ISE innovations honoured at the 4th Asia Exhibition of Innovations and Inventions Hong Kong (AEII)

Project:

Intelligent Non-invasive Structural Health Inspection System for Multi-part Covers

Award:

Silver Medal

Principal Investigators:

Dr TANG Yuk Ming
Senior Lecturer, Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering

Prof. YUNG Kai Leung
Chair Professor of Precision Engineering and Associate Head, Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering

Mr. LAM Chi Wo
Senior Scientific Officer, Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering

Details:

Multi-part covers are used for covering accesses to large manholes and desilting openings of drainage facilities. This non-intrusive structural health inspection system counts on AI-based analytic techniques for defects identification of multi-part covers. Without the need of any road closure and uncovering works, this system is capable of identifying a problematic multi-part cover based on acoustic emissions arising from live traffic traversing over the cover. It significantly improves inspection efficiency while reducing traffic impacts rendered by road closures.

Project:

Vcare - Vision Training VR Device

Award:

Silver Medal

Principal Investigator:

Dr TANG Yuk Ming
Senior Lecturer, Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering; Co-founder, Vcare Vision Technology Limited (a PolyU academic-led startup)

Details:

Vcare offers personalised vision correction training for myopia, amblyopia and strabismus. The solution combines hardware and software to provide engaging VR games and exercises, enabling active user participation. Unlike traditional methods, this non-invasive solution minimises side-effects and complications. Vcare has a patented multi-folded lens module with a varifocal mechanism in the VR headset. This innovative technology allows users to automatically adjust the focal length during their VR experience, providing optimal visual clarity without the need for manual adjustments or glasses for different distances. This design enhances flexibility and convenience, enabling users to freely navigate and interact within the VR environment while enjoying a clear visual experience. Prioritising rigorous research and clinical trials to ensure effectiveness and safety, the team has collaborated with eye care professionals to provide a safe, convenient and enjoyable alternative for vision correction training.

The project team “Vcare” has also established a start-up company to translate PolyU’s research into impactful products for society.