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Our Lab Showcases Robotics Research to Summer Camp Visitors

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000

We welcomed PhD summer camp visitors and showcased our bio-inspired robotics research.

As part of the annual Systems Hub PhD Summer Camp, our lab had the pleasure of welcoming prospective doctoral students on July 11. As a key stop on their tour of the Institute for Integrated Service Robots (IISR), the students got a firsthand look at our cutting-edge research.

We introduced our work in bio-inspired and intelligent robotics, followed by exciting live demonstrations of our snake robot and in-pipe robot. The demonstrations sparked great interest and a lively discussion, with students eagerly asking questions about the technology and its real-world applications.

A Delegation from Nansha Bureau Visited Our Lab!

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Nansha Bureau officials visited our lab and explored future collaboration opportunities.

On the afternoon of July 3, 2025, a delegation from the Nansha District Bureau of Industry and Information Technology visited the Institute for Integrated Service Robots (IISR). Prof.MA hosted the delegation and introduced our key research areas and recent progress to the officials, paving the way for potential future collaborations.

Our Team Showcases Innovations at INNOTECH 2025

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Our group presented a new type of InPipe Robot research at the annual tech innovation event

On June 15, 2025, our research group, led by Professor MA, participated in the INNOTECH 2025 event at HKUST(GZ) in Nansha, Guangzhou. Our team showcased Snake-like Robot and InPipe Robot in this activity, drawing attention from industry experts and fellow researchers. The InPipe Robot was independently developed by our research group and can move freely inside pipes with a diameter of 100mm.

The presentation attracted interest from several industry partners, leading to discussions about potential collaborations. Participating in INNOTECH 2025 provided a valuable opportunity for our students to share their work with a broader audience and gain insights from leaders in the tech innovation space.

Video taken by Ruojing XIA (夏若镜)

Interactive Robotics Workshop Wraps Up Successfully

Fri, 16 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Guangzhou Officials Participate in Robotics Training at HKUST(GZ)

A delegation of officials from Guangzhou embarked on a two-day training program at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Guangzhou) to enhance their understanding of advanced technologies.

Led by Professor Shugen Ma, the delegation toured the Institute of Integrative Service Robots (IISR) laboratory, gaining firsthand insights into cutting-edge research and development. The visit provided the officials with a deeper appreciation of the latest advancements in robotics and their potential applications.

Following the lab tour, Professor Ma conducted a two-hour interactive lecture, combining engaging demonstrations with in-depth discussions. The session covered the current state of robotics technology, emerging trends, and the challenges and opportunities in its future development. Through lively Q&A exchanges, participants explored how robotics could drive innovation in various sectors.

This training program highlights Guangzhou’s commitment to fostering technological expertise among its officials, ensuring they remain at the forefront of scientific and industrial advancements.

Zhaoqing Delegation Visits Our Lab to Discuss Future Cooperation

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Government Officials from Zhaoqing Hi-Tech Industrial Development Zone Visited Our Lab and Explore Future Collaboration on Robotics Platforms

On April 15, 2025, a delegation led by officials from Zhaoqing visited our lab for a productive exchange with the ROAS team. The meeting focused on potential collaborations in the field of robotics, with both parties engaging in in-depth discussions about future development directions and shared goals. Following the meeting, the delegation toured the IADC and IISR laboratory, where they observed cutting-edge robotic platforms and exchanged insights on emerging trends and technological advancements.

The visit provided a valuable platform for both sides to strengthen ties and align visions for the future of robotics.

Hong Kong Delegation and Corporate Representatives Visit Our Laboratory to Explore Collaboration

Fri, 21 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

A delegation from the Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC) and corporate representatives visited our laboratory to explore new chapters of collaboration on pipeline robot development.

On March 21, 2025, the delegation, including officials from the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region’s HKPC and representatives from relevant investment and corporate sectors, engaged in an in-depth exchange with our team. The discussion centered on pipeline robot research and development cooperation, with both parties exchanging detailed views on technical approaches, application prospects, and implementation paths, and reaching several consensuses.

The delegation first visited the IISR laboratory and observed the current research and development results of pipeline robots. Our technical staff gave a detailed introduction to the future application potential of robots in urban pipelines and other scenarios, as well as the phased technical breakthroughs of the project. The two sides conducted in-depth discussions on the future development direction of pipeline robots. The HKPC proposed some customized function suggestions, and our team shared innovative ideas for new pipeline robots. The meeting clarified the short-term technical research and development goals and the long-term industrialization promotion path, and preliminarily formulated a cooperation framework for jointly applying for relevant special plans.

The 2024 Robotics Technology Symposium for Sustainable Development in Society Ends Successfully

Sun, 08 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0000

The 2024 Robotics Technology Symposium for Sustainable Development in Society was held at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Guangzhou)

The 2024 Robotics Technology Symposium for Sustainable Development in Society (RTSS 2024), hosted by the Robotics and Autonomous Systems Domain of the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Guangzhou), was held at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Guangzhou) from December 6 to 8. Professor Ma Shugen, as the chairman of the conference, announced that RTSS 2024 was successfully held. During the conference, more than 10 top robotics experts and scholars in the industry gave wonderful keynote reports and guest speeches, covering various cutting-edge fields of robotics technology. More than 160 people registered for the conference.

SYSH Practice Camp to Midea Group Ends Successfully

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Prof. Shugen MA and Assistant Prof. Hang ZHAO led nearly 40 students visited Midea Group

On October 23rd, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Guangzhou) SYSH Practice Camp - Robotics and Autonomous Systems was officially launched. Professor Shugen MA and Assistant Professor Hang ZHAO of Robotics and Autonomous Systems at the Systems Hub and nearly 40 students visited Midea Group in Shunde District, Foshan City, and exchanged ideas with representatives from the company.