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S.P.G. Chidambara Nadar C. Nagammal Campus · Virudhunagar
DEPT. OF MECHANICAL · MECHATRONICS · CIVIL ENGINEERING
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TECHNOVA'26
NATIONAL LEVEL SYMPOSIUM 2026
17TH MARCH 2026
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CATEGORY 01
TECHNICAL
7 Events · Engineering Excellence
Paper PresentationIdeathonProject ContestCAD ModellingSurve-XMr.machinistQuiz
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CATEGORY 02
NON TECHNICAL
4 Events · Creative Showcase
ConnectionTreasure HuntShort FilmFree Fire
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⟡ EVENT COORDINATORS ⟡
◈ STUDENT COORDINATORS
M. Karthickeyan
9500256821 / Mech
R. Madhav Eshwar
9489735146 / MTRE
GS. Rishivarma
9080203398 / Civil
◈ STAFF COORDINATORS
Dr. B. Balavairavan
AP / Mech
Mr. A. Ganesan
AP / MTRE
Mr. K. Hariharan
AP / Civil
◈ HEAD OF DEPARTMENTS
Dr. S. Thanga Kasi Rajan / Mech
Dr. K. Kannan / MTRE
Dr. N. Jegan Durai / Civil
◈ PRINCIPAL
Dr. S. Senthil, M.E., Ph.D.,
CATEGORY 01
TECHNICAL EVENTS
7 EVENTS · PUSH YOUR LIMITS
CATEGORY 02
NON-TECHNICAL EVENTS
4 EVENTS · UNLEASH YOUR CREATIVITY
IDEATHON PROBLEM STATEMENTS
SELECT YOUR DEPARTMENT TO VIEW CHALLENGES
⚙️ MECHANICAL & MECHATRONICS
🏗️ CIVIL
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Autonomous Smart Drain Cleaning and Blockage Detection System
◈ PROBLEM STATEMENT
Urban and semi-urban areas face frequent flooding due to clogged drainage systems caused by plastic waste, sludge accumulation, and lack of regular inspection. Manual cleaning exposes workers to hazardous gases and unsafe conditions.
◈ CHALLENGE
Design an autonomous or semi-autonomous robotic system capable of:
Detecting drain blockages
Removing solid waste
Monitoring gas levels and water flow conditions
◈ EXPECTED CONCEPTS
Mechanical waste collection mechanism
Motorized mobility in narrow drains
IoT-based monitoring
Sensors (gas, ultrasonic, vision)
Remote operation or autonomous navigation
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Smart Public Toilet Hygiene Monitoring and Self-Cleaning System
◈ PROBLEM STATEMENT
Public toilets often become unusable due to poor maintenance, water wastage, and lack of real-time monitoring, creating major sanitation challenges.
◈ CHALLENGE
Develop a self-maintaining smart sanitation unit that:
Monitors cleanliness automatically
Performs automated floor/seat cleaning
Optimizes water usage
Alerts authorities when maintenance is required
◈ EXPECTED CONCEPTS
Mechanical cleaning mechanisms
Automated spray and drying systems
Sensor-based contamination detection
Mechatronic control using microcontrollers
IoT dashboard
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Smart Low-Cost Patient Transfer and Lifting Assistance System
◈ PROBLEM STATEMENT
Hospitals and rural healthcare centers face difficulties in safely transferring patients between beds, wheelchairs, and stretchers. Manual lifting causes injuries to caregivers and discomfort to patients.
Interactive Mechatronics-Based Learning Desk for STEM Education
◈ PROBLEM STATEMENT
Many schools lack hands-on learning tools, limiting practical understanding of engineering concepts.
◈ CHALLENGE
Develop a modular smart learning desk that:
Demonstrates mechanical mechanisms interactively
Includes programmable sensors and actuators
Supports multiple STEM experiments
◈ EXPECTED CONCEPTS
Mechanical linkage demonstrations
Plug-and-play electronics modules
Embedded programming interface
AR/visual feedback integration
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Automated Examination Paper Handling and Sorting System
◈ PROBLEM STATEMENT
Manual handling of examination papers causes delays, errors, and security concerns.
◈ CHALLENGE
Develop a system that:
Automatically sorts answer sheets
Counts and organizes papers securely
Tracks movement digitally
◈ EXPECTED CONCEPTS
Conveyor and mechanical sorting system
Optical recognition
Embedded control
Secure data logging
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Cost-Effective Prefabricated Housing for Tribal Communities
◈ CHALLENGE
How might we design cost-effective, prefabricated housing structures for tribal communities in interior forest areas, ensuring durability, environmental sustainability, and easy assembly in remote locations?
2
Automated Water Distribution System for Rural Areas
◈ CHALLENGE
How might we develop an automated water distribution system that ensures 55 LPCD per person, prevents wastage, and reduces electricity usage in rural households?
3
Home-Level Solid Waste and E-Waste Disposal Technology
◈ CHALLENGE
Design a home-level cost-effective safety technology to dispose of solid waste and e-waste without affecting the environment.
4
Extendable Safety Tool for Sanitation Workers
◈ CHALLENGE
How might we design an extendable, adjustable-hand fork for sanitation workers (Thooimai Paniyalargal) in rural areas, allowing them to safely and efficiently separate plastic waste from organic waste while minimizing direct contact and improving safety and comfort?
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Farm Produce Storage Solutions for Small Farmers
◈ CHALLENGE
How might we develop sound, cost-effective storage and warehousing solutions for storing farm produce which can be easily accessed by poorer farmers and can be scaled up to mass production?