ASME TN-NOVATE 2.0

ASME TN-NOVATE 2.0: SDG Innovation Expo 2025 is a platform for engineering students across domains to showcase their sustainability-driven innovations. The event focuses on solutions aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), encouraging young minds to tackle real-world global challenges through creativity, technology, and collaboration.

Participants will get an opportunity to compete for rewards worth 500 USD, gain visibility for their ideas, and network with like-minded innovators, professionals, and experts in the field.

ASME TN-NOVATE 2.0: SDG Innovation Expo 2025

Innovating for a Sustainable Future

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Showcase your sustainability-focused solutions and secure your spot at ASME TN-NOVATE 2.0: SDG Innovation Expo 2025. Don’t miss this opportunity to present your ideas and compete for rewards worth 500 USD!

Registration Link: https://konfhub.com/tnnovate2
Fee: INR 300 per participant

General Information

Event Date: 10th October 2025
Venue: Sri Ramakrishna Institute of Technology, Coimbatore (Hybrid – Offline & Online)
️ Duration: Full-day Expo & Presentations
Reporting Time: 8:30 AM on 10th October 2025

Team Formation

Teams can consist of 1 to 3 members.
Each team must designate a Team Leader to serve as the primary contact.
Team composition must remain the same throughout the event; no replacements are allowed.

Event Format & Process

• Participants will submit and present sustainability-focused innovations aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
• Evaluation will be based on creativity, feasibility, technical execution, impact, and presentation.
• The number of evaluation rounds will be announced during the inauguration.

Project Guidelines

Original Work: All projects must be conceptualized and prepared by the team. Plagiarism or direct copying will result in disqualification.
Resources Allowed: Publicly available datasets, APIs, frameworks, and research references may be used.
AI Usage: AI tools may assist in research or idea validation, but projects must not rely solely on AI-generated content.
Ownership: The work must belong to the presenting team. Proper credit must be given for any third-party resources.

Hardware & Software Requirements

• Hardware Projects: Teams must bring all required components. Organizers will not provide kits/tools.
• Software Projects: Participants may use any programming languages, tools, or platforms. Pre-built templates are not allowed.

Code / Prototype Submission

• For digital/software prototypes, teams must maintain a GitHub/Drive repository to share progress with judges.
• Final submission links must be shared before evaluation.

General Guidelines

• All participants must carry college ID cards for verification.
• Event ID cards must be worn throughout the event.
• Misconduct, damage to property, or violation of rules will lead to disqualification.
• Use of unwanted substances (alcohol, drugs, etc.) is strictly prohibited.
• Jury decisions will be final and binding.

Prizes & Opportunities

Reward Pool: 500 USD (approx. ₹40,000)
Certificates: Yes, for all participants
Networking & Recognition: Opportunity to present ideas to experts and industry professionals.

Judging Criteria

Projects will be evaluated based on:

• Innovation & Uniqueness
• Alignment with SDGs
• Technical Feasibility
• Impact & Sustainability
• Presentation & Communication Skills
• Scalability of the Solution

Presentation

• Teams must present their solution to the judging panel.
• The presentation should highlight problem statement, solution approach, sustainability impact, and future scope.
• Projects that are simplistic or mere modifications of existing solutions will not be accepted.

Internet & Facilities

• Participants are encouraged to bring personal dongles as backup.
• Basic infrastructure support (WiFi, seating, power supply) will be provided.

Code of Conduct

• Respect, inclusivity, and professionalism are mandatory.
• Any harassment, discrimination, or inappropriate behavior will result in immediate disqualification.
• Teams must maintain a collaborative and positive environment.

Penalties

Violation of any rule will result in strict actions, including disqualification, and official communication will be sent to the respective college administration.

Be the change-maker. Innovate for a sustainable tomorrow at ASME TN-NOVATE 2.0!

A flagship initiative of ASME Tamil Nadu Section in collaboration with ASME SRIT Student Section.

Encourages interdisciplinary participation, open to engineers of every domain.

Focused on sustainability, innovation, and SDGs.

Provides a platform to exhibit projects, prototypes, and research solutions.

October 1, 2025

INR 300 Per Head