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Technical Seminar: Automatic Inspection Robot - InspecSpider
 


Date, time & venue

2025-03-12;6:30pm-8:00pm;Chan Yat Mei Sophie Room – 9/F and via Zoom (online)

Organised by HKIE-CA Division

Programme Highlights

InspecSpider is a robust robotic system that can climb masts of up to 35 metres high to inspect lamp poles and the rust status of high masts using cameras and make records. The photos captured could be analyzed by AI technology to identify the rusting area and auto-grade the results. Moreover, a 2-axis robot could be embedded on the InspecSpider to conduct direct ultrasonic measurements to determine rust conditions.

The robot helps to relieve the pain points during conducting mandatory inspection through avoiding the use of crane machine to escalate labour and road closure. This is the first robotics solution in Hong Kong and there is no similar product deployed for high mast inspection.

Speaker

Herman Chow 

Mr. Herman Chow is a distinguished leader in the testing industry, currently serving as the Head of the Testing Team of Smart City Division at the Hong Kong Productivity Council. With over two decades of experience in the field, Herman has held senior management positions at globally recognized companies such as UL and Bureau Veritas, in addition to his tenure at HKPC. 

Not only is he a product testing specialist, but Herman is also adept at providing tailored R&D solutions for his clients. Herman's innovative prowess is truly exceptional, as evidenced by his most notable invention, the "InspecSpider". This groundbreaking creation earned him the Silver Award at the prestigious Edison Awards in 2024, as well as the Gold Medal with Congratulations of Jury at the 2023 Geneva International Exhibition of Inventions. As the chief designer of the InspecSpider, Herman also holds the patent for the AI-based solution for rusting determination, and the remote method for conducting touchable ultrasonic testing for high mast. 

Aries Lam 

Mr. Aries Lam is the consultant of the Testing Team of Smart City Division at the Hong Kong Productivity Council. Aries have over 7 years experience in conducting mechanical and electronics testing and R&D work. He is the chief engineer of the InspecSpider and he is also one of the patent owner of the “A Method of Remote Rusting Determination” regarding the AI solution of rusting analysis and remote ultrasonic testing of high mast.

Registration & Enquiries

This seminar is free of charge but prior registration is required. The number of participants is limited to 60 (physical) and 500 (online) and applications will be accepted on a first-come first-served basis. For registration, please register online at here. The deadline for registration is 10 March 2025. Successful applicants will be notified by email on or before 12 March 2025.

For enquiries, please contact Ms. Crystal CHAN via Email: crystal.chan.hkie@gmail.com





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