RTL3D

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A name plate was attached to the device. This switch is used to automatically switch between the commercial and the backup power supplies based on our lightning nowcasting. Gave an inch to the product for Social Implementation. ∎

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝟰𝘁𝗵 𝗝𝗖𝗖 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴

On 8 June 2026, the Fourth Joint Coordination Committee (JCC) Meeting for the SATREPS international research project was held at the JST Annex Building in Tokyo, Japan.

The event began with opening speeches by Prof. Dr. Zahriladha Zakaria, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research & Innovation) of Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka - UTeM, Prof. Ir. Dr. Vigna Kumaran Ramachandaramurthy, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research & Innovation) of Universiti Tenaga Nasional - UNITEN and Ms. KOMIYA Izumi, Manager, SATREPS Group, Department of International Affairs, Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST).

Project updates and progress were then presented by representatives from each institution: Prof. Takeshi Morimoto from Kindai University, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohd Riduan Ahmad from UTeM, and Assoc. Prof. Ir. Dr. Farah Hani Nordin from UNITEN.

Well done to all presenters for delivering comprehensive and impressive updates. The progress shared reflects significant advancements and remarkable achievements across various research milestones.

At the end of the meeting, representatives from UTeM, UNITEN, Kindai University, JICA, and the project team signed a formal document to reaffirm their commitment to the collaboration.

We would also like to extend our heartfelt appreciation to SATREPS, JICA, MOHE, and all partners and collaborators for their continuous support and participation in the symposium and meeting.

It was indeed a proud moment for UTeM, UNITEN, and Kindai University to come together under this impactful five-year SATREPS project, marking another strong step forward in international research and innovation.

We look forward to the next JCC Meeting next year.

From 31 May to 5 June 2026, the 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗟𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 (𝗜𝗖𝗟𝗣 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲) was held in Sapporo, Japan.

A total of 10 papers from our project were presented at the conference: 4 from Kindai University, 4 from UTeM, and 2 from UNITEN.

Overall, it was a great opportunity for us to share the latest findings from our project with the international community. Congratulations to all participants, especially our team members, for their hard work and commitment in preparing for this conference.

We look forward to more great results and future opportunities to present our work.

𝗦𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗦𝘂𝗿𝘃𝗲𝘆 & 𝗡𝗼𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗠𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗧𝗲𝘀𝘁 – 𝟭𝟰–𝟭𝟱 𝗠𝗮𝘆

On 14 May, our team visited DID Ampang to conduct a site survey for a potential new deployment site in the Klang Valley area. The session began with a meeting alongside representatives from DID Ampang, followed by a detailed site visit to assess the location suitability for our system installation. We would like to express our sincere appreciation to DID Ampang for their warm hospitality and valuable cooperation throughout the visit.

Later that evening, the team proceeded to TM Bukit Gasing for routine battery replacement and maintenance work. Despite the area experiencing frequent lightning strikes, the system continues to operate reliably, successfully securing and recording important data.

On 15 May, the team continued operations at UiTM Shah Alam to carry out a noise measurement test. This assessment is important to ensure the proposed installation area provides suitable environmental conditions for deploying new sensors and maintaining accurate system performance.

Special thanks to the UNITEN students for their dedication and assistance throughout these activities.

𝗟𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗧𝗟 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝗲𝗹𝗮𝗸𝗮, 𝗠𝗮𝗹𝗮𝘆𝘀𝗶𝗮

After several days at the RTL cabin sites in UiTM Jasin and UTeM, we successfully concluded our training on 9 May 2026.

Overall, it was a great and valuable experience for all of us. One of the main highlights of this campaign was the successful triggering of lightning on 3 May, which marked an important achievement during our training here in Melaka.

This campaign also represents the beginning of the RTL campaign in Malaysia, and we look forward to the upcoming RTL training sessions and future collaborations.

A sincere thank you to all participants from UTeM, UNITEN, KINDAI, UiTM Shah Alam, UiTM Jasin, and all other members who joined and contributed to this campaign.

We are thrilled and honoured to announce that our team member, Mr. Uwais, a Ph.D. student in Kindai University, has receiveed the Student Presentation Award at the 104th Conference of the Society of Atmospheric Electricity of Japan (SAEJ).
This award was presented for the poster presentation entitled “Observation of Stepped Leaders from Cloud-to-Ground Lightning Flash Using High-Speed Camera and Electromagnetic Field Measurement Systems”

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I am grateful to SAEJ and to everyone who has supported my work. Receiving this award inspires and motivates me to continue my research in lightning physics and atmospheric electricity.
I hope this recognition will also contribute to the success of the SATREPS project, “Real-Time Lightning 3D Imaging and Forecasting Project for Sustainable and Reliable Supply of Energy and Storm Disaster Early Warning.”
Thank you again for this meaningful award and for the opportunity to be part of such an important project.

𝗦𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗥𝗼𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁-𝗧𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗴𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗟𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝗮𝗹𝗮𝘆𝘀𝗶𝗮

On 3 May 2026, our team successfully triggered lightning at the UTeM Rocket-Triggered Lightning (RTL) site.

This achievement marks a historic milestone as the first successful artificial triggered lightning activity in Malaysia. It is a groundbreaking step forward in bringing this advanced lightning research technology to our country.

This success reflects the dedication, teamwork, and perseverance of everyone involved. It also demonstrates that Malaysia is capable of developing and conducting high-impact research in the field of lightning science and engineering.

A proud moment for RTL-3D Kilat research team.

✨ 𝗥𝗧𝗟 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝗲𝗹𝗮𝗸𝗮, 𝗠𝗮𝗹𝗮𝘆𝘀𝗶𝗮 – 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝟭 ✨

On April 27, 2026, researchers from Kindai University arrived at the RTL site, UiTM Jasin Campus, for the campaign. This is to attempt the first time RTL in Malaysia.

Today, we carried out preparations to test a new rocket developed by UiTM Shah Alam at the site. Overall, the preparation went well.

A big thank you to the participants from UiTM Jasin, UiTM Shah Alam, UTeM, and the students for their support and assistance throughout the preparation.

✨ 𝙃𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙡𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙙𝙖𝙮:
We successfully launched our first rocket! This test launch was an important step to ensure that everything was properly set up and functioning well for RTL. It was an exciting moment and a great milestone before the real action begins. 🚀

More updates coming soon — stay tuned! 😊

𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗱-𝗯𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗥𝗧𝗟 𝗶𝗻 𝗞𝗮𝗻𝗮𝘇𝗮𝘄𝗮! 𝗡𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗽: 𝗠𝗮𝗹𝗮𝘆𝘀𝗶𝗮.
From December 2025 to March 2026, our project successfully conducted its third Rocket-Triggered Lightning (RTL) experiment in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture.

What is RTL? 🚀
It’s a fascinating technique where a small rocket pulls a thin grounded wire up toward a thundercloud to induce lightning strikes at a specific point. Japan has a long history with this technology, boasting over 200 successful trials since 1977.

A New Record! 🏆
This season, thanks to the incredible synergy between our Malaysian and Japanese researchers, we achieved a record-breaking 7 successful RTLs! This improved operational efficiency and teamwork have laid a solid foundation for our next big challenge.

The World’s Lowest-Latitude RTL Experiment 🌏
Now, the project is moving to Malaysia for the next phase. This will be the lowest-latitude RTL experiment ever attempted in the world.

We would like to express our deepest gratitude to everyone who supported us during the Kanazawa experiments.

Stay tuned as we take this mission to the tropics! ⛈️🇲🇾🇯🇵.∎

𝗥𝗼𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗟𝗮𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗱!
Prototype Rocket launchers were installed in the Rocket Triggered Lightning (RTL) sites in UTeM and UiTM Jasin. This is an important milestone for our RTL experiments. The launcher will help rockets pull grounded wire up toward thundercloud. It was made in Malaysia with the basis of the one used by Kindai, yet another outcome of the collaboration between Malaysia and Japan. ∎