Yogyakarta, 29 October 2025 — The Department of Mechanical Engineering (DTM), Vocational School, Universitas Gadjah Mada held an International Guest Lecture titled “Application-Driven Mechatronic Control: Bridging Design and Performance in Robotic Systems.” This event aimed to enhance students’ understanding of mechatronics by exploring both fundamental concepts and practical applications in modern robotic and control systems.
The session featured Dr. Azizan Bin As’arry from Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), an academic with extensive research experience in mechatronics and control engineering. The lecture was conducted online via Zoom and attended by students from multiple classes within DTM SV UGM.
The event was coordinated by Ir. Irfan Bahiuddin, S.T., M.Phil., Ph.D., IPM, ASEAN Eng., and moderated by Farhan Fadhlurrahman. Participants included students from the IoT Practice class and Control Engineering class, as well as students from the Heavy Equipment Management and Maintenance Program (TPPAB) and the Mechanical Engineering Technology Program (TRM), along with additional students from other classes.
Dr. Azizan delivered comprehensive material covering the fundamentals of control engineering, the core principles of mechatronics, and systematic approaches to designing mechatronic systems. He also presented real-world examples of mechatronic applications in heavy equipment. Furthermore, he shared several notable research projects he has conducted, including the development of smart actuators, smart suspension systems, and robotic arm control. These insights provided students with valuable context regarding technological advancements and their industrial relevance.
The session ran smoothly from 13.30 to 15.00 WIB. During the Q&A session, students posed questions related to mechatronic implementation in heavy equipment, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI), and challenges in developing sensor–actuator-based intelligent systems.
This activity supports several Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 4: Quality Education, SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure, and SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals, by enhancing technological literacy, strengthening international academic collaboration, and promoting innovation in engineering and industrial applications.