Top 6 Major Project Ideas for (ECE, EEE, ETE, EIE)

 Top 6 Major Project Ideas (ECE, EEE, ETE, EIE)

1) AstroTinker Bot (AB):-

Emandir introduces the captivating theme of "AstroTinker (AT) Bot". This theme revolves around a scenario where a robot is dispatched to a space station, divided into different modules, to rectify any problems that arise. Prompted by wireless alerts from the central hub, the robot navigates through the modules, swiftly locating faulty or missing components. It then communicates the issue to the central hub before heading to the electronics warehouse to perform the necessary repairs.

The core challenge of this theme lies in constructing the AstroTinker Bot from scratch, utilising an FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array) as its powerhouse. Through the FPGA's adept control over sensors and actuators, the robot adeptly traverses the arena, perceives its environment, and drag-drop essential components from the electronics warehouse. Wireless communication serves as the primary means for exchanging vital information with the central hub. By participating in this theme, teams are presented with the opportunity to create a sophisticated CPU architecture using Verilog HDL, unveiling the remarkable parallel processing capabilities offered by FPGAs.

Learnings: FPGA, C, Verilog, CPU Architecture, Build-a-Bot, Parallel Processing, Serial Communication

Implementation: Software + Hardware

System Requirements:

Operating System: Windows 10 or 11 with WSL or Ubuntu 22.04

Processor: more than 4 cores, x86_64 (64-bit x86 Instruction Set)

HDD or SSD Storage space: 30GB or more

RAM: 8GB or more

2) Cosmo Logistic (CL):-

The “Cosmo Logistic” theme of Emandir is set in a warehouse used for inter-planet logistics from a space station. A robotic arm and mobile robot collaborate to sort and prepare packages to be transported to different planets. In this theme, teams will develop an algorithm for sorting packages autonomously with the help of a robotic arm and mobile robot shown in the figure. Teams will learn to navigate this mobile robot with the help of SLAM (simultaneous localization and mapping) method in a warehouse, detect and localise the packages placed on racks, and manipulate the robotic arm to pick them. In stage 1 of the competition, teams will complete this theme in a simulator (Gazebo) and in stage 2, they will get remote access to “Real” hardware present in a “Real” warehouse at IIT Bombay.CL Bot Arm Image

Learnings: Robot Operating System 2 (ROS 2), Gazebo, MoveIt 2, Computer Vision, Git, RViz 2, Nav 2

Implementation: Simulator + Real Industrial Robot (Remote Access)

System Requirements:

Operating System: Ubuntu 22.04 LTS

Processor: eight cores, x86_64 (64-bit x86 Instruction Set)

HDD or SSD Storage space: 50GB or more

RAM: 8GB or more

Dedicated graphics card: preferable

Internet: Minimum speed of 5 Mbps & latency <= 50ms

3) GeoGuide (GG):-

Emandir unveils “Vanguard”, an advanced robotic vehicle, through the theme “GeoGuide”. Guided by the static drone Watchtower, equipped with machine learning algorithms, Vanguard navigates the war-torn arena. Watchtower detects events in real-time, enabling Vanguard to avoid danger zones and adapt to unpredictable alien attacks. With georeferencing techniques, Vanguard understands its position and coordinates with the command centre to strategize against the invaders.

The core focus of this theme is to create an autonomous robot capable of navigating an arena using an overhead camera for guidance. The arena will be designed to mimic a real-world setting, complete with simulated events and accidents that the robot must successfully avoid. By participating in this theme, students will have the opportunity to construct their robot, named "Vanguard," utilising the ESP32 microcontroller. They will delve into the fascinating realms of image processing and machine learning, acquiring valuable skills and knowledge along the way.

Learnings: Machine Learning Algorithms, Image Processing, Remote sensing, GIS, Build-a-Bot, Shortest Path Algorithms, Wireless Communication

Implementation: Software + Hardware

System Requirements:

Operating System: Ubuntu 22 /Windows 11

Processor: x64

HDD or SSD Storage space: 30GB or more

RAM: 8GB or more

4) HoloGlyph Bots (HB):-

Emandir unveils “Hologlyph BotS” in which multiple robots are used for designing the Geoglyphs. Geoglyphs are large designs or motifs that are difficult to see or even identified on the ground but are easily appreciated when seen from the sky. The mysteries of these newly discovered geoglyphs have created a new excitement across the population of humankind! Due to this new hype around geoglyphs, multiple teams of engineering enthusiasts have decided to build robots to create bigger than ever, more intricate than ever and modern versions of geoglyphs. To enable the robots to do more complex and interesting glyphs, the teams will explore an exciting type of mobile locomotion, known as holonomic drive. Through this theme, participants will first need to understand the kinematics of a holonomic drive robot. Then we will design simple controllers to make the bots perform desired motion along curves. We shall first test these concepts in simulation and then move on to experience the fun of implementing this in hardware, which brings its own set of interesting challenges. This is where the team's perseverance will be tested, with challenges like designing and fabricating robust and ergonomic+aesthetic robots, establishing reliable communication between the robots and the computer, implementing localisation using real world (non idealistic) overhead camera and so on.

Learnings:

Concepts Covered: Kinematics of Holonomic Drive Robots, Control & Waypoint navigation, Bot Designing and Building, Image processing.

Tools and Technologies: Robot Operating System 2 (ROS2), Gazebo simulation, Python programming, OpenCV, Fusion 360 (Basic)

Implementation: Simulator + Hardware

System Requirements:

Operating System: Ubuntu 22.04 LTS

Processor: eight cores, x86_64 (64-bit x86 Instruction Set)

HDD or SSD Storage space: 50GB or more

RAM: 8GB or more

Dedicated graphics card: preferable

5) Luminosity Drone (LD):-

As Luminosity Drone explored the alien landscape, it spotted a peculiar reading. The thermal camera detected a faint, fluctuating heat signature emanating from a nearby cave. Luminosity Drone, driven by its programming and an inherent curiosity, glided following the source of these signals. To its astonishment, Luminosity Drone realised that the heat signatures represented a diverse array of lifeforms. Each signature corresponded to a different organism, some larger and more complex, while others were smaller and simpler. Luminosity Drone had stumbled upon a hidden ecosystem, thriving in the depths of the planet. Luminosity Drone continued its mission, exploring other planets and documenting the diverse thermal landscapes they possessed. With each new discovery, Luminosity Drone expanded humanity's understanding of the universe and deepened the collective curiosity about the mysteries that lay beyond Earth. And so, Luminosity Drone the extraordinary drone, armed with its thermal camera and relentless in its pursuit of knowledge, has forever changed the course of humanity's understanding of life in the universe.

Learnings:

Technology Stacks: Drone Building, Control Systems, Position control & Waypoint navigation, Image processing.

Tools and Technologies: Robot Operating System (ROS), Gazebo simulation, Python programming, OpenCV

Implementation: Simulator + Hardware

System Requirements:

Operating System: Ubuntu 22.04 LTS

Processor: i5 8th gen or above / equivalent

HDD or SSD Storage space: 50GB or more

RAM: 8GB or more

6) Lunar Scout (LS):-

Emandir introduces “Lunar Scout”, an omni wheel self-balancing bike robot which is used for patrolling and scouting the lunar colony. The Lunar Scout is no ordinary bike. With its self-balancing technology and auto-steering features, it can effortlessly navigate through the rough and challenging terrain of the moon. It has been deployed as a patrolling scout, tasked with travelling the lunar colony and signalling any potential hazards or emergencies to the command centre. This two-wheeled bike uses rotary steer to maintain balance, allowing it to traverse through steep slopes and uneven surfaces with ease. In this theme, the participants have to build Lunar Scout, while also building up skills in control systems, mathematical modelling, mechanical design, embedded systems and programming. The robot will be required to navigate through a custom-built obstacle course, signalling any potential hazards or emergencies to the command centre. Participants will be judged based on the speed and accuracy of their robot's navigation, as well as its ability to perform various tasks.

Learnings: Robot Simulation (CoppeliaSim), Control Systems, Euler-Lagrangian Mechanics, PID control, Linear Quadratic Regulator, Python Programming, Octave Programming, 3D Designing

Implementation: Simulator + Hardware

System Requirements:

Operating System: Ubuntu 20.04 or Windows 10 and above or macOS

Processor: eight cores, x86_64 (64-bit x86 Instruction Set)

HDD or SSD Storage space: 30GB or more

RAM: 8GB or more

Dedicated graphics card: preferable