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I code for fun. Sometimes...its not.
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Name
Date of Birth
Nationality
Chong Jun Yi
28 June 1999
Malaysian
About
I am a mechanical engineering student who later found out he loves coding and AI.
I am a mechanical engineering student who later found out he loves coding and AI.
I served as an intern in the Power Systems Division, with a primary focus on advancing battery electric machine (BEM).
A significant accomplishment during my internship was the creation of a flexible site optimization tool, designed to maximize the total working hours for a fleet of up to eight BEMs. These machines featured varying battery capacities, runtimes and maximum charge rates, making the project both challenging and rewarding. In close collaboration with senior engineers, I identified areas for improvement, fine-tuned algorithms, and enhanced the tool's user interface for optimal usability.
This experience at Caterpillar allowed me to bridge theory and practice, contributing to innovative solutions within the Power Systems Division.
During my internship at the Communication & Video Standards Division, I collaborated closely with a dedicated team of professionals in shaping industry standards for AI-driven image compression within ISO and ITU frameworks.
I applied state-of-the-art machine learning architectures, including JPEG-AI, Learned Image Compression (LIC), and Transformer-CNN Mixture Blocks (TCM), to improve image encoding and decoding performance. In addition, I conducted thorough evaluations of various machine learning models, with a focus on crucial metrics like rate-distortion curves, decoding speed and computational complexity.
This internship experience allowed me to immerse myself in the dynamic realm of AI-driven image compression and contribute to pioneering standards within the industry.
I had the opportunity of mentoring a group of 15 high school students through weekly after-school English tutoring sessions. My approach to teaching was centered on creating an engaging and enjoyable learning experience. To achieve this, I designed and implemented interactive games and quizzes that fostered active participation and made the learning process both fun and effective.
This role not only allowed me to contribute to the growth of young learners but also provided a platform for me to further polish my own English language skills and develop the ability to effectively teach others.
The Tokyo Institute of Technology (now known as the Institute of Science Tokyo) is one of the top universities in Japan, recognized globally for its excellence in science, engineering, and technology education.
I conducted a research project titled Intuitive Excavator Control with 6DoF Interface. This project involved designing an excavator simulator using Unity, with programming in both C# and C++. The research also encompassed the collection and analysis of brainwave (EEG) and motion capture data to evaluate the intuitiveness and effectiveness of the novel control system.
Activities and societies: ExS Challenge (business contest)
Awards: Best Student HAKUSEIKAI Award in Mechanical Engineering, 2022
National Institute of Technology (Kosen) is a unique education program in japan, emphasizing on scientific experiments, workshop training and practical manufacturing, with the aim of cultivating practical, creative and innovative engineers.
During my final year in Ube Kosen, I engaged in a research focused on Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (SLAM) using LiDAR technology. This project not only enriched my coding skills in Python but also provided hands-on experience in the development of advanced navigation and mapping systems.
Activities and societies: English Teaching Assistant, International Exchange Club, Japanese-Mandarin-English translator for international exchange students
Look East Policy Japan is a comprehensive 2-year Japanese preparatory program, equipped me with the essential knowledge and skills required to pursue higher education in Japan.
My dedication to academics was reflected in my achievement of the Chief Executive Award and scoring an outstanding average of 98.8% in the final Monkasho Exam.
Activities and societies: Treasurer - Japanese Education Technical Student Society (JETSS),
Japanese Speech Contest
Awards: Chief Executive Award
SMJKTP is where I developed my leadership skills and discovered my deep interest in science and engineering. My achievement of 11As (9A+ 2A) in the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) examination opened doors for me to pursue my dream of challenging myself academically abroad.
Activities and societies: President - Board of Class Monitors, Treasurer - Mathematics Club, Bowling Club