainable development.
At the 2025 Green Idea Invention and Design Fair, the team led by Dr. Yuan-Wei Tseng presented the project “Intelligent Mobile Robotic Arm Vehicle for Thermal Imaging and Posture Recognition Based on RGB-T Multimodal Fusion.” The system integrates AI for RGB and thermal imaging, autonomous vehicle navigation, and posture recognition to instantly identify overheating or potential fire hazards in factories. Coupled with LINE BOT and web-based remote monitoring, it offers an innovative solution for industrial safety, earning a silver medal and the Jury’s Special Award. The team led by Dr. Chun-An Cheng won a silver medal for its project, “Outdoor Emergency Lighting System with DC-Powered LED Driver Circuit,” which improves energy conversion efficiency by recycling transformer leakage inductance, creating a more sustainable and energy-efficient lighting solution. Dr. Rong-Ching Wu’s team received a bronze medal for “Solar Power Forecasting and Real-Time Monitoring System Using CNN-Transformer Architecture and NB-IoT Interface,” combining IoT connectivity, MQTT protocol, and mathematical modeling to accurately predict and monitor photovoltaic power generation in remote renewable energy sites. Dr. Ching-Min Lee’s team also earned a bronze medal for “Driver Assistance System with AI-Based Fatigue Detection,” which uses AI image recognition and driving control mechanisms to enhance road safety. These achievements highlight ISU’s innovation and research strength in AI, IoT, smart safety, and green energy applications, along with its strong commitment to industry–university collaboration and sustainable development.
For the students, the competition was not only a chance to showcase their achievements but also a journey of applying what they had learned, where theory met practice through real hands-on work. Tzu-Yu Chen shared that the preparation process taught her how to simplify complex ideas and stay focused on the main theme. It boosted her confidence during the competition and improved her ability to communicate professional knowledge clearly. Hung-Chun Huang reflected that every stage, from circuit design and component selection to soldering and testing, came with challenges. Through this experience, he gained a deeper understanding of how theory connects to real-world applications and felt inspired to continue exploring innovation in green energy. Wan-Chun Hsu added that presentation practice played a key role, helping the team learn how to turn complex theories into content that is both accessible and engaging. This strengthened their communication skills and professional confidence. Kuan-Chen Ou said that the competition not only sharpened his presentation and communication abilities but also broadened his perspective on green energy and sustainable development, shaping his future research interests. Through this experience, the students strengthened their expertise while discovering meaningful ways their knowledge can contribute to society.
At the 2025 Green Idea Invention and Design Fair, the team led by Dr. Yuan-Wei Tseng presented the project “Intelligent Mobile Robotic Arm Vehicle for Thermal Imaging and Posture Recognition Based on RGB-T Multimodal Fusion.” The system integrates AI-driven RGB and thermal imaging, autonomous vehicle navigation, and posture recognition to instantly detect overheating or potential fire hazards in factories. With the addition of LINE BOT and web-based remote monitoring, it offers an innovative approach to industrial safety and earned a silver medal along with the Jury’s Special Award. The team led by Dr. Chun-An Cheng also secured a silver medal for its project, “Outdoor Emergency Lighting System with DC-Powered LED Driver Circuit,” which improves energy conversion efficiency by recycling transformer leakage inductance, creating a more sustainable and energy-efficient lighting solution. Dr. Rong-Ching Wu’s team received a bronze medal for “Solar Power Forecasting and Real-Time Monitoring System Using CNN-Transformer Architecture and NB-IoT Interface,” which integrates IoT connectivity, the MQTT protocol, and mathematical modeling to accurately forecast and monitor photovoltaic power generation in remote renewable energy sites. Dr. Ching-Min Lee’s team earned a bronze medal for “Driver Assistance System with AI-Based Fatigue Detection,” which uses AI image recognition and driving control mechanisms to enhance road safety. These achievements highlight ISU’s strength in AI, IoT, smart safety, and green energy applications, as well as its ongoing commitment to industry–university collaboration and sustainable development.