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Malay Mail
3 days ago
- Science
- Malay Mail
From Skudai to Texas skies: UTM's Rimau-1 to represent Malaysia at global rocket competition finals
Malaysia to complete at largest rocket engineering finals in the US from June 9–14 Their 2.5-metre Rimau-1 rocket, capable of reaching 10,000 feet, was developed using RM30,000 The rocket is named after Johor's football team, the Southern Tigers JOHOR BARU, June 1 — A multinational team from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) has qualified for the finals of the prestigious International Rocket Engineering Competition (IREC) 2025 in Midland, Texas, the United States. Known as the UTM Rocketry Team, its members consist of third- and fourth-year undergraduates from the university's mechanical and electrical engineering faculties. The team is led by Arykummara Thava Kumar, who said the initiative began in June last year. He said in the early stages, the team was highly motivated and inspired to do something different. 'After several discussions, we settled on the rocket project that used propulsion technology. 'For us, the Rimau-1 rocket project was the perfect opportunity to show our skills in structural composites, rocket propulsion, electronics and also a combination of aerodynamics. 'Basically it's a combination of what we have learnt and also our own initiative,' he told Malay Mail when met at the UTM main campus in Skudai recently. UTM Rocketry Team leader and project director Arykummara Thava Kumar said the motivation to compete in a rocket championship was inspired in doing something different. — Picture by Ben Tan Arykummara said the UTM Rocketry Team comprises 40 undergraduates who have all contributed to the success of the Rimau-1 rocket project. He said the team will campaign Rimau-1 against other universities from around the world during IREC 2025, which takes place from June 9 to 14 in Midland, Texas. This June, more than 2,000 students, faculty members and mentors will gather for the 18th annual IREC. IREC is one of the world's largest intercollegiate rocket engineering competitions, testing students in aerospace design, propulsion systems and flight dynamics. It features more than 150 colleges and universities from across the globe competing in various rocket categories. How Rimau-1 came about The 2.5-metre Rimau-1 rocket is rated as a jet propulsion rocket capable of reaching an altitude of 10,000 feet (3,048 metres). Since its inception, the team has spent about RM30,000 to construct Rimau-1. Arykummara said the idea to name their rocket Rimau-1 came from the Johor Darul Ta'zim (JDT) football club, which features a tiger as its emblem. He said JDT, also known as the Southern Tigers, has been the pride of Johoreans due to its strong achievements in football. 'Since the UTM campus is also located in Skudai, Johor, our Rimau-1 rocket identifies with the state and its football team,' said the final-year engineering student chosen as the project director. Arykummara said the idea to name their rocket Rimau-1 came from the Johor Darul Ta'zim football club, which features a tiger as its emblem. — Bernama pic Road to IREC 2025 Team member Izzat Idlan said he was proud that the Rimau-1 project had potential despite the team's limited funding in the early stages. The 24-year-old, who is in charge of sponsorship, said this was the first time a UTM team would participate in an international rocket championship. 'This shows that Malaysians are capable and we can aim beyond textbooks and theories. 'At the same time, we were also inspired by Universiti Sains Malaysia's (USM) rocket team as they were the first to have participated in the previous IREC,' Izzat said. Another team member, Youssef Shahin, said the achievement was commendable as the team had managed to qualify for the finals. The 21-year-old Egyptian student said he was proud of how far the team had come. 'Despite the many hiccups we endured, we finally made it to the tail-end of the project.' 'All our hard work paid off and we made it for the finals in the United States,' he said, adding that it was another uphill task as they will compete with 160 teams in the final round of the competition. UTM Rocketry Team members preparing the Rimau-1 rocket's structure with composite material and epoxy in the early stages of the project in 2024. — Picture courtesy of UTM Rocketry Team Raising the standard Izzat said the team hopes that their achievement will raise the profile of Malaysian engineering talent internationally and motivate more students to realise their potential. 'As a team, we hope that our success will have an impact so that others can see that Malaysian students are also capable of competing on the global stage.' 'Such impact can also inspire the next generation of UTM students,' he said. In 2022, USM's WAU Rocketry Team made headlines as the first-ever Malaysian team to participate in an international rocket competition during that year's Spaceport America Cup. The team made Malaysia proud after finishing in 11th place that year. However, USM is not participating in this year's IREC.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Here's Why Fortinet (FTNT) is a Strong Growth Stock
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New Straits Times
6 days ago
- General
- New Straits Times
Librarians association, UTM launch Braille and audio versions of 'Baca'
KUALA LUMPUR: The Librarians Association of Malaysia, in collaboration with Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) library, today launched Braille and audio versions of the book 'Baca' (Read) to provide reading access to visually impaired individuals. Selangor Women's Welfare and Charity Organisation (Pekawanis) president Datin Seri Masdiana Muhammad said the Braille version of 'Baca' not only introduces new reading material but also reflects a growing awareness that reading is everyone's right. "This initiative is seen as a crucial step in ensuring that every individual, including children with special needs, is not left out of activities that cultivate a culture of learning and reading. "I hope this effort will go beyond just providing Braille and audio books, but also include the creation of a friendly learning environment, well-trained teachers, and innovative assistive technology," said Masdiana, who is also the wife of Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari. She was speaking during the launch of the Braille and audio versions of 'Baca' in conjunction with the 2025 Kuala Lumpur International Book Fair (PBAKL) at World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur (WTCKL) today. Also present was association president Dr Ghazali Mohamed Fadzil. A total of nine writers, comprising PPM members and professionals, including Hasnita Ibrahim, Digital Library Information manager at the Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama) were involved in writing the book. Meanwhile, Ghazali said 'Baca' is part of the transliteration campaign "Baca Celik Hati" project led by UTM library since 2000. The book compiles inspiring stories, experiences, and the spirit that forms the backbone of the librarian profession, encompassing the history of libraries in Malaysia, as well as topics such as the benefits of reading, family library management, bibliotherapy, and compulsive issues related to books. He said in 2023, through the "One Character, A Million Practices Project" (Projek Satu Aksara Sejuta Amalan) and in strategic collaboration between UTM library and PPM, 'Baca' was successfully transliterated into Braille and audio formats as part of the effort to bridge the information access gap and promote an inclusive literacy culture within the community. "This initiative is not merely a publication in different formats, it is a manifestation of the librarians' commitment to inclusive literacy, in line with the principle of 'No One Left Behind'," he said. He said the Braille copies will be distributed to selected special education schools across the country as a starting point for the long-term mission. – Bernama
Business Wire
6 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Flytrex, Wing Implement Commercial Strategic Flight Coordination in Overlapping Airspace in the U.S.
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Flytrex and Wing have each implemented the Unmanned Traffic Management (UTM) Strategic Coordination standard in the United States with a first-of-its-kind application into daily flight operations near Dallas, Texas. The work is part of a broader industry-FAA collaboration establishing the foundations for a national UTM ecosystem. The two drone delivery companies are first among several drone operators to further integrate into the airspace by automating the separation of commercial drone flights in low-altitude shared airspace. This groundbreaking implementation marks the first time that multiple beyond visual line of sight drone operators are leveraging UTM services for commercial, sustained operations. By sharing their flight plans and strategically coordinating drone paths, Flytrex and Wing are pioneering a scalable approach to drone delivery—one that is more collaborative and adaptable as the skies become increasingly dynamic. 'Unmanned Traffic Management is the backbone of a scalable drone delivery ecosystem,' said Yariv Bash, CEO and co-founder of Flytrex. 'It allows multiple operators to fly safely and efficiently, even in densely populated areas, by mitigating drone to drone collision risks. We're proud to work alongside Wing to pioneer a new standard for airspace coordination built for scale.' A First in the Nation: Coordinated Commercial Drone Delivery in Shared Airspace The rapid growth of drone technology and commercial drone delivery operations, especially in suburban areas, has highlighted the need for real-time coordination between service providers. While the foundations for UTM have been under development for years, this marks the first time in the United States that two commercial drone delivery services have implemented this technological solution in daily operations over a shared airspace. Rather than operating in siloed zones, Flytrex and Wing operate in close proximity to serve overlapping communities, while managing their flight paths to prevent conflicts. They exchange flight intent data and automatically adjust their flight paths to meet deconfliction requirements, without the need for manual coordination between the two companies. Both companies participate in the Federal Aviation Administration's UTM Operational Evaluation, facilitating this exchange. 'This is yet another milestone for the UTM Operational Evaluation, leveraging core principles of U.S. aviation and innovation,' said Margaret Nagle, Vice President and Global Head of Policy, Regulatory and Community Affairs at Wing. 'By leveraging the benefits of global standards, we will increasingly see multiple drone services sharing the same, overlapping airspace and operating at scale. For Wing, this is how we deliver more goods to more people - right when they need it.' Looking Ahead This implementation of interoperable UTM services based on a global, industry-consensus standard sets the stage for a new era in aerial logistics. This collaboration allows multiple drone fleets to operate together in dense environments while maintaining service reliability and public trust. This breakthrough effort represents a major step toward integrating drone delivery into the everyday fabric of American life. As the airspace becomes more populated with autonomous aircraft, real-time and digital coordination between service providers will help maintain safety and efficiency. About Flytrex Flytrex is a leader in ultrafast, on-demand drone food delivery. It has delivered over 200,000 deliveries in Texas and North Carolina. The company has been at the forefront of transforming last-mile logistics, providing suburban communities with affordable, scalable access to aerial delivery. Flytrex operates in multiple U.S. states and continues to expand its footprint, focusing on enhancing quality of life through innovation in autonomous logistics. About Wing Wing offers drone delivery. Our fleet of lightweight, highly automated delivery drones can transport small packages directly from businesses to homes and between healthcare providers in minutes. Wing has made more than 450,000 commercial drone deliveries on three continents and is currently expanding in the Dallas-Fort Worth, TX metroplex and to Charlotte, NC.
Barnama
6 days ago
- General
- Barnama
PPM, UTM Launch Braille And Audio Versions Of ‘Baca' For The Blind
GENERAL KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 (Bernama) -- The Librarians Association of Malaysia (PPM), in collaboration with Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) library, today launched Braille and audio versions of the book 'Baca' (Read) to provide reading access to visually impaired individuals. Selangor Women's Welfare and Charity Organisation (Pekawanis) president Datin Seri Masdiana Muhammad said the Braille version of 'Baca' not only introduces new reading material but also reflects a growing awareness that reading is everyone's right. 'This initiative is seen as a crucial step in ensuring that every individual, including children with special needs, is not left out of activities that cultivate a culture of learning and reading. 'I hope this effort will go beyond just providing Braille and audio books, but also include the creation of a friendly learning environment, well-trained teachers, and innovative assistive technology,' said Masdiana, who is also the wife of Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari. She was speaking during the launch of the Braille and audio versions of 'Baca' in conjunction with the 2025 Kuala Lumpur International Book Fair (PBAKL) at World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur (WTCKL) today. The event was also attended by PPM president Dr Ghazali Mohamed Fadzil. A total of nine writers, comprising PPM members and professionals, including Hasnita Ibrahim, Digital Library Information manager at the Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama) were involved in writing the book. Meanwhile, Ghazali said 'Baca' is part of the transliteration campaign 'Baca Celik Hati' project led by UTM library since 2000. The book compiles inspiring stories, experiences, and the spirit that forms the backbone of the librarian profession, encompassing the history of libraries in Malaysia, as well as topics such as the benefits of reading, family library management, bibliotherapy, and compulsive issues related to books.
