In preparation for the xXx. National István Ajtonyi Automation Programming Competition, the Bánki Donát Faculty of Mechanical and Safety Engineering of Obuda University organized an In-House PLC Programming Competition. The event took place on March 19, 2025, with the participation of six teams.
The competition was also supported by Robotaid Magyarország Ltd. Among the participants, two teams entered from the Rejtő Faculty, and one team from the English-language Mechatronics Engineering program.
The competition consisted of a theoretical task and a pre-assigned practical programming challenge. At the end of the event, all team members received Certificates of Participation and gifts. The jury awarded the top three teams with Diplomas and valuable prizes offered by Robotaid Magyarország Ltd.
First place was awarded to the Byte Riders team: Péter Dietrich and Péter Molnár. Second place went to the Rejtő’s Pickled Cucumbers team: Balázs Pethes and Áron Székely. Third place was achieved by the Double L team: Laura Lesták and Levente Emesz.
We warmly congratulate the winners and all participants for their excellent performance! We are confident that the experience gained at the in-house competition will greatly support our team—Laura Lesták, Péter Dietrich, and Levente Emesz (supervised by Ákos Sándor Jányoki)—in achieving success at the xXx. National István Ajtonyi Automation Programming Competition.
We extend our heartfelt congratulations to our colleague, Dr. Edit Ludányi-Laufer, Institute Director and Associate Professor, who received an award in the Outstanding Technological Expertise category on March 13, 2025.
The awards ceremony, now in its third year, was held as part of a joint initiative by IVSZ – Association for Digital Enterprises and the Women in Technology Hungary Association (WiTH). The competition recognized female role models over the age of 40 working in the digital economy, across three categories. The aim of the initiative is to highlight women whose careers can inspire younger generations and career changers alike, thereby supporting the growth of the female workforce in Hungary’s digital sector.
A professional jury of six experts selected the winners based on their outstanding contributions to the visibility and development of the fields of technology, digitalization, IT, infocommunication, telecommunications, and electronics.
At the awards ceremony held at Microsoft Hungary’s headquarters in Budapest on March 13, the jury recognized the following professionals:
Outstanding Technological Expertise Category Dr. Edit Ludányi-Laufer, Obuda University, Institute Director, Associate Professor
Inspiring Leader Category Ágnes Rakó, Partner at KPMG, Co-Head of the Advisory Division
Team Player of the Year Category Éva Fainné Lacsny, Executive Secretary, Inter-Computer, VISZ
IVSZ Special Award: Inspiring Career Changers Ildikó Suplicz, Integration Developer, Customer Facing IT Department, Yettel
WiTH Special Award: Preparing for the Future Adrienn Kajdy, Engineer-IT Specialist and Teacher of Technical Informatics, Budapest Technical Vocational Training Centre Egressy Gábor Bilingual Technical School
Our pride, the restored Ford T-Model, has once again been brought out from the Bánki Faculty’s Council Room after many years to make an appearance at the XXVII. Engineers’ Ball on February 28 at the Corinthia Hotel.
The Ford T-Model was the world’s first mass-produced car. The first unit rolled off the assembly line in 1908, and over the next nearly 20 years, more than 15 million followed. József Galamb, Ford’s chief designer, played a key role in its development. He completed his higher technical studies at the predecessor institution of our Faculty. In tribute to his legacy, our institution’s teachers and students carried out the professional restoration of this 1922 model in the very building where József Galamb once studied.
Engine: Gasoline, inline 4-cylinder Displacement: 2990 cm³ Power: 15 kW (20 hp) Torque: 122 Nm Transmission: Manual Top Speed: 70 km/h Owner: Obuda University
Our spring pasta bridge building in-house competition took place on April 10, 2025. A total of three teams from the Bánki Faculty and one high school team successfully entered with their bridge structures. This time, no teams participated in the load-bearing (truss) category.
The strongest bridge was “Hidasdi”, holding an impressive 163 kg. The second place went to “S.Z.S.Z.”, with a load capacity of 31.3 kg, while the third was “JasonMomoa, Martina”, supporting 21.9 kg.
In the high school category, students from Kölcsey Ferenc High School participated with their bridge named “Jákob”, which withstood 30 kg.
We extend our congratulations to all participating teams! We hope our students will join the next challenge and encourage their peers to take part in pasta bridge building as well.
On behalf of the management of Obuda University allow me to draw your attention to the RECCS World Championship in Pasta Bridge Building, which will be held for the 10th time this year on May 29, 2025, at Obuda University. The competition brings together engineering students from universities and colleges across various countries. At the most recent championship, teams from Brazil, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Germany, Turkey, and Transylvania participated.
The tradition of pasta bridge building competitions spans several decades. Designing and building a strong and beautiful structure is a serious engineering task. Success requires thorough knowledge of statics, computational analysis, material science, and technology, along with creativity, skill, persistence, and strong motivation. Since most teams consist of 2-3 members, teamwork skills are also essential.
The championship follows a well-established set of rules regarding the construction and submission of bridge structures, which are evaluated by a distinguished panel of experts. Participants may enter with bridges made from commercially available dry pasta or homemade pasta consisting solely of flour and eggs. The total weight of the structure, including the load-bearing element, screw, nut, and washer, must not exceed 1 kilogram.
The competition evaluates the load-bearing capacity of the bridges using a specialized testing device. The applied force gradually increases until the bridge breaks. This moment is often spectacular and sometimes accompanied by a loud cracking sound – hence the name “RECCS” (Hungarian for “crack” or “snap”).
As in previous years, we would like to invite you once again to participate in this prestigious event. It would be a great honor for our university if you accepted our invitation!
As in previous years, we would like to include students from Obuda University in the competition. Please join our call so that our teams can compete in this noble challenge!
Participation in the championship is free of charge!
The three strongest bridges will be awarded, along with prizes for aesthetics and innovation. The jury will evaluate structures based on novel construction techniques and aesthetic appearance. Thanks to the generous support of our sponsors, we also aim to provide special awards for outstanding projects, recognizing the exceptional work of talented students.
If the above has inspired you to participate in the exciting challenge of building a pasta bridge, you can find out more about the competition, the rules, and registration on the following website:
For any further inquiries regarding the championship, travel arrangements to Budapest, or any other related matters, please contact: toth.emese@bgk.uni-obuda.hu
Structure Submission: On the competition day between 7:00 and 9:00 AM.
Pre-registration: We only require a team name and a contact email for pre-registration. This helps us estimate the number of participating teams. Thank you! Registration link: https://bgk.uni-obuda.hu/tesztahid-epito-haziverseny/
Entry Requirements
Each team consists of 2 (maximum 3) members; if there are three members, the awarded course points will be divided equally.
A team may enter multiple structures, but only one structure’s score can be counted.
The building rules follow the official regulations of the RECCS Pasta Bridge World Championship, available on their official website (https://reccs.uni-obuda.hu/hu/szabalyok)
Submitted structures will be inspected non-compliant structures can only be tested outside the competition and will not receive points.
Only completed structures can be registered.
Additional Important Information
Load-bearing elements and eye bolts can be purchased at the Student Government Office.
The scoring system will be announced on the day of the competition.
The top three teams in both categories agree to participate in the RECCS World Championship.
The minimum required load capacity varies by category: bridge: minimum 40 kg, beam: minimum 80 kg (Structures below this limit will not receive course points.)
The first Graduation Ceremony of this year was held on Friday, February 21, 2025, at the “ELTE Gömb Aula”. The event commenced with the procession of the board members to the tune of Gaudeamus Igitur. Following the national anthem, József Balogh, Senior Lecturer and Head of the Dean’s Office – serving as the presiding chairman of the ceremony – introduced the members of the board:
Prof. Dr. László Gulácsi – Vice-Rector for Research, Prof. Dr. Zoltán Rajnai – Dean, Dr. Erzsébet Ancza – Associate Professor, Dr. habil Tibor Farkas – Vice-Dean for Education, Dr. Richárd Horváth – Vice-Dean for Research, Lívia Mondics-Kurmay – Director of Education, József Balogh –Head of Dean’s Secreteriat, Zsombor Kovács – President of the Student Council.
Following the welcoming speech by the Vice-Rector, the celebratory speech was given by Dean Zoltán Rajnai. He emphasized that graduates earned a highly respected diploma at the Bánki Faculty, which required dedication and hard work. He highlighted the importance of the strict academic standards, ensuring that the engineers graduating from Bánki are well-prepared for international competition and capable of tackling complex technical challenges.
After the speeches, diplomas were awarded in the following engineering programs: Mechanical Engineering, Military and Security Engineering, Safety Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering.
A total of 156 students received their BSc degrees, while 10 MSc diplomas were handed over by the Dean. In keeping with tradition, after receiving their diplomas, graduates touched the Bánki flag as a sign of respect.
Students who graduated with honors—achieving outstanding results throughout their studies—were recognized. To receive an honors diploma, students had to meet the following criteria: excellent grades in all final exams, a minimum average grade of 3.51and no grades below “satisfactory”.
The following students received an Honorary Diploma alongside their degree:
Milán Kecskeméti – Mechatronics Engineer
Zsombor András Magyari – Mechatronics Engineer
The Faculty Council also awarded the “Outstanding Academic Achievement” certificate and commemorative gifts to top-performing Safety Engineering graduates:
Tamás Barok
Luca Boros
Olivér Borsos
Gábor Tamás Földes
Erik Levente Gáspár
Ákos Olivér Gyirkis
Gergely John
Norbert Komjáti
Petra Kóródi
Krisztián Molnár
Gergely Endre Szabó
Ákos Zoltán Tarnay
Sebestyén Barnabás Thüringer
We congratulate our awarded students and wish them continued success in the future!
Following the awards, the graduates took the Engineer’s vow, traditionally led by one of the honorees. This year, Gábor Tamás Földes had the honor of leading the pledge.
On behalf of the graduating class, Zsombor Kovács, President of the Student Council, delivered a heartfelt farewell speech, wishing the new graduates’ success in their future endeavors.
The graduation ceremony is one of the faculty’s most significant events, also serving as an opportunity to recognize the contributions of faculty members and partners who have supported the institution’s mission.
Dr. Béla András Frigyik – Associate Professor received a Certificate of Recognition for his dedicated work in supporting international students and his outstanding teaching methods.
Dr. Bertold Békési – Lieutenant Colonel, Associate Professor awarded an Honorary Diploma for his long-standing support of the Aerospace Engineering specialization and for strengthening ties between Bánki Faculty and the NKE Faculty of Military Science.
Ferenc Hosszú, honorary associate professor, also received an award. Ferenc Hosszú earned his high school teaching degree in mathematics, physics, and descriptive geometry from the Faculty of Science at ELTE. He began his teaching career in a vocational high school before joining the Bánki Faculty in 1980. From 1996 to 2015, he served as the Head of the Mathematics-Informatics Department.
Although officially retired, he has continued his academic work as a part-time lecturer at the faculty.
He is the author and co-author of numerous mathematics textbooks and study materials. Throughout his career, he has played an active role in organizing and teaching the “Week 0” Mathematics Preparatory Course, designed to support incoming students. He also made significant contributions to the György Hajós Mathematics Competitions, both as an organizer and mentor.
In 2019, the Rector of Obuda University awarded him the title of Honorary Associate Professor in recognition of his dedication and outstanding contributions to education.
This year, as he celebrates 45 years of teaching, we express our heartfelt gratitude for his remarkable and high-quality academic work at the Bánki Faculty and wish him continued good health and happiness.
At this ceremony, we also expressed our gratitude to Associate Professor Dr. Erzsébet Ancza, who served as the Vice Dean for Education at the Bánki Faculty until the end of January. Additionally, the Student Council, representing Bánki students, thanked her for her tireless work in always advocating for the interests of the students under all circumstances and for brightening everyone’s day with a smile as she passed by in the hallways.
Dr. Erzsébet Ancza holds degrees in mechanical engineering and English language teaching. She has advanced-level “C” type language certificates in English and Russian.
She has been teaching in higher education since 1998, first at the University of Debrecen and then, since 2012, at the Bánki Faculty. She has held the position of Vice Dean for Education since 2015. In this role, she coordinated the faculty’s educational activities and oversaw, among other things, faculty accreditation tasks, the work of education-related committees, the demonstrator and mentoring teacher system, and the admission process for international students.
Thanks to her dedicated efforts, the launch of the Bachelor’s program in Energy Engineering became a reality.
With her warm personality and kindness, she always strived for consensus and collaboratively developed solutions in her work. She will not be leaving the Bánki Faculty entirely, as she will continue to contribute to the Faculty’s Research Organization Center.
We wish her good health and many more active years with us, her family, and her two grandchildren!
The faculty also acknowledged two of its long-term industry partners for their continued support and collaboration:
Intertechnika Kft.
The professional relationship between the Bánki Donát Faculty of Mechanical and Safety Engineering and Intertechnika Kft. dates back several decades. Intertechnika Kft. provides both theoretical and practical support in practice-oriented education as well as in scientific research in the fields of welding and thermal cutting technologies.
With this recognition, the faculty would like to express its gratitude for the company’s support and assistance, as well as to strengthen further successful professional cooperation with Managing Director Mr. Béla Alasztics.
Mahr Magyarország Kft.
The professional cooperation between the Bánki Donát Faculty of Mechanical and Safety Engineering and Mahr Magyarország Kft. also spans several decades. Numerous doctoral dissertations, TDK (Scientific Students’ Association) papers, and theses have been completed using Mahr metrology equipment. As part of the student welfare program, the company welcomed student groups for industrial visits, showcasing the diversity and challenges of engineering work. With this recognition, the faculty would like to personally express its gratitude for the support and collaboration to Managing Director Mr. Ferenc Tamás Varga, who earned his engineering degree at Bánki.
To our graduates: may your future be filled with success, happiness, and fulfilment. We hope you’ll always cherish your time at Bánki and maintain strong ties with the faculty. Who knows—perhaps one day, your own company will become one of our partners, or your children may follow in your footsteps as Bánki students.
Special thanks to the Dean’s Office, the Registar’s Office, and the Student Council for organizing this memorable event.
Our first open day of the year attracted nearly 300 students, this time in a renewed format. Instead of just lectures and lab visits, we welcomed interested young people with dedicated booths for each program, similar to the Educatio Exhibition.
On January 23, 2025, the event began at 10:00 AM with an opening speech by Dr. Richárd Horváth, Vice Dean for Research, followed by a presentation from Dániel Trunk, the faculty’s international relations coordinator. Next, Zsombor Kovács, President of the Student Government (HÖK), gave a brief overview of student life.
The following experts introduced the various engineering programs: Dr. Péter Pinke – Mechanical Engineering, Prof. Dr. Pál Michelberger – Security Engineering & Cybersecurity Engineering, Dr. István Nagy – Mechatronics Engineering, Prof. Dr. András Zachár – Energy Engineering.
During and after the presentations, students had the opportunity to talk with faculty members and current students at the booths in the adjacent ceremonial hall. We were delighted to receive many questions from highly engaged and curious young visitors.
Three of our dual training partners were also present:
Grundfos Magyarország Gyártó Ltd.
Linamar Hungary Ltd.
Ferzol Ltd.
At 12:00 PM, students participated in lab visits, including tours of the main workshop, Pneu Labs, the Formula Student base, and the vehicle laboratory.
A huge thank you to our faculty members, students, and staff for their invaluable help in making this open day a success! We also thank all the students who visited us and participated in the event. We hope to see them again in September! 🙂
One of today’s most pressing issues is achieving cybersecurity. This was the central theme of the “Safer Internet Day” event, where Obuda University was also represented in Gödöllő on February 5, 2025. The event’s opening lecture was delivered by Prof. Dr. Zoltán Rajnai, Dean of the Bánki Donát Faculty of Mechanical and Security Engineering, who discussed the psychological effects of digital manipulation and the importance of recognizing deceptive strategies. The Obuda University booth was a great success, featuring interactive demonstrations and expert briefings to promote more conscious internet use.
The event, attended by nearly 500 students, adults, retirees, and cybersecurity experts, aimed to provide participants with a credible overview of internet threats, safe browsing practices, and other risks in cyberspace, along with prevention strategies. The central theme of the event was “The Psychology of Cyber Deception – Manipulation, Emotional Shock, and Instant Decision-Making in the Online Space.”
In his presentation, Prof. Dr. Zoltán Rajnai, Dean of the Bánki Donát Faculty of Mechanical and Security Engineering, explored the psychological effects of digital manipulation, the influence techniques used in online spaces, and their emotional and decision-making consequences. Through practical examples, he helped participants recognize and avoid deceptive strategies, promoting more conscious and safer internet use.
It was highlighted that online fraud, identity theft, phishing, ransomware attacks, and cybercrimes targeting children and the elderly are becoming increasingly common. Young people, in particular, are vulnerable in the digital world, often falling victim to cyberbullying, identity theft, and online exploitation. However, with awareness and caution, these threats can be prevented.
Members of the University’s Professional Delegation included: Prof. Dr. Zoltán Rajnai, Dr. habil. György Eigner, Dean of the Neumann János Faculty of Informatics, Zoltán Márton, Head of the STEAM Office and Director of the Hungarian STEAM Platform, Sándor Kirchhof, IT Project Manager and Software Developer at the STEAM Office and the Hungarian STEAM Platform, who also served as the university’s main liaison and event organizer, Colonel Péter Balogh, representative of the Cyber Academy and member of the Zsámbék Technology Innovation Park under the Rector’s Cabinet of Obuda University, Szandra Anna Laczi, Assistant Lecturer at the Neumann János Faculty of Informatics and leader of a research group.
At the Obuda University booths, faculty members, researchers, and representatives of the Student Governments (HÖK) hosted interactive programs. Visitors had the opportunity to learn about cybersecurity and security engineering programs, research projects, and the Obuda University Cyber Academy.
With the active participation of: Zsombor Kovács, President of the Bánki Donát Faculty of Mechanical and Security Engineering Student Government, Vajk Bence Kiss, Representative of the Bánki Donát Faculty of Mechanical and Security Engineering Student Government, Máté Zöldi, President of the Neumann János Faculty of Informatics Student Government, Krisztián Gyetvai, Representative of the Neumann János Faculty of Informatics Student Government, attendees received detailed information about academic programs, university life, and the role of the student community.
The STEAM Office – Hungarian STEAM Platform also introduced a special program: the “Military Security and Asset Protection in the World of Minecraft” Summer Children’s University Camp. This showcased how security technology challenges can be modeled and simulated within the game environment, which proved especially popular among younger participants.
OBO Bettermann is a German company that has been a key player in the industrial and construction solutions market for decades. Its products are widely used in both industries. The company has an international presence and is renowned for its innovative solutions that focus on quality and sustainability, employing the latest technologies. The group is among the world leaders in electrical installation technology, operating in more than 60 countries and employing close to 4,000 people. Currently, manufacturing activities take place in 9 countries, and the company has over 40 subsidiaries worldwide.
The company’s philosophy centers on quality and sustainability. Quality control stations within the factory ensure that not only speed but also precision is prioritized during production, while significant attention is given to environmental protection. OBO Bettermann is continually working on integrating the latest technological solutions into its manufacturing processes, ensuring that its products and services meet the strictest industry standards.
During our factory visit, we were able to witness all of this firsthand. As part of our mechanical engineering class, we had the opportunity to visit OBO Bettermann’s Hungarian factory. The company began its operations in Hungary in 1993 in Budapest and is now involved in both commercial and manufacturing activities in the country. Since 1996, the Hungarian OBO group, which currently employs about 1,300 people, has been based in an industrial park near Bugyi, a town located approximately 35 km southeast of Budapest.
The factory visit allowed us to personally experience how such a globally renowned and respected company operates, incorporating innovation, quality, and sustainability into its daily work. Upon arrival at the factory, the clean and organized working environment immediately stood out. We were divided into two groups for the tour, which provided us insights into various areas of the factory.
The production lines and industrial equipment were perfectly integrated, with all machines and processes working seamlessly together. The production processes were automated, with precise coordination between production lines that increased production speed without compromising quality. My favorite part of the visit was observing the flawless operation of the automated machines and robots.
The specialists in the factory continuously monitored the machines, and every product underwent thorough quality checks. We also gained insights into their testing laboratory, where they demonstrated various inspection processes. The most fascinating testing process for me was the ip testing for water resistance. I learned about the different water resistance classifications and their requirements.
Overall, the factory visit was an incredibly educational and inspiring experience.
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