A mind to succeed
China DailyYuan Xin works on a research paper in a lab at Wuhan University of Science and Technology. "One of the most unforgettable experiences is winning second prize at the Challenge Cup in 2019," says Yuan, who is now pursuing his doctoral degree in computer science at the Wuhan University of Science and Technology. Yuan's entry focused on the development of a shipborne water cannon that integrates computer-enhanced vision, artificial intelligence and object detection, all of which falls under his field of expertise. "If we could deliver automatic monitoring and response, a great deal of labor would be saved," Yuan says, adding that it would also enable sharper observation and more efficient control of nautical crime, especially at night. "We had to make sure our auto system fit with a real-life cannon and ship, and took into account the wind fluctuation and other factors that would affect the operation of the water cannon," Yuan explains.