In the journey of fulfilling the mission of a key national regional university, the University of Danang (UD) has nurtured and contributed numerous outstanding talents to the country. Many of its alumni have achieved success across diverse fields, dedicating their expertise to the advancement of science, education, engineering and technology, as well as economic and socio‑cultural development.

By following the inspiring paths of exemplary UD alumni, the University hopes to motivate and spread positive inspiration to current generations of students encouraging them to take pride, build confidence, and strive for excellence in learning, scientific research, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

Mr. Huynh Phuong Tay, an alumnus of Cohort 04 and former lecturer of the Department of Civil and Industrial Construction at UD-University of Science and Technology (DUT), has recently had the honor of directly participating in NASA’s Artemis II Project of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).

Artemis II is a major NASA mission with the ambitious goal of sending astronauts to orbit the Moon, marking humanity’s return to lunar exploration more than half a century after the historic milestone of 1969.

According to Mr. Huynh Phuong Tay, his role in the project is Senior Structural Engineer, responsible for structural design for a key component of this significant mission.

The engineering challenge requires solving complex structural problems to ensure load-bearing capacity and resistance to vibration while also withstanding extreme heat and potential fire hazards.

The technical requirements involve not only advanced knowledge and cutting‑edge technologies but also strict performance criteria, including: The ability to withstand intense vibrations and dynamic loads during mission operations, particularly under extremely high temperature conditions; High durability and structural integrity under uncertain and abnormal scenarios; Strict safety standards and reliable operational performance with real‑time dependability.

The structural design work undertaken by Mr. Huynh Phuong Tay alone lasted approximately two years (2019 – mid‑2021), meeting the highest standards of durability, stability, safety, and reliability.

Earning such trust and responsibility is the result not only of personal qualities and persistent efforts but also of the strong academic foundation and spirit of continuous learning cultivated during his years of study, research, and teaching at UD-DUT, followed by professional development within international high‑tech organizations.

The contribution of a former student and lecturer from UD-DUT to a mission of global significance such as NASA’s Artemis II represents a great source of pride and inspiration. It also encourages innovation and creativity within the community of UD alumni, lecturers, and students.

This achievement stands as vivid evidence that the educational quality, academic reputation, and long-standing training tradition of UD combined with individual perseverance can lead to international accomplishments within the world’s most advanced engineering and technology ecosystems.

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