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Malaysian Invention aNd Design Society MINDS Newsletter

January 2016

(PP 18717/03/2015(034152) (Free distribution to members only)

Patrons: YABhg Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad YBhg Tan Sri Law Hieng Ding MINDS Executive Committee (2014-1016) Academician Tan Sri Emeritus Prof Datuk Dr Augustine S H Ong President Datuk Choo Yuen May Vice President Dr Loo Koi Sang Honorary Secretary Ms Christine Ong Honorary Treasurer Committee Members Dr Ravigadevi Mr Tan Kim Seng Dr Mukhzeer Shahimin Ir Yap Mew Sang Mr Stephen Poon Dato Dr Cheah Cheng Huat Major Munusamy Dr Sarina Sulaiman Executive Secretary Ms Kendra Lam Editor Ms Chrys Tee Malaysian Invention & Design Society C3A-10, 4th Floor Block C Damansara Intan 1 Jalan SS20/27 47400 PJ Tel: 03-71182062 HP: 012-9032312 Email: minds.invent@gmail.com Website: www.minds.com.my Percetakan Soon Lee Heng Sdn Bhd 15 Jalan Besar, Selayang Baru 68100 Batu Caves Selangor

Dear MINDS Members As the year 2016 dawns, let us remind ourselves that MINDS is continually striving to encourage every Malaysian to be inventive and also to promote the culture of invention and innovation, However, MINDS is also embarking on a mission to encourage creativity in artistic pursuits and also the study of humanities, in order that one has the ability to shift rapidly between divergent and convergent thinking, which could be the key to innovation. For 2016, challenge yourself to dream a little more, come up with more ideas and have

the inspiration to make these ideas happen. Dont look back a year from now and wish you had done something about it. MINDS would like to thank you for your support and it is through your continuous support that made us one of the strongest and largest organisations serving the

inventors community. Regards, Chrys CONTENTS PAGE NUMBER PlaTCOM Ventures Sdn Bhd 2 KLESF 4 Creativity & Invention Camp 5 Penang International Science Fair 8 International Exhibition for Young Inventors 9 YMC Asia Pacific University 10 HKISII 11 YMC UniTEN iRMC 11 MYIC/MYIE 12 ITEX 2016 13 ICID 2016 14 OFIC 2016 15 Membership 16 Riddles 16

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PlaTCOM VENTURES SDN BHD CYBERJAYA Following the pitching session arranged by MINDS with PlaTCOM mentioned in our last Newsletter, we are pleased to share the success story of Bahagian Kemahiran dan Teknikal MARA. The pitching session was held at PlaTCOM as a follow-on from last ITEX. The session was conducted by Ms Biruntha, the Vice President who is also a Commercialisation Specialist of PlaTCOM. On finding that there is commercial value on the product I-Sink (a height adjustable sink, which is convenient for children and disabled people), Teknikal MARA expressed their intention to license their innovation to a suitable industry partner to commercialise their innovation.

Following that PlaTCOM managed to identify an industry player where a preliminary meeting was set up between the company and PlaTCOM to pitch the concept and commercial potential of the innovation. This was followed by introducing the innovation at PlaTCOMs Mega InnoSeed 2015 event where Teknikal MARA participated as an exhibitor and demonstrated the innovation to the interested company. As of now, PlaTCOM is in the midst of drafting the licensing agreement and determining the royalty and best licensing engagement between the two parties. MINDS would like to wish Teknikal MARA all the best in this licensing deal and also to thank PlaTCOM for the role they played in this success story.

(Above) Shazwan during the pitching session (Left) The I-Sink suitable for both the disabled as well as children as the height is adjustable.

Another interesting invention that had been awarded the High Impact Programme2 is the INTERNET 2.0 SECURE & MULTIMODE INTERNETWORKING. The Internet 2.0 is the brainchild of Alex Lee (pic) who has always been good in problem solving ad reverse-engineering. Alexs invention is a network protocol suite to enable Internet-like and Web-based capability natively over any telecommunication systems without using the internet platform. The reason current Internet will forever be vulnerable to hacking is due to the fundamental design of the Internet system. In order to survive nuclear attack and for the ease of implementation, the Internet was designed and operated using connectionless broadcast transmission, modelled after the postal delivery system. As such, Internet routing addresses remains static from the sender to the receiver as information traverses through a series of IP routers and switches. It is through these static addresses that hackers capitalize on to target and capture data packets or clone others IP addresses for intrusive attacks.

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The need for privacy and security will inevitably usher in a new transformative technology to fulfil such need. Secure & Multimode Internet 2.0 could be such a solution. Secure & Multimode Internet 2.0 is able to provides both dedicated-media and private mode of communication for internetworking, coined as Virtual Dedicated Media Internet (VDMI)TM, as well as having the ability to provide connectivity to existing Internet services. Current Internet technology does not operates natively on the telephony system, instead the Internet piggy-back on it. This rendered the Internet unable to fully capitalize on the capabilities of the telephony systems. With Secure-version Internet 2.0, VDMITM operating natively on the telephony system, it is able to fully capitalize on inherent strengths and utilizes on telephony systems dynamic routing addressing and reliable call tracing and recording for cyber-security enforcement. With VDMITM platform, the information packets doesnt pass through any IP-based or shared-media internetworking platforms thus rendering it invisibility to the hackers.

A new transmission media network protocol known as Transmission Media Adaptation Layer (TMAL)TM was created to communicate directly with existing connection-based network systems to subscribe for interconnect services. To enable VDMITM, one will download TMALTM drivers on their device. The download will install TMALTM network protocol with signalling capability to subscribe for interconnect services and will delete all IP suite of network protocols. However, we still need to work using the existing Internet platform and environment. Thus TMALTM is also engineered with backward capability to the current Internet. This is accomplished by installing TMALTM drivers without deleting the IP network protocol.

Using Multimode-version Internet 2.0 protocol, one is able to operates over both internetworking platforms, concurrently. We believe our technology will provides unprecedented security and privacy the present IP-based Internet cannot deliver. It will enable secure internetworking capability for Internet of Things (IoT) and Applications on Internet (AoI) where security and privacy is paramount. We are in the process of developing TMALTM, and is seeking potential alliances and partnerships for the adoption of our technology.

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Kuala Lumpur Engineering Science Fair (KLESF) 30 October - 1 November 2015 KLESF is a series of annual programmes aimed to promote interest in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) among primary and secondary school students. It is jointly organised by the ASEAN Academy of Engineering and Technology (AAET), Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR), Malaysian Industry-Government Group for High Technology (MIGHT) and The Institution of Engineers Malaysia (IEM).

As with previous years, MINDS was involved in KLESF 2015 to show great support on the promotion of science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM) education to the public community. This exhibition attracted an overwhelming response from schools, educators, public and private sectors. Generally, visitors have shown great interest in knowing more about MINDS, inventions and MINDS flagship event - ITEX. Three inventions were demonstrated in this exhibition, namely Smart socket (Invention by Dato' Hew Ah Kow), ABS plastic Abacus (invention by Professor Dato Goh Sing Yau) and SIFIRA TM (invention by Hardy Adrian A. Chin & Nani Mansor.

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Creativity & Invention Day Camp SJK (C) Hua Lian 1 Taiping 7 November 2015 There was much excitement and anticipation on the morning of 7 November as 130 students and 38 teachers from 30 schools from the District of Larut Matang, Kuala Kangsar and Sitiawan gathered at the Hua Lian 1 School Hall. It was also heartwarming to see 19 students from Bengkel Perlindungan Semangat Maju (Vocational School for people with intellectual disabilities) being invited for this Day Camp. This day camp came about after an overwhelming response from the camp organised by the Perak MINDS Chapter in March this year.

Invited speakers for the day were Dr Leo Ann Mean, former VP of MINDS, Chief Judge of ITEX and author of several books, and Mr Robest Yong, Innopreneur and Inventor of several items including the Polyclone Instant Rubber Stamp Machine. Dr Leo encouraged all present to be more creative and he brought along items invented by previous ITEX MYIC winners to show how creative and inventive the participants were. Robest on his part shared his experience as an inventor and also the obstacles he faced along the way.

After the talks the students were grouped into 33 teams and were given materials to come out with solutions to problems faced in school, classroom, home and the kitchen. It was a sight to behold as students brain stormed with each other, argued over and agreed on ideas. There was a flurry of activities as they put their thoughts into action. There was much teamwork and cooperation among the students as they vied for the trophies, cash awards as well as the certificates. Their end product was judged by Dr Loo Koi Sang, the Honorary Secretary of MINDS (representing President Tan Sri Ong) and the 2 speakers, Dr Leo and Robest.

There were 3 top prizes and the Tan Sri Augustine Ong Challenge Trophy and cash awards of RM200, RM150 and RM100 for the first, second and third prize respectively. 10 merit awards together with certificates and RM50 cash award were also given out. The Organising Chairman of the Camp, Mr Tan Kim Seng and his Committee put in much effort to ensure the success and smooth running of the Day Camp. The Organising Committee would also like to thank all who have helped in one way or another and a special thanks to Mr Voon Chun Teck of Saint Columba, Miri, Sarawak who came to observe and help out in the camp. Mr Voon, President of MyIT, Miri, was so impressed by the camp that he had plans to conduct a Day Camp sometime in March 2016.

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Snapshots of Taiping Creativity & Invention Day Camp

Getting their stuff ready to work on their project

Students from Bengkel Perlindungan Semangat

Maju showing off their projects

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Penang International Science Fair PISA 14-15 November 2015

The mission of PISF is "inspiring innovation", it aims to showcase products and expertise of the Penang industries to the public as well as to cultivate the spirit of innovation among the younger generation. This year, PISF consisted of not only exhibition, but also free hands-on science workshop and competitions. Major industries players in Penang including Motorola, Intel, Keysight, National Instrument, Altera, Agilent, and B Braun had join the fair by showcasing unique products and exhibition booth to expose their latest technology to the public.

Committee members from Penang MINDS chapter participated in the event by sharing a booth with the Penang Science Fair organizer. They helped in promoting MINDS to the public during the event, at the same time, the MINDS coffee table book was on display and the MINDS brochures were distributed to visitors. Members of Penang MINDS chapter also participated and enjoyed the fair with their family members.

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ITERNATIONAL EXHIBITION FOR YOUNG INVENTORS IEYI 2015 16-18 November 2015 New Taipei City Hall Taiwan The International Exhibition for Young Inventors (IEYI) was founded in 2004 by the Japan Institute of Invention and Innovation (JIII). The aim of IEYI was to encourage creativity and inventiveness amongst the teenagers. The purpose for the establishment of IEYI is to exhibit outstanding inventions and innovations from all over the world. The host for this years IEYI was Taiwan and young inventors from 9 countries (Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Macau, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan and Vietnam) gathered at the New Taipei City Hall to compete for the gold, silver, bronze and special awards. There was a total 107 exhibits for this years IEYI. For this years IEYI, Malaysia was represented by 3 schools Tapah Science School, SMK Seri Kenangan Segamat, Johor and SMK Tung Hwa, Sibu. Dr Loo Koi Sang, the Hon Secretary, represented MINDS at the recent IEYI. Our Malaysian schools returned with a total of 2 silvers (Non Electric Pet Feeder with Timer SMK Tung Hwa Sibu and My Rhemp Tapah Science School), 8 bronzes and 3 special awards.

Afieqha Mieza and Nur Aisyafika with their The team from SMK Tung Hwa with their teacher, Mr Lau Pik Ying, My Rhemp which won them a Silver. with a prototype of their Non Electric Pet Feeder.

Dr Loo Koi Sang with the Malaysian contingency at the IEYI 2015, Taiwan

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Young MINDS Chapter Seminar on Creative, Innovative and Inventiveness in Technology and Engineering 20 November 2015 Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation On 20 November 2015, the Young MINDS chapter co-organised the above seminar with the IEM Student Chapter of APU. The seminar was held at APU from 9.00 am to 5.00pm. The seminar was officiated by the Dean of Quality, Asia Pacific University, Professor Andy Sadon. The objectives of the seminar were to inspire students to think out of the box in engineering problem solving, to encourage creative thinking and also to instil the spirit of invention among the students, to promote and enhance the development and utilization of Malaysian inventions and designs, and to provide a platform for students to associate with industrial experts and lecturers. Academician Tan Sri Emeritus Professor Datuk Dr Augustine S.H. Ong is one of the keynote speakers for this seminar. According to Tan Sri Ong - Through Creative and Inventive solutions for different problems are best identified as a specific approach to Innovation. He is looking forward to seeing more young Malaysian Inventors in the near future. The other keynote presenter is Mr. Stephen Poon, a lecturer from Taylors University who is also the EXCO member of MINDS. His topic is about Creative and Innovative Thinking Skills: Function of knowledge, Curiosity, Imagination and Evaluation. His interactive session was very much enjoyed by the APU students. After a networking lunch, the session continued with Dr. Lai Nay Shyan on Silicon Based Quantum Dot, Mr.Pang Jia Yew on Sustainable Energy Development and Design in Building, followed by Dr Tiang Sew Sun on Microwave Imaging For Breast Cancer Detection and Dr. Lau Chee Yong on Speech Synthesis Made Easy and Dr. Raid on Integration of RF ID and Wireless Network. The seminar enjoyed an overwhelming response from more than 180 APU students and academic staffs, member of Young MINDS Chapter as well as IEM Student Chapter APU. Lecturers from IUKL University, UTAR and MMU were also present at the seminar. Pang Jia Yew

L-R: Pang, Prof Andy, Tan Sri Ong and Dr Thang

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Hong Kong International Student Innovative Invention Contest (HKISIIC) Run Run Shaw Creative Media Centre Hong Kong 28 November 2015 The Yan Chai Hospital Lim Por Yen Secondary School of Hong Kong, organiser of the HKISIIC invited 150 students from 16 primary schools and 10 international participants from the Asia Pacific region to take part in their 3rd HKISIIC. Malaysia was represented by 2 schools, SJKT Ramakrishna, Penang and Sekolah Kebangsaan Seri Ampang, Ipoh. They were led by MINDS Exco Member, Stephen Poon. Four young inventors from SJKT Ramakrishna, Penang made Malaysia proud after they bagged six international awards and a gold medal for their invention Noise Reducer. Our congratulations to the team on their success and we wish them all the best in their endeavour to come out with more new inventions.

(L) The Noise Reducer

The winning team from SJKT Ramakrishna, Penang

UNITEN iRMC and Young Minds Student Author of the Year Competition 18 December 2015 The Young MINDS Chapter is pleased to be the main sponsor for the UniTEN iRMC Student Author of the Year Competition 2015. This is the first time UniTEN iRMC (Innovation & Research Management Centre) is having Student Author of the Year Competition. The objective of this competition is to encourage high impact publications among the post-graduate students of UniTEN and also to promote the Young MINDS Chapter to the students and staff of UniTEN. The winners of the Student Author of the Year2015 are as follows: Highest Journal Ranking (PhD) 1st Place Mohammed Reyasudin Bin Basir Khan 2nd Place Ammar Mohammed Ameen 3rd Place Shafika Sultan Abdullah Highest Number of Publications (PhD) Salama A Mostafa Highest Journal Ranking (Master) Elmunzir Hassan Eisa El Talib Highest Number of Publications(Master) Omar Abdullatif Jassim Al-Jubouri All the winners with their awards and prize

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Malaysian Young Inventors Competition (MYIC) 2016 Malaysian Young Inventors Exhibition (MYIE) 2016 Asian Young Inventors Exhibition (AYIE) 2016 MINDS, with the endorsement of the Ministry of Education, has been organizing MYIC/MYIE in conjunction with ITEX. The objective is to promote the spirit of creativity & inventiveness among young Malaysians and to instill a sense of social responsibility and ownership to make a better tomorrow. The competition is open to all students in both primary and secondary schools in Malaysia, and is divided into two categories Primary Level and Secondary Level. A total of ten prizes, five for each level, are awarded. Entries may be from individuals or groups of not more than three persons. Each entry must be submitted through the school using the prescribed entry form. Inventions in written proposals are judged based on the following criteria novelty, inventiveness, user and environmental friendliness, cost effectiveness and commercial potential. On being shortlisted for MYIC, the shortlisted invention will compete in MYIE & AYIE. The MYIE/AYIE will create an opportunity for the young inventors to be exposed to international-level competitions and to share and network with other like-minded individuals. MYIC 2016 Competition Entry Submission Deadline : 25 March 2016 Theme : INVENTION FOR SOCIETY Result Announcement : 8 April 2016 on www.minds.com.my MYIE / AYIE 2016 12 14 May 2016 Theme : INVENTION FOR SOCIETY Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre Malaysia For information: www.minds.com.my For registration: www.itex.com.my The Auto Anti-Wet Umbrella Kapok Cool Shades The Noise Reducer SMK Sultan Abu Bakar SMK Datuk Haji Abdul Kadir SJKT Ramakrishna

WINNERS OF AYIE/MYIE 2015

Booth Rates for ITEX 2016 2m x 2m booths rate for MINDS members is RM2,350.00 (early bird rate) and RM2,550.00 after 11th March 2016. Normal rate for non-MINDS member is RM3,050.00 (all prices are exclusive of GST).

For further details please log into our website: www.itex.com.my

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ITEX has given us great exposure and a good platform that will take us to the next phase. Asia Invention Excellence

Award Winner 2015, Mesiniaga Berhad

We have been participating in ITEX for 9 years, ITEX is a very good exhibition in South East Asia. In ITEX, weve made

friends with a lot of people from other countries. We have also been able to build business contacts where contracts are

signed between Russia and Malaysia. Mr Vladimir Petryashev, the first Deputy General Director of The Association

Russian House for International Scientific and Technological Cooperation

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We are pleased to welcome the following members Join us as a MINDS member and be part of the into the MINDS family: Inventive and Creative community. Call or email

us at:

Mship No. Name of MINDSter 2114 Dr Hasnah Binti Mohd Zaid Telephone: 603-71182062 2115 Dr Mariam Jamaludin 2116 Dr Nor Saadah Binti Abd Rahman Email: minds.secretariat@gmail.com 2117 Leong Wai Kin 2118 Lee Chooi Tian, Alex 2119 Ang Boon Chuan

2120 Dr Mastaneh Mokayef

A little levity and laughter to lighten the mood is a great way to start a new year.

1. Throw away the outside and cook the inside, then eat the outside and throw away the inside. What is it? 2. What word becomes shorter when you add two letters to it? 3. What travels around the world but stays in one spot? 4. What has 4 eyes but cant see? 5. If I have it, I dont share it. If I share it, I dont have it. What is it? 6. How many months have 28 days? 7. What has hands but cannot clap? 8. What can you catch but not throw? 9. What is at the end of a rainbow? 10. What is as light as a feather, but even the worlds strongest man couldnt hold it for more than a minute? 11. Mr. Blue lives in the blue house, Mr. Pink lives in the pink house, and Mr. Brown lives in the brown house. Who

lives in the white house?

Answers 1.Corn on-the Cob 2.Short 3.A Stamp 4. Mississippi 5. A Secret 6. All 12 months 7.A Clock 8. A Cold 9.The letter W 10.His Breath! 11.The President of USA