ISRO, STIC, and the Developers & Coders Club of NIT Agartala have joined forces to bring you the Space Exploration Hackathon. This event aims to spark innovation in space technology, challenging participants to create groundbreaking solutions for space exploration.

💼 Problem Statements

Problem Statement 1: Space Mining Optimization

Design a system to optimize space mining operations by considering resource availability, efficiency, and sustainability. Your solution should include a user-friendly interface and a machine learning model to predict optimal mining sites.

Components

Web/App Development: Develop a platform for exploring mining sites, analyzing data, and generating recommendations based on user input.
Machine Learning Model: Build an ML model to predict promising mining sites using various data points.
Integration: Combine the web/app with the ML model for a seamless user experience.

Evaluation Criteria

Accuracy of the ML model
User-friendliness of the interface
System efficiency
Consideration of ethical and environmental factors

Problem Statement 2: Satellite Image Processing and Analysis

Build a platform to process and analyze satellite imagery, extracting valuable insights. The solution should have web and mobile components and use machine learning for advanced image analysis.

Components

Image Acquisition and Preprocessing: Access and enhance satellite imagery.
Feature Extraction and Classification: Identify and categorize image features.
Object Detection and Segmentation: Locate and outline objects of interest.
Change Detection and Visualization: Compare images over time and present results effectively.
Mobile App Development: Create a user-friendly mobile application for accessing and utilizing the platform.
Web Application Development: Develop a web-based platform for interactive map exploration and data visualization.
Machine Learning Integration: Employ ML techniques for image analysis tasks.

Evaluation Criteria

Accuracy of image processing and analysis
User experience
Innovation
Potential impact of the solution

Open Track

The open track is a golden opportunity for participants to showcase their creativity and problem-solving abilities. Here are some potential areas to inspire their projects:

Hardware Hackery

Develop a low-cost satellite or drone prototype.
Create a novel space-themed gadget or wearable.
Build a physical model of a space structure or habitat.

Software Solutions

Develop a space-themed game with innovative mechanics.
Create a virtual reality or augmented reality space exploration experience.
Build a simulation tool for space missions or experiments.

Data Science and AI

Develop a new algorithm for analyzing space data.
Create a machine learning model for predicting space weather or celestial events.
Build a data visualization tool for space exploration data.

🏆 Prizes

1st Prize: INR 20,000 (~ $238)
2nd Prize: INR 15,000 (~ $178)
3rd Prize: INR 10,000 (~ $119)

👥 Teams

Team Size: Teams can consist of 1, 2, or 3 members.
Inter-college Teams: Participants from different colleges are encouraged to form teams.
Team Composition: There are no restrictions on the academic background or year of study of team members.
Team Registration: All team members must be registered for the hackathon to participate.

📅 Key dates to remember

Round 1: 10 August - 16 August, 5 PM IST (Online): Submission of PPT outlining project concept and initial prototype.
Round 2: 20 August - 22 August (Offline at NIT Agartala): Final project implementation and presentation.

We look forward to seeing your innovative solutions and groundbreaking ideas!