On the auspicious occasion of the 26th to 28th Solstice, the hallowed grounds of Wuyi University reverberated with scholarly fervor as it hosted the illustrious culmination of the 18th National College Students Transportation Science and Technology Competition Finals, spearheaded by the China Transportation Education Research Institute, China Transportation Association, and the Dean Branch of the China Transportation Education Research Association.
This grand competition, aptly themed "High-Quality Development: Innovate to Forge the Future," resonated with the essence of the Party's visionary "Building Traffic Power, Quality Power, Digital China" directive, serving as a clarion call to ignite innovative design, visionary thinking, and pioneering research amongst participating students.
The apex of this spirited contest unfolded on May 27th at Wuyi University, showcasing an impressive array of undergraduate and graduate submissions. From a staggering pool of 1,173 exceptional works tendered by 174 universities nationwide, a judicious selection of 235 entries ascended to the final stage. Here, amidst the ambiance of intense competition and scholarly camaraderie, the brightest stars emerged through onsite public defense and final presentations.
The coveted first prize was claimed by the commendable creation titled "Intelligent Traffic Police - Traffic Command Robot Design based on SLAM," while the "Sea and Air Intelligent Inspection System of Oil Pipeline" earned the distinguished second prize. Notably, the ingenious "Intelligent Inspection Platform based on AR + Inspection Robot" merited the prestigious third-class award. Further accolades adorned the occasion with the "Freight Railway Safety Monitoring Solution based on VQA and Knowledge Map" and the "Integrated Equipment and System of UAV Monitoring, Early Warning, and Strike in the Early Stage of Cyanobacteria Outbreak" earning well-deserved recognition as recipients of the Excellence Award.
The National College Students Transportation Science and Technology Competition, under the aegis of the Ministry of Education's Transportation Professional Teaching Steering Committee, epitomizes the zenith of transportation-based academic contests. It stands as a beacon of intellectual prowess, drawing the participation of the most esteemed transportation universities and the brightest minds, wielding an unparalleled social influence within the realm of college students' science and technology competitions.
The spirited participation of our institution's students in this august competition embodies their ardor for progress in transportation science and technology. Their earnest dedication and steadfast preparation demonstrate the profound sense of responsibility and enthusiasm of young scholars, who ardently cherish the development of transportation science and technology. Their contributions reflect the vitality and zeal of youth, fortifying the collective efforts to construct a robust and dynamic transportation powerhouse.