The German-Malaysian Institute (GMI) made a remarkable impact at Virtual Innovation Competition Exhibition (VICE) 2024 with multiple achievements, including the First place in the Young Innovator Award category for the Education Smart Home System Kit and a Gold Medal for another team’s project, the Robot Pemotong Rumput (Robotic Lawn Mower). These victories reflect GMI’s commitment to fostering young talents and advancing innovative solutions in technology and sustainability.
The VICE 2024, organized by Kolej Poly-Tech MARA (KPTM) Bangi, brought together young talents from across Malaysia to showcase their innovative projects. The event, which aimed to inspire creativity, technological advancements, and sustainability, recognized outstanding contributions in various fields, including education, technology, and sustainability.
Winning Project: Education Smart Home System Kit
The Education Smart Home System Kit, developed by the Sustainable Energy & Power Distribution (SEPD) team from GMI, is an innovative educational tool designed to introduce students and educators to smart home technology and sustainable energy concepts through hands-on learning. The kit integrates automation, the Internet of Things (IoT), and energy efficiency principles, helping users understand modern smart home systems and their role in promoting sustainability.
This educational kit simulates real-world applications, providing an immersive learning experience that educates users about energy-efficient technologies and their integration into smart homes. By promoting practical knowledge of sustainable technologies, this kit equips students with essential skills for a future powered by smart, eco-friendly solutions.
Team Behind the Winning Project
The SEPD team that developed the Education Smart Home System Kit consisted of talented students committed to innovation. The team was led by Ms. Raha Binti Bahanurdin as the supervisor, with the following team members contributing their expertise:
- Imanina Safiah Binti Mohd Nasir
- Adam Daniel Iman Bin Haizy Hamry
- Aina Damia Binti Halim
- Daanish Bin Adam
The team’s collaboration and hard work resulted in a project that not only showcases their technical abilities but also their capacity to address sustainability challenges in a creative, practical way. Their dedication reflects the values of excellence and innovation that GMI fosters in its students.
Looking Ahead: The Future of Innovation at GMI
As GMI looks toward the future, the institute remains committed to supporting technology-driven innovation, sustainability, and the development of industry-ready graduates. With an emphasis on practical, hands-on learning and real-world applications, GMI is shaping the next generation of leaders in engineering, technology, and sustainability.