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Curriculum vitae of Sarucha Yanyong.

General Information

Full Name Asst. Prof. Dr. Sarucha Yanyong
Title Lecturer
Department Department of Robotics and AI, School of Engineering
Institution King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang
Email sarucha.ya@kmitl.ac.th
Website https://syanyong.github.io
Nationality Thai
Date of Birth 2 January 1990

Professional Experience

  • 2026.01 - Present
    Assistant Professor
    Department of Robotics and AI, School of Engineering, King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang, Bangkok, Thailand
  • 2026.03 - 2026.09
    Industrial Consultant (Agentic AI Systems)
    Seagate Technology (Thailand) Ltd., Teparak Plant
    • Triple Helix Project (PMU-B & Seagate & KMITL Collaboration)
  • 2025.09 - 2025.11
    Visiting Researcher, Wafer Process Technology Training
    Seagate Technology, Springtown Site, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
    • Triple Helix Project (PMU-B & Seagate & KMITL Collaboration), Year 1
  • 2023.06 - 2026.01
    Full-time Lecturer
    Department of Robotics and AI, School of Engineering, King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang, Bangkok, Thailand
    • Courses taught: ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (Graduate program), MOBILE ROBOTS, MICROPROCESSOR AND INTERFACE, and ADVANCED COMPUTER PROGRAMMING.
  • 2022.12 - 2023.03
    Visiting Researcher
    Multimedia Computing Systems Laboratory, Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU), Seoul, Republic of Korea
  • 2019.08 - 2022.12
    Adjunct Lecturer and Researcher
    King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang, Bangkok, Thailand
    • Courses taught: Computer Programming and Mobile Robot.
  • 2020.11 - 2022.10
    Software Engineer/Consultant
    Foster Engineering Co., Ltd., Bangkok, Thailand
    • Developed web-based inventory management and data analytics systems for chemical manufacturing clients, including Unilever.
    • Consulted on Docker-based deployment, data-transformation pipelines, and machine learning-based predictive control.
    • Technologies: SAP, Docker, MongoDB, Microsoft SQL Server, PostgreSQL, NodeJS, Python, ReactJS, Windows Server, VMware vSphere, Wonderware InBatch, and SCADA platforms.
  • 2014.10 - 2019.02
    Application Engineer
    Bombardier Transportation Signal Thailand Ltd. (now ALSTOM)
    • Developed a Python-based automated testing framework for interlocking applications.
    • Work package leader for Interlocking Application Development under the CITYFLO650 moving-block solution.
    • Projects: MRT Purple Line (CITYFLO650), Thailand; BTS Green Line Extension (CITYFLO450), Thailand; Durban Re-signalling (CITYFLO200), South Africa; and Rail Systems Alliance CITYFLO650, Melbourne, Australia.

Publications

  • 2025
    Experimental realization of PSO-based hybrid adaptive sliding mode control for force impedance control systems
    Sarucha Yanyong and Somyot Kaitwanidvilai. Results in Control and Optimization, 19, 100548.
  • 2024
    Localization for Outdoor Mobile Robot Using LiDAR and RTK-GNSS/INS
    Thepsit Thepsit, Poom Konghuayrob, Anakkapon Saenthon, and Sarucha Yanyong. Sensors and Materials, 36(4), 1405-1418.
  • 2024
    Hybrid Deep Learning and FAST-BRISK 3D Object Detection Technique for Bin-picking Application
    Taweesoontorn Taweesoontorn, Sarucha Yanyong, and Poom Konghuayrob. Sensors and Materials, 36(4), 1389-1404.
  • 2023
    Autonomous Modular Harvesting System for Vertical Aeroponic Farming
    Asnapetch Panit, Ruangrit Chalermpong, Tongsri Napat, Dissanayaka Supuni, and Sarucha Yanyong. IEEE ROBIO 2023.
  • 2023
    A Novel Robust Adaptive Control for PMDC Servo Motor Incorporating Recursive Least Square and Particle Swarm Optimization
    Sarucha Yanyong and Somyot Kaitwanidvilai. IMECS 2023.
  • 2023
    Adaptive Force Control Using a Standard Deviation-based Hybrid Approach
    Maethinee Songthai, Sarucha Yanyong, and Somyot Kaitwanidvilai. IMECS 2023.
  • 2023
    Energy Prediction of Cleanroom-type Differential Drive Mobile Robot Based on Recurrent Neural Network
    Sarucha Yanyong, Poom Konghuayrob, and Somyot Kaitwanidvilai. Sensors and Materials, 35.
  • 2023
    Sensor Fusion of Light Detection and Ranging and iBeacon to Enhance Accuracy of Autonomous Mobile Robot in Hard Disk Drive Clean Room Production Line
    Sarucha Yanyong, Somyot Kaitwanidvilai, Rattapoohm Parichatprecha, and Poom Konghuayrob. Sensors and Materials, 35.
  • 2013
    PSO based adaptive force controller
    Somyot Kaitwanidvilai, Sarucha Yanyong, and Anakkapon Saenthon. IMECS 2013.
  • 2011
    Hybrid adaptive impedance force controller using bang-bang and particle swarm optimization approaches
    Sarucha Yanyong and Somyot Kaitwanidvilai. IEEE-ROBIO 2011.

Awards and Scholarships

  • 2024
    • Won 1st prize, Japan RoboCup Logistics League.
  • 2023
    • Best Paper Award, 2023 IAENG International Conference on Electrical Engineering.
    • Won 1st prize and best technique, Mobile Robot for Logistics Major League, Roboinnovator Challenge 2023.
  • 2022
    • Gold Award, IoT Device category, 18th Asian Conference on Computer Aided Surgery and Medicine (ACCAS 2022), for the IoT-based Oxygen High Flow device.
  • 2019
    • Graduate Scholarship, Thailand Research Fund (TRF).
  • 2010
    • Outstanding Service Award, university-nominated award for Vice President of Robot Club, Faculty of Engineering, KMITL.

Invited Speaker and Professional Training Experience

  • 2026.06
    Invited Lecturer, Machine Vision Training
    THAI-SMART Triple Helix Project (PMU-B, Seagate, and School of Engineering, KMITL)
  • 2026
    Invited Lecturer, Predictive Maintenance & Agentic AI
    Intelligent Automation Skills Development Project, depa Digital Manpower Fund
    • Three cohorts: Mar 21-22, Apr 6-7, and Apr 29-30.
  • 2025
    Invited Lecturer, AI/ML Training Program for Machine Learning and Semiconductor Workforce Development
    PMU-B
  • 2025
    Invited Lecturer, AI/ML and Large Language Models (LLMs)
    Seagate Technology (Thailand)
  • 2025
    Invited Speaker, AI Visionaries: Leading the Future of Intelligence for Executive Dialogue
    Datalytics.ai, Malaysia Digital
  • 2025
    Invited Speaker, Application of AI and Robotics Tools in Education
    Coding Thailand Project, Digital Economy Promotion Agency (depa), Lower Northern Region, Phitsanulok
  • 2025
    Invited Lecturer, Mobile Robot Training
    ROS Thailand Open
  • 2024
    Invited Speaker, Smart City Forum: Innovative and Livable City for All
    Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI) and Bangkok Metropolitan Administration
  • 2024
    Invited Lecturer, Edge AI Workshop
    Arduino Day 2024
  • 2024
    Invited Lecturer, Autonomous Mobile Robot Fundamentals (Secondary Education Level)
    Maker Lab, CIC Skill Development and Learning Center, Phuket
  • 2023
    Invited Lecturer, Image Processing and AI Training
    Provincial Police Region 2
  • 2020
    Invited Lecturer, Non-Degree Program: Mobile Robot
    Robotics and AI Engineering, School of Engineering, KMITL
  • 2020
    Invited Lecturer, Computer Vision Training
    Hutchison Ports Thailand
  • 2020
    Invited Lecturer, Internet of Things (IoT) Training
    Hutchison Ports Thailand

Research and Development Project Experiences

  • 2023 - 2024
    Machine Learning-Assisted Pet Food Vending Machine
    Funded by King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang. Role: AI Researcher.
  • 2023 - 2024
    Intelligent Anti-robbery Police System in Chachoengsao
    Funded by Program Management Unit Competitiveness (PMUC). Role: AI Researcher.
  • 2022 - 2023
    Development of Smart and Green Damping Block for Noise Reduction of Railway Track (Eco-Smart Damping Block)
    Funded by Program Management Unit Competitiveness (PMUC). Role: Researcher (IoT and Smart System).
  • 2022 - 2023
    The Autonomous Food Serving Robot on Train
    Funded by Program Management Unit Competitiveness (PMUC). Role: Researcher (Mobile Robotics).
  • 2020 - 2021
    IoT-based Oxygen High Flow device
    Funded by Thailand National Metal and Materials Technology Center (MTEC). Role: Researcher (Embedded System and Backend).
  • 2020 - 2021
    Smart vaccine inventory system
    Funded by Ministry of Public Health of Thailand. Role: Researcher (Software Developer).
  • 2021
    Autonomous UVC robot for COVID-19 sanitizing
    Funded by KMITL Research and Innovation Services (KRIS). Role: Researcher (Mobile Robotics).
  • 2020
    The Autonomous Food Serving Robot for COVID-19 patients
    Funded by KMITL Research and Innovation Services (KRIS). Role: Researcher (Mobile Robotics).
  • 2019
    Cycle time improvement on press machine with adaptive robot system
    Funded by Yarnapund PCL and Thailand Research Fund (TRF). Role: Researcher (Computer vision and IoT system).
  • 2019
    Cassava starch packing improvement with the adaptive palletizing robot system
    Funded by Northeastern Starch (1987) Co., Ltd. and Thai Research Fund (TRF). Role: Researcher (Control system).
  • 2019
    Articulated robot for a car's window drive cable assembly machine
    Funded by Thai Steel Cable PC (TSC) and National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA). Role: Researcher (IoT system).
  • 2015 - 2019
    Autonomous Intelligent Vehicle for cleanroom type
    Funded by Seagate Technology (Thailand) Ltd. and Thai Research Fund (TRF). Role: Researcher (ROS GUI part).
  • 2014
    Visual inspection system for HSA Metrology
    Funded by Seagate Technology (Thailand) Ltd. Role: Researcher (Computer vision).

Education

  • 2019 - 2023
    Doctor of Engineering (D.Eng.) in Electrical Engineering
    King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang
    • GPA: 4.00 (Outstanding)
    • Thesis: Dynamic Energy Efficient Path Planning for Multiple Automatic Intelligent Vehicles in Hard Disk Drive Manufacture.
  • 2012 - 2014
    Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Electrical Engineering
    King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang
    • Thesis: Hybrid Impedance Force Controller using Bang-bang and Particle Swarm Optimization Approach.
  • 2008 - 2012
    Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) in Mechatronics Engineering
    King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang
    • Vice-president of Robot Club KMITL batch #13.
    • Internship program at Seagate Technology (Thailand) Co., Ltd.

Skills

  • Software frameworks and libraries
    • .NET Framework, NodeJS, ReactJS, NextJS, ElectronJS, FastAPI, Qt, Robot Operating System (ROS), PyTorch, TensorFlow, YOLO, pandas, and XGBoost.
  • Programming languages
    • C, C++, C#, Python, JavaScript, and HTML.
  • Databases
    • Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, OpenSearch, and MongoDB.
  • DevOps tools
    • Docker, GitLab CI/CD, GitHub Actions, and VMware ESXi.
  • Data communication
    • MODBUS Protocol, TCP/IP, Serial, I2C, SPI, and OneWire.
  • Embedded platforms
    • Raspberry Pi 3, BeagleBone Black, STM32, dsPIC, Arduino, and Controllino Arduino for Industrial.
  • Operating systems
    • Windows Server (2003, 2008, 2012) and Ubuntu.
  • Other software and tools
    • Wonderware InBatch, MATLAB, and Power BI.