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University-Industry Collaboration for Shared Success | Zhongxin Aviation & Shenzhen University of Finance and Economics Return Triumphant from the International Air-Ground Integrated Intelligent Systems Competition

The autumn scenery is delightful, and innovation is in full swing. In this season of harvest, the Zhongxin Hang & Shenxin University-Industry Joint R&D Center celebrated a highlight moment—at the recently concluded 2025 Shenzhen International AI Sanitation Robot Competition and Application Innovation Contest, the air-ground integrated intelligent unmanned system jointly developed by the two parties won third prize in the Scenario Innovation Competition, demonstrating their outstanding capabilities in the research and development of intelligent unmanned systems.

Thorough Preparation: Innovation Blooms Through Hard Work

Several months ago, Zhongxin Hang and Shenzhen Shenxinda began working closely together. In the lab, the R&D team worked day and night to overcome one technical challenge after another; on the training grounds, testers repeatedly fine-tuned and optimized every operational detail. From system architecture to algorithm optimization, and from hardware debugging to scenario simulation, the team has thoroughly prepared for the competition with a scientific and meticulous training plan and a spirit of boldness and determination. This competition is not only a test of technology but also a comprehensive test of teamwork and innovation capabilities.

The Grand Event Begins: Top-Tier Competitions Showcase True Skill

On the morning of November 28, the 2025 Shenzhen International Artificial Intelligence Sanitation Robot Competition officially kicked off. Jointly organized by the Shenzhen Municipal Bureau of Urban Management, the Bureau of Industry and Information Technology, the Bureau of Science and Technology Innovation, the Bureau of Transportation, the Bureau of Small and Medium-Sized Enterprise Services, and the Longgang District Government, this premier industry event brought together the industry’s top teams. Yang Geng, General Manager of Zhongxin Hang and Director of the University-Industry Joint R&D Center for Intelligent Unmanned Systems, was invited to attend the opening ceremony.

Strategic Upgrade: A New Chapter in University-Industry Collaboration

As the signing ceremony began, Zhongxin Hang and Shenxin University held a grand signing ceremony for their strategic university-industry partnership, witnessed by leaders and distinguished guests from various sectors. This marks a new phase in the collaboration between the two parties and will inject greater momentum into the research and development of intelligent unmanned systems. “This signing is not the end, but the beginning of a new journey.”  

A Stunning Debut: Smart Formations Showcase the Allure of Technology

At around 11:00 a.m., the opening ceremony of the competition reached a thrilling moment. The smart disinfection drones, smart unmanned sweepers, air-ground integrated vehicles, and inspection drones—jointly developed by Zhongxin Hang and Shenxin Da—formed a neat formation and passed in review with precision and agility, earning waves of applause from the audience.

Shining on the Competition Stage: Innovative Scenarios Gain Authoritative Recognition

At the competition on the 29th, the Zhongxin Hang & Shenxin Da team delivered an outstanding performance. In the ”Drone Rapid Coverage Inspection + Autonomous Vehicle Precision Disinfection at Designated Points” air-ground coordinated operation, the system responded swiftly and operated with precision; in the ”Aerial Large-Scale Model Precision Identification + Intelligent Vehicle Coordinated Cleaning” task, the technical integration was seamless and execution was highly efficient. The judging panel gave ”high praise” to the Zhongxin Hang–Shenxin University team’s innovative air-ground integrated application scenario.

Central Media Spotlight: Innovative Achievements Draw Widespread Attention

During the competition, CCTV News conducted an exclusive interview on Zhongxin Aviation’s integrated air-ground intelligent unmanned system. Representatives from our company’s team showcased this innovative achievement to a national audience during the live interview.

On the afternoon of the 29th, Zhongxin Hang & Shenxin Da’s air-ground integrated intelligent unmanned system was invited to be exhibited at the Universiade CCTV broadcast area and was interviewed by central media outlets.

Returning with Honors: A Third-Place Award Marks the Journey of Hard Work

At the closing ceremony, when the host announced that the Zhongxin Hang & Shenxin Da team had won third prize in the Scenario Innovation Competition, the entire audience erupted in enthusiastic applause. General Manager Lin Zhengli and Professor Yang Geng took the stage together to accept the award; at that moment, all their hard work and dedication were transformed into the joy of success.

Building the Future Together: The Low-Altitude Economy Opens Up a New Blue Ocean

Promoting Research Through Learning, Empowering Through Research—This is a vivid example of the university-industry collaboration between Zhongxin Hang and Shenxin Dazheng. The success of this competition is not merely about winning an award; it is a comprehensive showcase of innovative capabilities. In the future, both parties will continue to deepen their cooperation, jointly explore new frontiers in the low-altitude economy, inject new momentum into the development of intelligent unmanned systems, and contribute to China’s scientific and technological innovation. Scientific and technological innovation knows no bounds, and university-industry collaboration holds great promise. Zhongxin Aviation and Shenzhen University of Finance & Economics are taking firm strides toward an even brighter future!