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Preliminary Flapping Wing Study Presented at AASRC Conference

At the 65th AASRC Conference in Taichung, Dr Lan and his master’s student, Ching-Chan Huang, presented early research into the interaction between two separate flapping wings. This preliminary work contributes to comprehending the flight mechanisms in insect groups.

Four Talented Individuals Join The Lab

Four postgraduate students have joined the lab. Welcome aboard!

Dr Lan and Dr Lai Collaborate to Unveil Conceptual Butterfly-Inspired Robot

At The 11th International Conference on Advanced Robotics and Intelligent Systems (ARIS 2023) conference in Taipei, Dr Lan and Dr Yu-Hsiang Lai revealed their groundbreaking research on butterfly-inspired robots. This biomimetic study not only deepens our understanding of biological flight mechanisms but also holds promise for advancing unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) technology.

Dr Lan Discusses Interdisciplinary Education in Ministry of Education Interview

In a recent interview with the Ministry of Education, Dr Lan highlighted the innovative cross-disciplinary research at the Enable Center, founded by Professor Charles W. Tu. The centre gained attention last year when Dr Lan collaborated with Dr Ching-Wen Tan on an unprecedented project that merged the fields of entomology and mechanical engineering. Intrigued by the novel approach, Professor Tu asked Dr Lan to join him for this exclusive interview.

Dr Lan Invited as Adjudicator for the 9th NCKU Mechanical Project Exhibition

The Mechanical Project Exhibition returned on June 17th at National Cheng Kung University (NCKU). 39 student teams participated, showcasing their project-based learning and integrating theoretical knowledge from various mechanical engineering fields. The event highlighted creativity and collaboration, inspiring future engineers.

Dr Lan's Team Unveils 3 Cutting-Edge Research at AMAM Conference

In a collaborative effort, Dr Lan and his team made significant contributions to the 11th International Symposium on Adaptive Motion of Animals and Machines (AMAM) in Kobe, Japan. Their groundbreaking research delved into the realms of aerodynamics and odour tracking, providing valuable insights at the intersection of animal locomotion and technology.

Dr Lan to Give Keynote Speech at National Defense University

Dr Lan delivers an inspiring speech on the application of odour sensing at National Defense University.

Six Talented Individuals Join The Lab

We have welcomed a master’s student, four bachelor’s students, and an exchange student to the lab. Welcome aboard!

Dr Lan Invited to Give Talk at CSME Conference

Dr Lan gives a speech entitled ‘Machine Learning in Flapping Flight Transient Acceleration Modelling’ at CSME 2022.

Three Talented Individuals Join The Lab

Three postgraduate students have joined the lab. Welcome aboard!