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2024 National Invention and Creation Award: Director Fan-Tien Cheng Leads Team to Win Silver
Dr. Fan-Tien Cheng, Executive Director of the Intelligent Manufacturing Research Center at National Cheng Kung University (NCKU), along with team members Yu-Ming Hsieh, Dan-Ru Wang, Li-Xuan Peng, and Chin-Yi Lin, has been awarded the Silver Medal in the Invention Category of the 2024 National Invention and Creation Award, organized by the Intellectual Property Office of the Ministry of Economic Affairs. Their winning invention, “A Virtual Measurement Method Using Convolutional Neural Networks and Its Computer Program Product”, showcases cutting-edge advancements in smart manufacturing. This marks the fourth time that Dr. Cheng and his team have received the prestigious National Invention and Creation Award, solidifying their contribution to innovation and technological progress. The official award ceremony is scheduled for April 2025.
Virtual measurement refers to a method of estimating product quality in real-time without the need for physical measurements. By leveraging machine parameters from production equipment, this technique enables online and real-time predictions of product quality, ensuring that every produced item undergoes comprehensive inspection. In addition to quality estimation, virtual measurement also allows for continuous monitoring of machine performance, enabling the early detection of anomalies. This proactive approach helps prevent major losses by identifying potential issues before they escalate, ultimately improving manufacturing efficiency and product reliability.
Dr. Fan-Tien Cheng has made significant contributions to the field of virtual metrology, earning multiple honors at the National Invention and Creation Awards over the years. His achievements include:
Virtual measurement refers to a method of estimating product quality in real-time without the need for physical measurements. By leveraging machine parameters from production equipment, this technique enables online and real-time predictions of product quality, ensuring that every produced item undergoes comprehensive inspection. In addition to quality estimation, virtual measurement also allows for continuous monitoring of machine performance, enabling the early detection of anomalies. This proactive approach helps prevent major losses by identifying potential issues before they escalate, ultimately improving manufacturing efficiency and product reliability.
Dr. Fan-Tien Cheng has made significant contributions to the field of virtual metrology, earning multiple honors at the National Invention and Creation Awards over the years. His achievements include:
1. 2011 (ROC Year 100) – Silver Medal
"Dual-Phase Virtual Metrology Method"
2. 2012 (ROC Year 101) – Gold Medal
"Automatic Virtual Metrology (AVM) Server, System, and Method"
3. 2018 (ROC Year 107) – Silver Medal
"Method for Predicting Machining Quality of a Machine Tool"
4. 2024 (ROC Year 113) – Silver Medal
"Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) for Automatic Virtual Metrology (AVM)"
Dr. Cheng emphasized that the goal of the latest invention is to enhance virtual metrology accuracy by leveraging Convolutional Neural Network (CNN). The innovative approach effectively applies CNN to virtual measurement tasks, significantly improving precision compared to traditional methods.
Dr. Fan-Tien Cheng has obtained patents in Taiwan and the United States for his pioneering work on "A Virtual Measurement Method Using Convolutional Neural Networks (CNN) and Its Computer Program Product." This patented technology is not only applicable to the semiconductor industry, but can also be used in chemical engineering, paper manufacturing, system integration, and equipment industries. Dr. Fan-Tien Cheng’s patented CNN-based virtual metrology technology significantly enhances the accuracy of the Automatic Virtual Metrology (AVM) system, making piece-by-piece advanced process control feasible. Integrated with Industry 4.0 platforms, this innovation enables Zero Defects manufacturing, achieving what is referred to as Industry 4.1. This advancement plays a crucial role in elevating the quality of Taiwan’s high-tech industry products and strengthening global competitiveness.
The National Invention and Creation Award, organized by the Intellectual Property Office of the Ministry of Economic Affairs, aims to encourage research and innovation to drive industrial and technological advancements. The award is divided into two main categories: Invention Award and Creation Award. The Invention Award requires applicants to have obtained a Taiwanese invention patent within the past six years before the competition year. The Creation Award recognizes innovators in utility models or industrial design, requiring a utility patent with a technical report or a design patent within the past six years.
Dr. Cheng emphasized that the goal of the latest invention is to enhance virtual metrology accuracy by leveraging Convolutional Neural Network (CNN). The innovative approach effectively applies CNN to virtual measurement tasks, significantly improving precision compared to traditional methods.
Dr. Fan-Tien Cheng has obtained patents in Taiwan and the United States for his pioneering work on "A Virtual Measurement Method Using Convolutional Neural Networks (CNN) and Its Computer Program Product." This patented technology is not only applicable to the semiconductor industry, but can also be used in chemical engineering, paper manufacturing, system integration, and equipment industries. Dr. Fan-Tien Cheng’s patented CNN-based virtual metrology technology significantly enhances the accuracy of the Automatic Virtual Metrology (AVM) system, making piece-by-piece advanced process control feasible. Integrated with Industry 4.0 platforms, this innovation enables Zero Defects manufacturing, achieving what is referred to as Industry 4.1. This advancement plays a crucial role in elevating the quality of Taiwan’s high-tech industry products and strengthening global competitiveness.
The National Invention and Creation Award, organized by the Intellectual Property Office of the Ministry of Economic Affairs, aims to encourage research and innovation to drive industrial and technological advancements. The award is divided into two main categories: Invention Award and Creation Award. The Invention Award requires applicants to have obtained a Taiwanese invention patent within the past six years before the competition year. The Creation Award recognizes innovators in utility models or industrial design, requiring a utility patent with a technical report or a design patent within the past six years.
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