IIT Mandi’s Organises Project Demonstration Open House for Young Innovators

IIT Mandi held an Open House to showcase prototypes and models created by second-year B.Tech students for the IC201: Design Practicum course. Know details here 

The Indian Institute of Technology Mandi recently held an Open House to display prototypes and models by second-year B.Tech students from the IC201: Design Practicum course. The event served as a platform for these young innovators to present their projects and entrepreneurial endeavours. The projects were collaboratively developed by teams comprising students from various engineering disciplines, ensuring a diverse and multidisciplinary approach to problem-solving. 

Each team was allocated INR 30,000 to support the creation of their prototypes, under the supervision and expertise of faculty mentors from relevant fields. As a result, a total of 53 projects were presented to various key officials, including:

• Air Force Officers
• Industrial Expert from Medical Instrument Manufacturer
• Industrial Expert from the Automotive Industry
• Medical practitioner from AIIMS Bilaspur
• Experts from start-up incubators/funding agencies

Design Practicum course at IIT Mandi 

The Design Practicum course at IIT Mandi aims to foster entrepreneurship by giving students practical experience in addressing real-world issues. Guided by faculty mentors, students create prototypes and models that solve actual challenges. This year, the projects covered a range of themes including: Ease of Doing, Future Tech, Healthcare, IIT Mandi Community, Indian Armed Forces and Sustainability.

Among the showcased projects, the top three were awarded a grant of Rs. 2.5 lakh each from IIT Mandi Catalyst to further develop their projects and pursue entrepreneurship opportunities. These included:

• Deep Learning-Based 3D Camera
• Aircraft Laser Harmonization
• Ground Inhibition Rig for Aircraft

Commenting on the event, Dr. Atul Dhar, Chairperson, School of School of Mechanical & Materials Engineering, IIT Mandi, said, “The Design Practicum is the stepping stone of the E3 Culture: Engineering and Economics leading to Entrepreneurship. It shows the institute’s commitment towards developing future entrepreneurs. For sure, the 30 patent files in this year’s Design Practicum will lead to excellent entrepreneurial opportunities for the young innovators.”

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