Intel Malaysia Intel Architecture Makers' Open Day showcases invention and technology

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Intel Malaysia recently held their Intel Malaysia Intel Architecture Makers' Open Day in Penang, showcasing the growing community of inventors or Makers in Malaysia using Intel technology like the Intel Galileo board to make inventions of their own. The exhibition saw various projects and inventions including a home-made 3D Printer, an Intel Edison based traffic light system, home automation and more with makers ranging from the young to the mature, proving that age is not an issue when it comes to making something awesome. The Intel Malaysia Intel Architecture Makers' Open Day is just one of the various projects that Intel Malaysia are running to spur on growth and interest in technology. Other initiatives that include Intel Galileo K-12 workshops for primary and secondary school students along with Intel Galileo boards and curriculum for universities. Check out the projects and what Intel Malaysia had to say about it below:

“Since the invention of the wheel, inventors all over the world have constantly strived to create new and better ways to solve the world’s problems. Today, at Intel Malaysia, we celebrate the work of our local inventors. I’m proud to say that we have very talented people in our midst, and from what they’ve shown us today, I have bright hopes about what our future is going to be like!” Christopher Kelly, General Manager Malaysia Design Centre, Intel Malaysia

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Two inspiring makers presented their project to Chris Kelly, the General Manager Malaysia Design Centre of Intel Malaysia. 

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Mr. Loh Wei Keat (on the left) sits next to his ALLSPARK 3D printer that uses an Intel® Galileo board. 

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An Intel® Edison board used for an project by one of the makers at the IMIMOD 2015. 

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New discoveries and plenty of fun for both the young and old at the IMIMOD 2015.

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A young future-maker spotted with ‘A One Million Dollar Hand’!

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A participant flying a self-made drone during the drones workshop at the IMIMOD 2015.