Objective:
To encourage school students (Grades 9–12) to design a battery-powered autonomous electric vehicle that can follow a marked path and pull a load over a 10-meter distance, integrating concepts of automation, mechanical design, and innovation.
Event Format:
1.Team Composition:
- Team of up to 3-5 students.
2. Vehicle Design Guidelines:
- The vehicle must be autonomous (no remote control).
- It must follow a black line path (2 cm wide) on a white surface.
- The vehicle must pull a 500g weight (provided by organizers) on a sled/cart.
- The vehicle must be powered using DC motors and sensors (no AI, no Bluetooth/WiFi).
3. Specifications:
- Max Vehicle Dimensions: 30 cm (L) × 20 cm (W) × 20 cm (H)
- Max Vehicle Weight: 1.5 kg (including battery, electronics)
- Allowed Components: IR sensors or photodiodes
- Simple microcontroller (e.g., Arduino UNO/Nano)
- DC motors (max 2) & 9V battery max
Not Allowed: Wireless systems, cameras, or kits. Manual control during run
| Criteria | Weightage |
|---|---|
| Path Detection Accuracy | 25% |
| Technical Build & Innovation | 25% |
| Load Pulling Efficiency | 20% |
| Stability & Design Simplicity | 15% |
| Explanation & Teamwork | 15% |
Run Details: Vehicle must start autonomously. Must follow the path while pulling the load for 10 meters.
Outcome: Participants will gain valuable experience in conducting and documenting scientific research, presenting findings clearly, and engaging with an audience. The exhibition will inspire students to channel their creativity toward solving pressing societal challenges and foster a spirit of innovation.
Contact us
| Name | Contact No |
|---|---|
| Keerthivasan | 7812096323 |
| Dr.G.Lawrance, Assistant Professor (Convenor) | 9042342252 |
You can also mail us to: [email protected]