SERI ISKANDAR, Sept 30 (Bernama) -- When the then Prime Minister, Datuk Seri (Tun) Dr Mahathir Mohamad tabled the Sixth Malaysia Plan in the Dewan Rakyat in 1991, he was aware of the fact that the country needed high quality human resource particularly in the field of science, technology and engineering.
Hence, the national petroleum company or Petronas established the Institut Teknologi Petronas (ITP) in April 1995 with the objective of providing the human resource for these fields.
The institute, which was located in Bangi, had never looked back.
ITP began its first academic session on July 1995 with only six permanent staffs at rented premises. Laboratory work was conducted at Universiti Pertanian Malaysia (UPM) and Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM).
In July 1996, ITP relocated its operations to Seri Iskandar here after taking over the campus vacated by Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM).
The same year, the government invited Petronas to establish a university and Universiti Teknologi Petronas (UTP) took shape on Jan 10, 1997.
POSITIVE CONTRIBUTIONS
Today, after holding nine convocations, UTP has produced 5,642 graduates including 256 at the Master's level.
Twelve years after its inception, UTP now can be proud with its achievement in producing graduates with all-round capability apart from being creative and innovative to become the movers of the nation's industries.
UTP Rector Datuk Dr Zainal Abidin Kasim said the university's graduates have always contributed positively to the country by their involvement in various fields and this is not limited to the oil and gas industry alone.
"Engineering and technology are the two key fields that have received positive impact from these UTP products. For example in the automotive industry, there are many UTP graduates employed as engineers with national car makers Proton and Perodua.
"There are UTP graduates working in the automobile research and development industry and they have contributed towards the improvement of the nation's automobile industry", he told Bernama in a special interview here recently.
ADMINISTRATIVE AND DIPLOMATIC SERVICE
Dr Zainal Abidin said the graduates contributions did not stop in the engineering and technology fields as they were given the trust and worked in the administrative and diplomatic service like the post of assistant officer.
"There are UTP graduates working in the marketing, business and banking sectors as well as government-owned financial institutions, these private sectors provide the opportunity for UTP graduates to continue contributing towards the country's economic development and growth," he said.
A great number of UTP graduates are having their career in the petroluem-related industry and are employed by multi-national giants like Shell, ExxonMobil and Petronas itself.
He said the UTP graduates were employed not only in Malaysia but throughout the world like Bahrain, Qatar, Arab Saudi, Sudan, Vietnam and Argentina.
Dr Zainal Abidin said the university also has post-graduate students that today totalled more than 800 from 25 countries including Malaysia, Egypt, Sudan and Malaysia.
A number of these foreign students are doing their Master's and PhD where they have contributed their ideas as well as innovations through their research work held at UTP.
UTP BRANCH CAMPUS
Dr Zainal Abidin said the university has no plans to open a branch campus as its objective was not quantity but to produce capable and quality candidates in line with UTP's mission.
"Investment and operating costs for an engineering and technology-based university are very high and Petronas is not out to seek profit. It is Petronas's commitment to contribute towards development of the society particularly for the future generations," he said.
UTP is now stepping up its research and development (R&D) activities to achieve its next objective to obtain the government's recognition as a research university.
UTP has answered the call by its Pro-Chancellor Tan Sri Mohd Hassan Merican to act proactively to attract more researchers from across the globe to boost the university's capability and credibility.
"UTP has and will continue to initiate measures to boost its image as a leading and prestigious university, improve its campus facilities by providing more room for research work apart from stepping up the strategic relations with other institutions of higher learning as well as that of research and industries," said Dr Zainal Abidin.
REO
Aware that R&D is one of the important aspects of its establishment, UTP had set up the 'Research Enterprise Office' (REO) in 1999.
"The aim in setting up of REO is to have a special unit to manage all matters connected to research, consultation and innovations for UTP.
"Since its inception in 1999, REO has boosted UTP's capability and credibility in generating huge research grants from the government, Petronas and industries," he said.
Dr Zainal Abidin said funds from the grants were utilised to implement research programmes that resulted in new innovations and discoveries.
Some of these innovations had bagged awards and accolades at the world's renowned expositions such as the 'International Exhibition of Inventions, New Techniques and Product of Geneva' in Switzerland.
The other expos where UTM had made its name known were the 'Malaysia International Invention, Innovation and Technology Exhibition (ITEX)', 'Malaysian Technology Exposition and Innova Eureka' as well as "Innova Energy' in Brussels, Belgium.
Recently UTP won three gold, one silver and one bronze medals in Geneva while the university's participation at ITEX 2009 resulted in the university bagging five gold, three silver and one bronze medals.
RESEARCH GRANTS
REO has garnered research grants of close to RM107.9 million. It has also won 36 gold medals at local and foreign expositions since 2005.
UTP is also focussing on nine fields of research named as the 'Mission Oriented Research' (MOR).
"The purpose of MOR is to conduct research for the benefit of the oil and gas sector apart from other studies like that on alternative energy. All of the outcome from the research done would infuse new dimension for the sustainability of the country's oil and gas industry," he said.
For Dr Zainal Abidin, who has been UTP Rector for close to five years, his objective is for UTP to achieve research university status in 2013.
"Our strategy is to robustly develop R&D in oil and gas sector due to our unique relation with this industry that gives us some advantages over the other universities," he said.
Dr Zainal Abidin said UTP has identified several fields related to the industry that are to be given priority like Carbon Dioxide Management, Deep Sea E&P Technology, Nano Technology and Green Technology.
"I hope the R&D development that we carry out in UTP will give rise to new technologies that will benefit the industries and turns the university into a referral centre for the latest technologies.
"For the long term, I hope UTP will turn into an institution that is the pride of the nation, as well as the model for other universities in the country and abroad," he added.
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Police Shoot Dead Ex-Convict
KEMAMAN, Sept 28 (Bernama) -- A man who was released from prison about two months ago, was shot dead by police when he tried to mow down a policeman with a stolen car at the 135km Jalan Kuala Terengganu-Kuantan last night.
The dead man's 22-year-old accomplice who was also in the car, sustained a gunshot wound in the shoulder and was warded in a stable condition at the Tengku Ampuan Afzan Hospital in Kuantan.
Seized from the car were several parangs and knives, believed to have been used during break-ins at homes.
The police did not identify the dead man.
The incident occured near a lemang stall at Kampung Geliga in Kijal about 11.50pm.
State CID chief ACP Mohd Fuazi Abduri said on Monday that the ex-convict had seven criminal records, including house break-ins and car thefts, while the accomplice was linked to hold-ups.
Following a report that a Perodua MyVi which was reported stolen in Kuantan was spotted in Kampung Geliga, he said a police team arrived at the scene and saw two men seated inside the vehicle.
Despite repeated requests to alight from the car, the duo refused.
The ex-convict who was in the driver's seat, reversed the car, hitting a parked motorcycle before driving it forward, almost hitting one of the policemen.
Fuazi said, at that juncture, the police fired a shot in the direction of the car, killing the ex-convict on the spot and injuring his accomplice.
The dead man's 22-year-old accomplice who was also in the car, sustained a gunshot wound in the shoulder and was warded in a stable condition at the Tengku Ampuan Afzan Hospital in Kuantan.
Seized from the car were several parangs and knives, believed to have been used during break-ins at homes.
The police did not identify the dead man.
The incident occured near a lemang stall at Kampung Geliga in Kijal about 11.50pm.
State CID chief ACP Mohd Fuazi Abduri said on Monday that the ex-convict had seven criminal records, including house break-ins and car thefts, while the accomplice was linked to hold-ups.
Following a report that a Perodua MyVi which was reported stolen in Kuantan was spotted in Kampung Geliga, he said a police team arrived at the scene and saw two men seated inside the vehicle.
Despite repeated requests to alight from the car, the duo refused.
The ex-convict who was in the driver's seat, reversed the car, hitting a parked motorcycle before driving it forward, almost hitting one of the policemen.
Fuazi said, at that juncture, the police fired a shot in the direction of the car, killing the ex-convict on the spot and injuring his accomplice.
Monday, September 28, 2009
Perodua Viva 660 BX replaces the Kancil
Viva
The last unit of the Perodua Kancil rolled off Perodua’s production line today. It will be replaced from Thursday onwards by a new baseline variant of the Perodua Viva called the Viva 660 BX manual. The following are the specifications (or rather lack of specifications) of the new Perodua Viva 660 BX:
* 660cc DVVT engine 47hp @ 7,200rpm, 58Nm @ 4,400rpm
* No power steering
* No power windows
* No central locking
* No radio
* No reverse sensors
* Unpainted bumpers
* Manual transmission only
* Only available in Ivory White, Ebony Black and Glittering Silver
The cost? RM25,300.00 from Thursday onwards. Also watch out for another update on the Perodua Viva later this week called the Perodua Viva Elite.
The last unit of the Perodua Kancil rolled off Perodua’s production line today. It will be replaced from Thursday onwards by a new baseline variant of the Perodua Viva called the Viva 660 BX manual. The following are the specifications (or rather lack of specifications) of the new Perodua Viva 660 BX:
* 660cc DVVT engine 47hp @ 7,200rpm, 58Nm @ 4,400rpm
* No power steering
* No power windows
* No central locking
* No radio
* No reverse sensors
* Unpainted bumpers
* Manual transmission only
* Only available in Ivory White, Ebony Black and Glittering Silver
The cost? RM25,300.00 from Thursday onwards. Also watch out for another update on the Perodua Viva later this week called the Perodua Viva Elite.
Sunday, September 27, 2009
Heavy Duty Front Seat Cover for PERODUA MYVI
Heavy Duty Front Seat Cover for PERODUA MYVI
SINGLE GREY GENERIC FIT HEAVY DUTY CAR SEAT PROTECTOR TO SUIT FRONT DRIVER OR PASSENGER SIDE PERODUA MYVI . THE ULTIMATE COVER RANGE FOR VERSATILITY AND QUALITY ON THE MARKET TODAY! HEAVY DUTY STRONG, BREATHABLE, TEAR RESISTANT FABRIC. KEEPS YOU COOL IN THE SUMMER AND UNLIKE CHEAPER NYLON COVERS YOU WON'T SWEAT OR STICK TO THESE. BUILT-IN PROVISION FOR HEADRESTRAINTS. FOOD, WATER, DIRT, OIL AND PAINT RESISTANT. EASY WIPE. EASY FIT WITH VELCRO STRAPS TO SECURE IN PLACE. HELPS KEEP SEATS IN PRISTINE CONDITION. OTHER COLOUR OPTIONS AVAILABLE. PLEASE ENQUIRE. (Please note : not suitable for models with seat belts built into headrestraints)
Town & Country have launched a new product range in protective covers. The material used in the manufacture of these seat covers, unlike nylon which cause sweating and sticking to the cover, is made from a high tenacity polyester with a polyurethane backing and totally unique to this product. This material is waterproof and has a weave designed to allow air to circulate more freely between the seat cover and occupant, which leads to reduced sweating and a noticeable cooler feel when exposed to sun. Manufactured to ISO certification to guarantee consistent high quality and give years of service.
SINGLE GREY GENERIC FIT HEAVY DUTY CAR SEAT PROTECTOR TO SUIT FRONT DRIVER OR PASSENGER SIDE PERODUA MYVI . THE ULTIMATE COVER RANGE FOR VERSATILITY AND QUALITY ON THE MARKET TODAY! HEAVY DUTY STRONG, BREATHABLE, TEAR RESISTANT FABRIC. KEEPS YOU COOL IN THE SUMMER AND UNLIKE CHEAPER NYLON COVERS YOU WON'T SWEAT OR STICK TO THESE. BUILT-IN PROVISION FOR HEADRESTRAINTS. FOOD, WATER, DIRT, OIL AND PAINT RESISTANT. EASY WIPE. EASY FIT WITH VELCRO STRAPS TO SECURE IN PLACE. HELPS KEEP SEATS IN PRISTINE CONDITION. OTHER COLOUR OPTIONS AVAILABLE. PLEASE ENQUIRE. (Please note : not suitable for models with seat belts built into headrestraints)
Town & Country have launched a new product range in protective covers. The material used in the manufacture of these seat covers, unlike nylon which cause sweating and sticking to the cover, is made from a high tenacity polyester with a polyurethane backing and totally unique to this product. This material is waterproof and has a weave designed to allow air to circulate more freely between the seat cover and occupant, which leads to reduced sweating and a noticeable cooler feel when exposed to sun. Manufactured to ISO certification to guarantee consistent high quality and give years of service.
Thursday, September 17, 2009
Malaysians Unite for Road Safety
Wednesday, September 16, 2009Publish Post
Publish Post
Malaysians Unite for Road Safety Day 090909
MUFORS is a community project that was set up not only to empower you, the Rakyat, to voice out your thoughts and concerns on road safety in the country but more importantly as a platform for all of us to take a minute to think about how we as road users can do our part to making our roads safer for all.
"Malaysians Unite for Road Safety" Day will fall on 9th September, 2009 (090909). In conjunction with MUFORS 090909, we are calling on all Malaysians to make a pledge on how to reduce accidents and save lives, and to honour these pledges on Wednesday, the 9th of September, 2009 between the hours of 9:00am-to-9:00pm. Our fervent hope is that these pledges honoured over a 12-hour period will transform into a lifetime of change.
Isn't it time we took matters into our own hands? Let's start taking responsibility for our own actions and pledge to save lives, our own and that of others, today. Let Malaysians Unite for Road Safety!
Click here for your support:
http://www.090909.org.my/
"Malaysians Unite for Road Safety" Day will fall on 9th September, 2009 (090909). In conjunction with MUFORS 090909, we are calling on all Malaysians to make a pledge on how to reduce accidents and save lives, and to honour these pledges on Wednesday, the 9th of September, 2009 between the hours of 9:00am-to-9:00pm. Our fervent hope is that these pledges honoured over a 12-hour period will transform into a lifetime of change.
Isn't it time we took matters into our own hands? Let's start taking responsibility for our own actions and pledge to save lives, our own and that of others, today. Let Malaysians Unite for Road Safety!
Click here for your support:
http://www.090909.org.my/
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
Myvi
Perodua Myvi
(Redirected from Perodua MyVi) A pre-2008 facelift Myvi. | |
| Manufacturer | Perodua |
|---|---|
| Production | 2005–present |
| Class | Supermini/subcompact |
| Body style(s) | 5-door hatchback |
| Engine(s) | 1.0 L EJ-VE I3 1.3 L K3-VE I4 |
| Related | Daihatsu Sirion/Boon Toyota Passo |
The Perodua Myvi is a supermini/subcompact hatchback manufactured by Malaysian car maker Perodua since 2005. Based on the second generation Daihatsu Sirion/Boon and Toyota Passo, the Myvi is the result of Perodua's collaboration with both Toyota and Daihatsu. The Myvi is the best selling car for 2006, 2007 and 2008 in Malaysia[citation needed].
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Specifications
Equipment levels
The Myvi was made available in five variations: 1.0SR (5 speed manual), 1.3SX (5 speed manual), 1.3EZ (4 speed auto), 1.3SXi (5 speed manual), and 1.3EZi "Premium" (4 speed auto). A Myvi "Special Edition" was also made available, featuring a bodykit encompassing modified bumpers, sideskirts and a spoiler. The Myvi was also made available with dual airbags and ABS.
Colors available on the Myvi include Ebony Black, Olive Green, Glittering Silver, Ozzy Orange, Classic Gold, Mistique Red, Mocha Silver and Pearl White. The facelift features a new colour range which consist of Medallion Grey, Ivory White, Pearl White, Klasik Gold, Mistik Red, Ebony Black, Caribbean Blue and Glittering Silver.[1] The Perodua Myvi SE is available in Ivory White, Ebony Black, Glittering Siver, Pearl White or a special Tangerine Orange exclusive only for the Myvi SE.[2]
Performance and design
Engine specifications
1.0 L EJ-VE I3
- Electronic fuel injection (EFI) system
- Dynamic Variable Valve Timing (DVVT) system
- Total displacement: 989 cc
- Max output: 43 kW (58.5 PS; 57.7 hp) @ 6000 rpm
- Max torque: 88 N·m (65 lb·ft) @ 3200 rpm
- Fuel tank capacity: 40 L (11 US gal; 9 imp gal)
1.3 L K3-VE I4
- Electronic fuel injection (EFI) system
- Dynamic Variable Valve Timing (DVVT) system
- Total displacement: 1298 cc
- Max. output: 64 kW (87.0 PS; 85.8 hp) @ 6000 rpm
- Max torque: 116 N·m (86 lb·ft) @ 3200 rpm
- Fuel tank capacity: 40 L (11 US gal; 9 imp gal)
The Myvi boasts either one of two water-cooled, four-stroke engines derived from the first generation Daihatsu Sirion: A 1.0 litre EJ-VE engine with three in-line cylinders, or the Toyota Passo: 1.3 litre K3-VE engine with four in-line cylinders; both engines employ Dynamic Variable Valve Timing (DVVT) systems and conventional electronic fuel injection (EFI).
In addition to raw performance, features previously uncommon on Perodua cars were inherited from the Sirion to the Myvi. Among them are 4-hole injectors, foamed urethane injected to the A-pillar, centre pillar and B-pillar for noised insulation, immobiliser systems and pedestrian injury reduction body construction. Other notable features include underbody air flow regulating items, resin intake manifolds and cylinder headcovers integrated with air cleaner cases (for 1.0 engines) and flexible flywheels for reduced vibration during running (for manual transmission).
2008 facelift
On August 22, 2008, an updated Perodua Myvi was launched. The new Myvi features a modified front grille, front bumper, front bonnet, rear bumper, alloy rims, dashboard color, instrument panel design, MP3/WMA player and seat fabric. Its 1.3 Premium model additionally features new UV protection glass, a seat height adjuster, as well as a new audio system with USB and Bluetooth capabilities.[1]
A "Special Edition" of the new Perodua Myvi SE was also launched on October 10, 2008 with a new bumpers, clear taillights, smoked headlights, an amber instrument panel, leather seats, and a 2-DIN Compact Disc player with MP3, WMA, USB and Bluetooth support instead of an integrated unit. It is only available with a 1.3L engine with a manual or automatic transmission.[2]
Reception
The launch of the Perodua Myvi was significant as it marked first time Perodua competed head-to-head with Proton, the first Malaysian national car maker, which would release a similarly classed Proton Savvy.
The Myvi 1.3 beat its rival, the Proton Savvy 1.2, as the "Car of the Year 2005/2006" by Autocar ASEAN, a magazine for car buyers in Malaysia. The Edge Daily, a local financial news media reported that Myvi sales have far surpassed its initial expectations and has been selling extremely well since its rollout in April.
Proton's Savvy, available to the market a few months after the launch of the Myvi, had not affected Myvi sales. Observing the strong demand for the Myvi, it boosted sales of vehicles in the country and Perodua's market share in 2006.
Review
Richard Hammond, a presenter on BBC's Top Gear, took the Perodua Myvi out for a spin[3] , and he seems to be impressed:
"No jokes, this is a good-looking car. But if it looks familiar, that's because this is a Daihatsu Sirion in all but name. You see it costs billions to develop a new car - you design them on computers then build lots of them to crash into walls. So Perodua let someone else do it and spent their money sticking a new badge on it.
But they kept a bit back to spend on styling. Which is why, even though it shares bits and pieces with the Sirion, the Myvi is better looking...
...So under seven grand for a good-looking car, built in a factory shared with Toyota, which handles as well as a Yaris, does nearly 50mpg with a three-year warranty - yes please."
Jeremy Clarkson doesn't like it claiming the brakes, the ride, the seats and the interior are "rubbish". He also humorously suggested that "this is a car you drive with a long face".
Export to Indonesia
The Perodua Myvi is exported to Indonesia and badged as the Daihatsu Sirion since April 2007.[4] The Sirion in Indonesia does not use the global Sirion styling by Daihatsu, but uses Perodua's styling including the interiors, bumpers and lamps. It is only available in 1.3L version with two types of variants. Type-D offers basic spec while Type-M offers Aerokits and leather seats.
Gallery
 Olive green pre-facelift model. |  Facelifted model. |
Kereta Viva
Perodua Viva
| |
| Manufacturer | Perodua |
|---|---|
| Production | 2007–present |
| Class | City car |
| Body style(s) | 5-door hatchback |
| Layout | FF layout |
| Engine(s) | EF-VE (659 cc), ED-VE (847cc), EJ-VE (989 cc) DVVT petrol engine, water-cooled, in-line 3-cylinder, 4-cycle, DOHC. |
| Wheelbase | 2,390 mm (94.1 in) |
| Length | 3,575 mm (140.7 in) |
| Width | 1,475 mm (58.1 in) |
| Height | 1,530 mm (60.2 in) |
| Curb weight | 660 cc - 755 kg (1,664 lb) 850 cc - 765 kg (1,687 lb) 1000 cc Standard SX - 785 kg (1,731 lb) EZ - 790 kg (1,742 lb) 1000 cc Premium SXi - 795 kg (1,753 lb) EZi - 800 kg (1,764 lb) |
| Fuel capacity | 36 L (10 US gal; 8 imp gal) |
| Related | Perodua MyVi Daihatsu Mira |
The Perodua Viva is a city car manufactured by Malaysian automaker Perodua since May 10, 2007. It was originally planned to be the replacement of Perodua's current city cars - the Perodua Kancil and the Perodua Kelisa. Once launched, Perodua decided to market it as a Kelisa replacement only, and will continue to sell the Kancil. The Perodua Viva is based on the 7th generation Daihatsu Mira. All of the Perodua Viva models uses Daihatsu DVVT engines. Only the Premium version comes with dual airbag and ABS.
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Specifications
The Perodua Viva was initially launched with 6 models. They are 660EX manual, 850EX manual, 1.0SX Standard manual, 1.0SXi Premium manual, 1.0EZ Standard automatic and the 1.0EZi Premium automatic. The range was later updated on the 23rd of July 2009 with the Viva Elite manual, Viva Elite automatic and the Viva Elite EZi.[1]
The suspension is typical of small hatchbacks with MacPherson struts in front located by an L-shaped lower arm. At the rear, Viva is fitted with a torsion beam axle and trailing arms. The suspension geometry has been optimised for better steering response and ride comfort. The 1000 cc models have power-assisted steering, optional auto transmission and also a front stabilizer. The 660 cc and 850 cc are barebones basic models, devoid of power steering and auto transmission. As the Viva is based on Daihatsu Mira, a kei car, it has a compact exterior dimensions and a small turning radius. It is roomy for its class, with enough room for 4 adults comfortably.
Engines and performance
Viva comes with 3-cylinder engine choices: 660 cc, 850 cc and 1000 cc. They are familiar engines but updated with modern technology such as DVVT (Dynamic Variable Valve Timing) and EFI, and they all have twin overhead camshafts to provide even stronger low-speed pulling power, resulting in fewer gearchanges, yet also manages to increase top end power. Other innovations include a resin port intake manifold and a head cover incorporating an air-cleaner casing.
- EF-VE 660 (659 cc) – 37 kW (50 PS; 50 bhp) at 7200 rpm, 58 N·m (43 lb·ft) at 4400 rpm also used in Daihatsu Hijet
- ED-VE 850 (847 cc) – 39 kW (53 PS; 52 bhp) at 6000 rpm, 76 N·m (56 lb·ft) at 4000 rpm which is developed from the engine that powered the Daihatsu Move
- EJ-VE 1000 (989 cc) – 45 kW (61 PS; 60 bhp) at 6000 rpm, 90 N·m (66 lb·ft) at 3600 rpm also used in some versions of Daihatsu Sirion and Perodua Myvi
Fuel economy varies from 15.1 km/l (42.6 mpg (imp)) for the fully loaded 1000 cc auto version to the very thrifty 18.7 km/l (53 mpg) for the basic 660 cc model. For the 1000 cc manual the 0-100 km/h time is about 12.80 seconds. The engine torque band is not peaky and timing it takes to hit 70 km/h (43 mph) is good. It may be pushed to 130 km/h (81 mph) without much effort. However the engine drones at such speeds. Top speed is around 160 km/h (99 mph).
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