Theme
Rural & Urban development/ Manufacturing/ Engineering Technology
Rural & Urban development/ Manufacturing/ Engineering Technology.
Problem Statements
| S.No. | Theme | Problem Statement and Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rural & Urban development/ Manufacturing/ Engineering Technology | How might you develop a cost-effective, time-bound construction model for rural housing schemes? Solve challenges like outdated methods, budget limits, narrow lanes, delays, and quality concerns to benefit beneficiaries. |
| 2 | Rural & Urban development/ Manufacturing/ Engineering Technology | How might we design cost-effective, lightweight, and durable safety equipment for sanitary workers, ensuring comfort and protection for women and the elderly in our state's hot, humid climate? |
| 3 | Rural & Urban development/ Manufacturing/ Engineering Technology | How might we automate rural water supply systems with IoT-based controls, smart metering, and real-time monitoring of tank levels and water quality to ensure equitable, efficient, and sustainable distribution? |
| 4 | Rural & Urban development/ Manufacturing/ Engineering Technology | How might we design an effective safety mechanism using proximity sensors with alarm systems to prevent children from falling into uncovered borewell holes/ open drainage pits, addressing this recurring and critical safety concern? This technology should detect movement within a 1-foot radius of an uncovered borewell and trigger an audible alert, ensuring timely intervention and enhanced safety |
| 5 | Rural & Urban development/ Manufacturing/ Engineering Technology | How might we develop a system to identify water leakage, detect unauthorized connections, prevent illegal water siphoning through motors, and monitor pressure levels at the tail end of the water supply distribution main? |
| 6 | Rural & Urban development/ Manufacturing/ Engineering Technology | How might we design a compact, cost effective device to efficiently clear long sewage canals and remove stagnated water, improving drainage flow and preventing blockages in the sewage system? |
| 7 | Rural & Urban development/ Manufacturing/ Engineering Technology | How might we design a cost-effective device to remotely operate heavy-duty motors at water pumping stations, monitor water levels in overhead tanks (OHT), and ensure efficient operation while also providing timely cleaning notifications and detecting electrical phase imbalances, dry runs, and overload conditions? This device should offer real-time monitoring, automated alerts, and remote control capabilities to enhance operational efficiency and prevent damage. |
| 8 | Rural & Urban development/ Manufacturing/ Engineering Technology | How might we design a system that integrates POS machines with electronic weighing machines at ration shops to ensure the correct weighment of public distribution commodities? This integration would automate billing, ensuring accurate distribution of items like rice, sugar, and wheat. The process can be monitored through a centralized dashboard by the Tamil Nadu Civil Supplies Corporation for transparency and accountability. |
| 9 | Rural & Urban development/ Manufacturing/ Engineering Technology | How might we design a feasible solution to install lightning arresters in explosive areas of fireworks industries, ensuring the safety of workers and the facility while maintaining compliance with industry regulations? The solution should be cost-effective, easy to implement, and capable of minimizing the risk of accidents due to lightning strikes. |
| 10 | Rural & Urban development/ Manufacturing/ Engineering Technology | How might we develop a solution for MSMEs in remote locations effectively track inventory, minimize stockouts, and optimize logistics to ensure timely deliveries? |
| 11 | Rural & Urban development/ Manufacturing/ Engineering Technology | How might we design affordable and effective protective equipment, that can be easily integrated with conventional machinery in small industries to prevent accidents and improve worker safety? |
| 12 | Rural & Urban development/ Manufacturing/ Engineering Technology | How might we develop a mobile app that tracks and displays district-level officials' field visits and inspections with geo-tagging, allowing HODs and district collectors to review work, upload photos, and digitally sign inspection reports using mobile fingerprint/OTP authentication? |
| 13 | Rural & Urban development/ Manufacturing/ Engineering Technology | How might we design and develop low-cost, fully automated machinery for manufacturing Athangudi tiles, enhancing production efficiency, reducing costs, and improving the livelihoods of local entrepreneurs while preserving traditional craftsmanship? |
| 14 | Rural & Urban development/ Manufacturing/ Engineering Technology | How might we design a puncture-proof, abrasion-resistant water or air-filled bag capable of supporting more than 100 kg of animal weight to help elevate downer or pregnant animals, facilitate recovery, and improve their mobility? |