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The “A‑Sun” Team, advised by Song‑Yu Chen, a faculty member in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Yuan Ze University, delivered an outstanding performance at the 27th Robofest International Robot Competition—Taiwan Qualifier, winning first place and showcasing the innovative energy of Taiwanese youth in the field of smart healthcare technology.
The “A‑Sun” Team was composed of Yi‑Chen Lee, Yung‑Ti Huang, Yu‑Chun Wei, and Jo‑Chi Yu. The team stood out with a robot project that combined fall detection with fun, engaging rehabilitation. Moving beyond traditional passive monitoring, their system guided older adults through interactive training to support both physical and mental activity. The approach not only enhanced safety but also helped improve the quality of life for seniors living alone, offering an innovative solution amid current shortages in long‑term care manpower.
Advisor Song‑Yu Chen noted that the award reflected the successful integration of mechanical engineering, design, and system integration. The students had begun mechanism design and system development well before the competition and went through extensive rounds of repeated testing and refinement. Their work demonstrated a high level of focus and strong execution. Chen also expressed appreciation for the department’s comprehensive curriculum and resource support, which enabled students to transform theory into tangible, hands‑on outcomes.
Team member Yi‑Chen Lee shared that the project journey included many challenges—from the robot failing to start up and wheel malfunctions in the early stages, to gradually troubleshooting power supply and motor‑drive issues. The team ultimately completed AI following and obstacle‑avoidance functions, allowing the system to operate successfully. Although the process was demanding, it was highly rewarding and reinforced the importance of returning to fundamentals when facing bottlenecks. Yung‑Ti Huang added that the team applied classroom learning in mechanical design and control theory directly to the project, which not only strengthened professional competence but also cultivated problem‑solving skills and teamwork experience.
Jo‑Chi Yu mentioned that development challenges included insufficient motor torque, structural adjustments, and unstable system power supply—issues that even caused frequent system crashes. Timely support and mutual assistance among teammates proved critical to overcoming these difficulties. Yu‑Chun Wei noted that while writing the fall‑detection program, the team went through repeated debugging and encountered hardware anomalies. Throughout the process, members consistently supported one another, jointly identified root causes, and resolved problems. Their collaboration ultimately stabilized the system and enabled it to issue alerts successfully, demonstrating strong teamwork and cohesion.
You‑Chun Chiang, Director of the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Yuan Ze University, stated that the department had long emphasized hands‑on, practice‑oriented teaching. It provided funding and maker spaces, and encouraged students to participate in external competitions to cultivate interdisciplinary integration skills. The “A‑Sun” Team’s excellent performance not only highlighted the university’s teaching outcomes but also underscored the development potential of Taiwanese youth in smart healthcare and robotics. The team was expected to continue shining on the international stage in the future.
