Opportunity brief
Overview
Hardware Designathon | CAD & PCB Design | KRC Carnival 2026
- Put your engineering creativity and design skills to the test at the Hardware Designathon, presented by Karuyantra Robotics Club (KRC) as part of Elysian 4.0, GGSIPU!
- This on-the-spot design competition challenges participants to transform a problem statement into a practical, innovative, and manufacturable solution within a limited time. Choose your area of expertise and compete in one of two tracks: CAD Designathon or PCB Designathon.
- CAD Designathon: Create a CAD model using software such as SolidWorks, Fusion 360, Onshape or any other software you are used to focusing on design quality, functionality, and manufacturability.
- PCB Designathon: Develop a PCB design using your preferred PCB design software, showcasing your technical understanding and creativity.
- The problem statements will be revealed on the event day, giving every team an equal opportunity to demonstrate its problem-solving abilities. Participants will have 5 hours, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, to complete their designs, followed by a presentation explaining their design approach and decisions.
- Individual Participation is allowed. Each participant may compete in only one track and belong to only one team. AI tools are not permitted for design purposes.
- Judging will be based on aesthetics, manufacturability, and presentation.
Other Details
- Date: 22 October 2026
- Venue: University School of Automation & Robotics, GGSIPU-EDC
- No registration fee.
Bring your ideas to life and let your designs speak for themselves!
*Rules, Goodies and Prize Pool are subjected to change without prior Notice.