ASTRI - Hong Kong Applied Science and Technology Research Institute

📣𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐮𝐬 𝐨𝐧 20 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐬𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐯𝐞𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐀𝐕 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐮𝐦: 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐌𝐨𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲💥💥 Discover the Future: Explore the latest in connected car technology and smart transportation ecosystems. From cutting-edge real-time data sharing to smart navigation, see how these innovations are shaping our roads. 🚌🚌 Hear from the Experts: Get insights from top industry leaders like Ir John Chan (CLP Power), Ir HK Chan (MTR Corp), Mr Newton Ng (CityBus), Dr. Jason M.Y. Tse (Buro Happold), Mr Barry WILSON (Hong Kong Institute of Urban Design), and many more. 𝐀𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐚 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬: 🔸     Towards 2030: EV Charging and Energy Infrastructure Development 🔸     AI and Public Transport: Sustainable Model 🔸     From Beijing, Hong Kong to Tokyo, The International Route for Autonomous Buses Integrating Vehicle-Road-Cloud 🔸     Collective Wisdom in Smart Mobility Research & Commercialisations 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐃𝐲𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐏𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐥𝐬: 🔹     Connecting GBA’s technology strengths to explore global business opportunities 🔹     Envisioning Future of Transport Interchange Hubs 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐃𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬: 📆Date: 20 August 2024 (Tuesday) ⏱Time: 2:30pm – 5:30pm 📍 Venue: Charles K Kao Auditorium, Hong Kong Science Park Language: English and Putonghua Register Now: Don’t miss the chance to network with industry professionals, researchers, and policymakers who are at the forefront of the smart mobility revolution! Check out the full programme and secure your seat here: https://bit.ly/3xYxiJQ Be part of the journey towards safer, smarter and more efficient road networks! #ASTRI #SmartMobility #CV2X #AutonomousVehicle

𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠: 𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 & 𝐄𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐬: 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬 & 𝐎𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 Facing the grave challenge of climate change, energy transformation has become an urgent task. In this process, smart power systems are playing a crucial role. In recent years, the energy sector has undergone a profound revolution. With the rapid development of key technologies such as smart grids, renewable energy integration and energy storage, power systems are experiencing an unprecedented transformation. On one hand, these technologies are helping to enhance grid flexibility and efficiency, enabling large-scale integration of renewable energy. On the other hand, the digitalisation of power systems are also bringing new development opportunities, such as strengthening grid automation and connectivity, optimising energy supply-demand balancing, and enhancing user participation. ASTRI brings together three industry experts to explore the exciting prospects of: Session 1: Smart Power & Energy Systems: Energy-efficient Uninterruptible Power Supply Mr Victor Cheung, Principal Engineer, Advanced Electronic Components and Systems, ASTRI Session 2: Advanced Power Converter for Energy Conversion, Transmission, and Application Dr Liu Yuxin, Postdoc, City University of Hong Kong Session 3: Electrical Doctor – Real-time Health Diagnosis for Electrical Supply System Mr Loki Li, Engineer/Municipal/Project 6, Electrical and Mechanical Services Department Event Details Date: 14 Aug 2024 (Wednesday) Time: 2pm – 3:30pm Venue: Building 2W, HKSTP/ Zoom Language: Cantonese/Putonghua Register now to reserve your spot and engage with our expert speakers: https://lnkd.in/gzY7E9pY #ASTRI #SmartPower #EnergySystems #ASIH

【𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝟭𝘀𝘁 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗵𝗲𝗻𝘇𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸】 Last August, the State Council officially announced the "Development Plan for Shenzhen Park of Hetao Shenzhen-Hong Kong Science and Technology Innovation Co-operation Zone". Since earlier this year, ASTRI has strengthened our presence in Hetao and has received tremendous support from the Hetao Development Agency in terms of space, policies, and funding. Leveraging Hetao’s unique advantages, ASTRI has embarked on research and testing for multiple I&T projects. We’re accelerating the development of pilot platforms, focusing on cross-border smart mobility between Shenzhen and Hong Kong, cross-border cloud integration for roads and vehicles, and third-generation semiconductor technology, realising technology transfer and commercialisation of R&D outcomes. In his interviews with Shenzhen Satellite TV and other media, Ir Sunny Lee, Chairman of ASTRI, stated that Hetao is an ideal base in the Greater Bay Area, being the only Mainland location that offers the 'One River, Two Banks; One Zone, Two Parks' concept, which serves as a convenient innovation platform for both Shenzhen and Hong Kong. Mr Dongzhe Su, Director of Smart Mobility at ASTRI, further shared our progress and goals in developing cross-border connectivity for smart mobility in the Greater Bay Area. We are committed to leveraging the strengths of both Hong Kong and Shenzhen to promote technological exchanges, nurture I&T experts and jointly advance the I&T development in the 'Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area'. Watch the interview: https://bit.ly/3AqE7Vj #ASTRI #Hetao1stAnniversary #ShenzhenHKCollaboration #CV2X #3rdGenSemiConductor

We were delighted to have had Mr Wilfred KP Wong, BBS JP with us today! As the Director of ASTRI and the founder and Managing Director of RESOLUTIONS HR & Business Consultancy Company Limited, Wilfred shared his inspiring career journey and invaluable industry insights with our summer interns during the Tech Talk. His passion  for technology's limitless potential left us all motivated and ready to chart our own paths.   #ASTRI #TechTalk #SummerIntern

Led by our CEO, Dr Denis Yip 葉成輝, a group of ASTRIANs attended the 64th FHKI Annual Luncheon today. Graced by the presence of HKSAR Chief Executive Mr John Lee, the event brought together approximately 450 key industry and business figures. We seized this opportunity to exchange ideas and share insights with these leaders from various fields. As an important partner of the industrial sector, ASTRI is committed to promoting collaboration across the upstream, midstream and downstream segments of the I&T ecosystem. Our goal is to develop new quality productive forces and strengthen new development momentum by driving Hong Kong’s new industrialisation. #ASTRI #FHKI #ReinventingHKInudustries #UpgradeAndTransform

𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠: 3𝐫𝐝 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐄𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 𝐕𝐞𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 As vehicle technology continues to advance, third-generation semiconductor materials such as silicon carbide (SiC) and gallium nitride (GaN) are playing a critical role in new energy vehicle systems. Compared to traditional silicon semiconductors, SiC and GaN have higher bandgaps, better high-temperature tolerance and higher frequency characteristics, which can significantly improve the efficiency of power systems and reduce power consumption and weight. These excellent performance characteristics have brought revolutionary improvements to new energy vehicles. Driving range has increased significantly; acceleration performance is more outstanding; and the overall vehicle is lighter and safer. Third-generation semiconductors are becoming a key driving force to propel new energy vehicles towards a more efficient and smarter future. ASTRI brings together three industry experts to explore the exciting prospects of: Session 1: EV Charging Technology Development Trend Dr River-TinHo Li, Director, Advanced Electronic Components and Systems, ASTRI Session 2: 3rd Gen Semiconductor in New Energy Vehicle and on 6G Wireless Applications Dr Xinyu Zhou, Research Assistant Professor, Department of Electronic and Information Engineering, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Session 3: DFT and Judging Criteria Analysis in Power Cycle of Electric Drive Dr Allen Zhou, Co-founder, Luology Event Details 📆Date: 14 Aug 2024 (Wednesday) ⏱️Time: 4pm – 5:30pm 📍Venue: Building 2W, HKSTP/ Zoom Language: Cantonese/Putonghua Register now to reserve your spot and engage with our expert speakers: https://bit.ly/4db1TDn #ASTRI #NewEnergyVehicles #3rdGenerationSemiconductor #ASIH

We were delighted to welcome Dr Ming Ge, the Commissioner for Industry (Innovation and Technology) of the HKSAR Government, and his team from the New Industrialisation Development Office to ASTRI today. Our Chairman, Ir Sunny Lee, CEO, Dr Denis Yip 葉成輝, and our R&D team proudly showcased a suite of cutting-edge solutions to support intelligent manufacturing - from Digital Twins and 5G communications to groundbreaking AI technologies. As one of the leading research institutes dedicated to Hong Kong's new industrialisation, ASTRI is committed to harnessing innovative technologies to drive the transformation and upgrade of industries. By empowering businesses across sectors to embrace sustainable and intelligent manufacturing, we aim to pave the way for Hong Kong's vibrant future as a smart industrial hub.

Our summer interns have reached the midpoint of their exciting ASTRI internship. Come along as we take a glimpse into their fascinating on-campus experiences! 🎬 Credit: Oscar Chen #ASTRI #SummerInternship #NurturingTalents

Congratulations to Siobhan Haughey for writing a new page in the history of Hong Kong sports!🎉🎉🎉 Hong Kong’s swimming sensation Siobhan Haughey has done it! She clinched her bronze medal in the women’s 100m freestyle at the Paris Olympics, becoming the first Hong Kong athlete to win a total of four Olympic medals. Her powerful strokes were truly mesmerising. We couldn’t’ be prouder of Siobhan’s crowning achievement. Hong Kong is celebrating! Fun Fact: Did you know that ASTRI's advanced motion tracking technology can help athletes like Siobhan perfect their technique? Our sports technology can track athletes’ swift movements precisely and seamlessly in real-time, providing valuable data for analysis and further coaching, taking their performance to the next level! We look forward to the perfect integration of technology and sport to drive Hong Kong athletes to shatter limits and achieve extraordinary feats! #ParisOlympics #SiobhanHaughey #HongKongPride #SportsTech #ASTRI

Do researchers have to toil away in the lab all day? Not at all! As the city dives into Olympics fever, ASTRI has turned its conference room into a gym. We’ve invited seasoned trainers, Ronald Lee and Ran Lam, to guide our colleagues in high-resistance band workout. This lets ASTRIANs enjoy the happy hormones from exercise, and build healthy work-life balance habits . #ASTRI #OlympicFever #Endorphin #FitnessFun #WorkLifeBalance