Events

Meeting with Prof. Vladimír Modrák and Assist. Prof. Zuzana Soltysova

By Wapee Manopiniwes on May 5th, 2024

The second key event during the secondment involved a strategic meeting with Prof. Vladimír Modrák and Assist. Prof. Zuzana Soltysova from the Faculty of Manufacturing Technologies, Technical University of Košice (TUKE). The meeting aimed to enhance academic exchange and explore deeper collaboration between TUKE and Chiang Mai University (CMU) within the framework of the SME 5.0 project.

The participants discussed ongoing and future contributions to Work Package 5 (WP5), particularly in the areas of digital innovation for sustainability and resilience in SME manufacturing environments. The dialogue also highlighted the potential for joint research activities, future secondments, and publication opportunities, further reinforcing the shared commitment to supporting SME transformation in both European and Asian contexts. This meeting served as a foundation for building long-term institutional partnerships aligned with the SME 5.0 vision.
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TRAKE 3rd Research Seminar

By Tanel Aruväli on May 3rd, 2024

Students introduced their projects, which were funded through the Transdisciplinary Research and Knowledge Exchange Complex (TRAKE) program.

10 interesting projects in various fields were introduced, including topics from mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, and pharmaceutical engineering.

All the projects were pragmatic and born from real-life problems.

Some examples of the project topics that were addressed were the following: how to manage aircraft emergency landings landing site selection and the landing trajectory, how to reduce fatigue stress in automotive gears using laser shock peening, how brain-computer interface can benefit wheelchair driving, etc.

The event took place in the foyer of the Engineering Research Innovation Labs building.
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CMU-TUKE Collaborative Secondment on Sustainable and Resilient SME Development

By Wapee Manopiniwes on May 1st, 2024

As part of the SME 5.0 secondment, Assist. Prof. Wapee Manopiniwes, Assist. Prof. Yuttana Mona, and Assist. Prof. Pana Suttakul from Chiang Mai University (CMU) visited the Faculty of Manufacturing Technologies at the Technical University of Košice (TUKE) in Prešov, Slovakia.

The team was warmly welcomed by RNDr. Tibor Krenický and engaged in productive discussions centered on Tasks WP5.1 and WP5.2 under Work Package 5: Requirements for Sustainable SME Factories. The discussions focused on identifying drivers and barriers to environmental sustainability and resilience in SMEs through the application of digitalization technologies.

The visit also included a tour of the Department of Technical Systems Design and Monitoring, where current research projects were presented. Additionally, the delegation visited the Center of Testing and Monitoring of Technical Systems, gaining valuable insights into advanced tools and methodologies for sustainable and resilient manufacturing practices.
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Technical Meeting and Laboratory Visit with Dr. Jozef Husár

By Yuttana Mona, Pana Suttakul on Apr 25th, 2024

As part of the SME 5.0 secondment, Assistant Professor Yuttana Mona and Assistant Professor Pana Suttakul from Chiang Mai University (CMU) visited the Faculty of Manufacturing Technologies at the Technical University of Košice (TUKE) in Prešov, Slovakia. The delegation was warmly received by Dr. Jozef Husár and his research team.

During the visit, productive discussions were held with Dr. Jozef and his team, focusing on Tasks WP5.1 and WP5.2 under Work Package 5: Requirements for Sustainable SME Factories. The dialogue centered on identifying key drivers and barriers to achieving environmental sustainability and resilience in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), particularly through the implementation of digitalization technologies.

The visit also included a guided tour of the SmartTechLab, located within the Department of Industrial Engineering and Informatics. The delegation was introduced to ongoing research initiatives and gained valuable insights into advanced production technologies, materials, manufacturing equipment, data acquisition and processing systems, as well as the digitization, control, and management of production processes.
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Lecture at the Machine Intelligence Research Lab at Deakin University

By Anika Terbuch on Apr 24th, 2024

On April 24, Dr. Anika Terbuch was invited to give a talk at the monthly meeting of the Machine Intelligence Lab at Deakin University, which conducts interdisciplinary research in the field of machine intelligence.

The talk was titled "Machine Learning in Engineering" and gave the audience an overview of the current research in the field of Machine Intelligence at the Chair of Automation and Measurement at MUL. It was also the last meeting of the two-month secondment at Deakin and summarized some of the activities and progress. Thanks to Dr. Duc Thanh Nguyen for organizing the event.
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TU Graz Vehicle testing lab visit

By Nakorn Tippayawong on Apr 23rd, 2024

Dr Konstantin Weller of TU Graz - Institute of Thermodynamics and Sustainable Propulsion Systems welcomed Drs Nakorn Tippayawong & Dr Korrakot Yaibuathet Tippayawong and gave them an academic tour about his medium and heavy duty vehicle testing facilities.
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CMU Researchers secondment in TU Graz

By Korrakot Yaibuathet Tippayawong on Apr 22nd, 2024

Prof. Dr. Nakorn Tippayawong (Experience Researcher) and Asst. Prof. Dr. Korrakot Yaibuathet Tippayawong (CMU-Project leader) started their secondment in TU Graz at the the Institute of Business Economics and Industrial Sociology between 19 April - 20 May 2024.

Prof. Ulrich Bauer, Head of Institute and Prof. Bernd Markus Zunk, Dean of Studies, as well as Dr Volker Koch and other staff gave a warm welcome to Austria.
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Research Seminar at the University of Melbourne

By Anika Terbuch on Apr 18th, 2024

On 18.04.2024 Dr. Anika Terbuch gave a guest lecture at the Geotech Seminar at the University of Melbourne, invited by Professor Stephan Matthai and organized by Parviz Tafazzoli Moghaddam. The talk was titled "Hybrid Machine Learning for Geotechnical Problems" and gave the geotechnical group an introduction to data analysis techniques for such problems, as well as introducing the SME 5.0 project to a broader audience.
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Secondment at TUM

By Chawis Boonmee on Apr 17th, 2024

During my secondment at the Technical University of Munich (TUM), Germany, from 17 April to 1 June 2024, I engaged in collaborative research activities under Work Package 6 of the SME5.0 project, focusing on the requirements and barriers for inclusiveness and diversity in human-centred SME factories. As a representative from Chiang Mai University (CMU), I had the opportunity to meet with Prof. Dr.-Ing. Johannes Fottner and his research team to discuss the alignment of our research interests in logistics and supply chain systems within SMEs. I participated in lab visits to facilities such as Smart Working Machines and Systems, Technical Logistics, and Production Supply and Supply Chain Management, which provided valuable insights into advanced German manufacturing and logistics practices.

In addition, I was invited as a guest speaker to share perspectives on logistics innovation and digital transformation in Thai SMEs, contributing to knowledge exchange across the SME5.0 network. I also visited BMK Electronic Development to observe real-world applications of Industry 4.0 and 5.0 principles in an SME setting.

This secondment led to the initiation of a joint research effort focused on improving logistics systems in SMEs, with an emphasis on inclusiveness and digital readiness. We began preparing a collaborative manuscript for future publication in an international journal. The experience also laid the foundation for extended cooperation between CMU and TUM, including researcher exchange and co-publication. Overall, this secondment significantly advanced my research network and provided practical insights for supporting SME development in Southeast Asia.
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