Electropia 2025

Electropia 2025

⚔ A Build-Off That Hits Harder Than You Think.

Enter a battlefield of innovation where wires, boards, and code come alive. Create hardware solutions that push boundaries and redefine what’s possible.

Not just a hackathon—a hardware proving ground. DSATM Bengaluru x PCB CUPID unite India's boldest engineers to craft solutions with speed, skill, and imagination that doesn’t flinch.

The Theme for this hackathon is Disaster Management, your open to build anything aroudn this topic with the resource and the budget we provide! But To ensure a smooth and enjoyable hackathon experience, please review the following contest rules: Rules

Make it real. Make it strong. Make it unforgettable!

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T. VIGNESH

Location: Bengaluru, India.

Position: Assistant Professor, DSATM.

Previous Experience: Assistant Professor,Sri Krishna College of Engineering and Technology.

T. VIGNESH is a passionate academic and robotics researcher specializing in mechatronics, automation, and intelligent systems. With a strong foundation from MIT – Anna University, he combines technical depth with a hands-on approach to teaching. He has guided numerous student teams to national-level achievements including SIH, TCS XR and multiple E-kart & Solar kart competitions. His research contributions include 15+ granted patents, multiple publications, and projects funded over ₹40 lakhs. Vignesh is skilled across CAD modelling, robotics, CNC systems, MATLAB, LabVIEW and embedded controller platforms. He actively drives innovation through real-time robotics applications, automation prototypes and AR/VR system development. Known for his mentorship, he bridges classroom learning with practical engineering outcomes. He continues to inspire students to explore, build and create technology that solves real-world problems.

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Rising above intense competition, the winners presented a hardware solution that combined technical precision with meaningful real-world impact. Their creativity, smart system design, and efficient implementation truly distinguished them from the rest.

🏆 1st Prize "Team-Smartz"

PROJECT TITLE: Smart Multi Disaster Detection and Response System

TEAM MEMBERS:

• Hemanth S

• Khushi S U

• Guruprasad

• Tejas Gowda G J

Creativity: Smart Multi-Disaster Detection and Response System is an intelligent hardware solution designed to detect multiple types of disasters such as fire, gas leaks, floods, and earthquakes in real time. The system uses integrated sensors and automated alerts to ensure rapid response and enhanced safety. It aims to minimize damage and improve emergency preparedness through smart monitoring and timely intervention.

🥈 2nd Prize – Team "Electro Vikasa"

PROJECT TITLE: Post Disaster Human Survivor and Obstacle Detection System

Creativity: Post-Disaster Human Survivor and Obstacle Detection System is an intelligent hardware solution designed to assist rescue teams in locating survivors in disaster-affected areas. Using advanced sensors and detection technologies, it identifies human presence and maps obstacles in real time. The system enhances search efficiency, reduces response time, and improves safety during critical rescue operations.

🥉 3rd Prize – Team "Voltuara"

PROJECT TITLE: Seed -Search Escort & Environmental Defense

Team Members :

• Shriya S

• Ananya M Murthy

• Varsha TM

• Deeksha Ramappa Gani

Creativity: SEED – Search Escort & Environmental Defense is an intelligent response system designed to assist in search operations while monitoring environmental conditions in real time. Equipped with advanced sensors and mobility features, it enhances safety by detecting hazards and guiding rescue efforts efficiently. The system aims to support emergency teams with faster, smarter, and more reliable field operations.

Contest Rules

To ensure a smooth and enjoyable hackathon experience, please review the following contest rules:

Eligibility Requirements

We strive for an inclusive and compliant event open to:

• Teams of 3 to 4 members
• Employees/Interns with PCBCUPID, directly or indirectly, are not eligible.

Requirements on the day of hackathon

All types of hardware projects are welcome! For your entry to be considered, please ensure:

• All team members must check in at the front desk on the event day.
• Only original projects not previously made public are accepted.
• Your submission (at the end of hackathon day) should include: clear documentation, a working demo, project description, images, schematics, and code.
• Submit your project before the announced deadline on the day of the hackathon.
• All components issued for the hackathon must be returned once the event concludes.

High value components / tools / parts are not allowed to be carried by the participants. Things you can carry are (optional) : Soldering Iron, Multimeter, cutter, stripper, hot glue, scissor, cardboard, battery (less than 3.7v 1000mAh), MicroSD card, magnets, power cables, USB cables. Additionally we highly recommended you to get your Laptop, phones or tablet for programming the microcontroller or controlling it.

Communication & Support

• Dedicated channels are available for questions and assistance throughout the event.
• Organizers PCBCUPID and DSATM are committed to prompt support and guidance.
• Active and open communication is encouraged to foster a collaborative community.

Rights & Ownership

• Participants retain full ownership of their projects. But the projects codes, schematic and other presentation will be shared in public domain (open sourced) on PCBCUPID website and Github.
• By participating in the event, participants grant the organizers a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use submissions for promotional and educational purposes.
• Organizers reserve the right to enforce the contest rules. By registering and submitting, you agree to all terms and policies stated here, ensuring a fair and transparent process.

Arduino IDE SetUp

👉 Click Here: Arduino IDE Installation

👉 Click Here: Setup Guide on PCBCUPID

Components List

Hackathon Theme

In this 07-hour hackathon:

1️⃣ Each team will receive a fixed budget of ₹1500.

2️⃣ Procure all your components exclusively as per the reference given: link .

3️⃣ Design and build a functional, innovative project using only those components.

5️⃣ Showcase your creativity, smart planning, and technical skills — all within real-world constraints.

Choose boldly, design cleverly, and build something remarkable.

Schedule & Key Timelines

Will be updated shortly!

Notes:

• Teams must finalize and submit their component list before 01st December 5PM.
• All final project work must be completed by the alloted time.

Team Guidelines

• Team size: 3 to 4 members per team.

• Solo participation: Not allowed — teamwork is essential for this hackathon.

• Teams must strictly adhere to the budget allocated for component procurement.

• All components issued for the hackathon must be returned once the event concludes.

• If you’d like to keep the projects or components after the hackathon, you can purchase them by paying the equivalent amount in real currency for the virtual credits you used.

• Please ensure while ordering, you include your team number when placing your order for smooth processing.

• Each team is responsible for managing and using their own components throughout the hackathon.

• All project work must be completed on-site during hackathon hours no pre-built solutions or external work allowed.

• Teams must maintain a collaborative, respectful, and positive atmosphere at all times.

• Final deliverables, including the prototype/demo and presentation, must be ready before the judgment.

Description of Judging Criteria

Virtual Currency Mapping – Budget Utilization

Each team will receive a virtual budget of ₹1500 to "purchase" components and materials for their project. They can spend up to ₹1500.To promote strategic budgeting, teams will earn points based on how much of the budget they save, as per the following scale:

Spend wisely, and save smart to earn extra points!

Presentation & Documentation – Judging Criteria

Presentation: Teams are free to present their project in any format they choose — get as creative as you like!

Documentation (To be submitted in Word or google docs format via the provided drive link):

📌 Note: Well-organized and complete documentation will contribute significantly to your score. Upload it in Word or google docs format using the Drive link provided

Submission Details

• All teams must submit their final deliverables before juding.

• Project prototype/demo (ready to be showcased to judges).

• Teams will present their projects live during the demo

• Late submissions will not be accepted under any circumstances.

Code of Conduct & Ethics

• All participants must maintain a respectful and inclusive environment throughout the event.

• Collaboration within your team is strongly encouraged, but cross-team sharing of solutions or components is not allowed.

• Plagiarism or using pre-built projects is strictly prohibited. All work must be original and completed during the hackathon.

• Follow all safety protocols when handling electronic components and equipment.

• Any form of harassment, discrimination, or inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated and may lead to instant disqualification.

• Decisions by the organizing team and judges are final and must be respected.

Judging Criteria

Each team will be evaluated based on the following categories.

We wish you the best of luck and look forward to seeing your amazing creations.