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Industry 4.0 Hackathon - May 7 & 8, 2024
HackFactory
Revolutionizing Manufacturing Through Innovation
Welcome to HackFactory! Join us as we dive deep into the heart of Industry 4.0, bridging the gap between academic brilliance and the pressing needs of the industrial world. Organized by the Mälardalen Industrial Technology Center (MITC) and in partnership with Idélab at Mälardalens University, HackFactory is not just an event—it’s a movement towards smart, sustainable manufacturing and innovation.
REGISTER BY 30 APRIL 2024
Dive Into Challenges That Matter
CHALLENGE #01: Business Model for Smart Factory
Sector: Business, Management, Innovation, Manufacturing
The Challenge: The Smart Factory at MITC seeks innovative minds to develop a sustainable business model that ensures financial viability and fosters advancements in smart manufacturing. This model should bridge the gap between theoretical learning and practical application, demonstrating Industry 4.0 in action.
Address Specific Needs: Design strategies that promote technological advancements and a collaborative learning environment.
Sustainable Growth: Develop models that support the Smart Factory’s operation, innovation, and broader impact.
Blueprint for Future Collaborations: Showcase how theoretical knowledge can be transformed into practical, market-ready solutions.
Why It Matters: A comprehensive business model is crucial for the Smart Factory to serve as an innovation hub and attract future academic-industry partnerships.
CHALLENGE #02: Optimization of Machine Layout in Smart Factory
Sector: Design, Simulation, Manufacturing, Engineering, Industrial Design
The Challenge: Innovate the layout of the Smart Factory to integrate a magnetic levitation conveyor belt system efficiently. The goal is to connect various manufacturing machines in a compact, cost-effective manner that supports seamless production flow.
Minimize Conveyor Length: Strategically position machines to reduce the required length of the conveyor belt.
Support Production Flow: Ensure the layout supports efficient transfer times and production processes.
Accommodate Machine Needs: Consider physical constraints and operational needs in the layout design.
Why It Matters: An optimized layout enhances production efficiency and scalability, reducing installation and maintenance expenses.
CHALLENGE #03: Energy Consumption Analysis Dashboard for Manufacturing
Sector: Software, Data Analytics, Data Visualization, Manufacturing
The Challenge: Address the dual challenge of rising energy costs and the need for environmental sustainability in manufacturing. Develop an interactive, data-driven dashboard that offers real-time insights into energy consumption patterns, supporting efficient energy management.
Real-Time Monitoring: Integrate IoT devices for live tracking of energy usage.
Predictive Analytics: Utilize data analytics for energy-saving forecasts and trend analysis.
Sustainability Focus: Help manufacturers reduce operational costs and carbon emissions.
Why It Matters: Enhancing energy efficiency is vital for the manufacturing sector’s competitiveness and commitment to environmental sustainability.
CHALLENGE #04: Solutions for Smart Maintenance in Manufacturing
Sector: Software, Data Analytics, IoT, AI, Hardware, Sensor
The Challenge: Develop solutions that enhance maintenance practices in manufacturing, leveraging Industry 4.0 technologies for smarter, predictive maintenance strategies.
Real-Time Condition Monitoring: Utilize IoT sensors for continuous equipment monitoring.
Predictive Maintenance: Apply machine learning and AI for failure prediction and maintenance scheduling.
Integrated Planning: Ensure maintenance solutions seamlessly integrate with manufacturing systems.
Why It Matters: Smart maintenance solutions are key to ensuring machinery reliability, reducing downtime, and advancing sustainable manufacturing practices.
From idea to prototype, we challenge you to dream, design, and deliver solutions that could revolutionize the manufacturing industry.
Why Participate?
- Showcase Your Talent: Demonstrate your skills to a panel of industry and academic leaders.
- Learn from the Best: Engage with mentors and professionals from the forefront of Industry 4.0.
- Network: Connect with peers, industry experts, and potential collaborators.
- Be Part of the Solution: Contribute to real-world solutions that will shape the future of manufacturing.
- Launch Your Startup: With support from Idélab, transform your project into a viable business.
Who Should Participate?
Students & researchers – Engineering, Business, Design, innovators, entrepreneurs, not stopping anyone passionate about shaping the future of manufacturing.
No matter your background, HackFactory welcomes you.
Event Highlights
Hands-On Challenges: Tackle real-world problems with MITC.
Mentorship: Gain insights and guidance from industry leaders.
Collaboration: Work with a team or fly solo – it’s your call.
Innovation: Utilize cutting-edge tech and methodologies.
Prizes: Win awards that will help kickstart your project into the next phase.
HackFactory is more than a competition; it’s a platform to showcase your innovative solutions to the world. With the power of collaboration, technology, and a dash of creativity, we can engineer a smarter, more sustainable future for the manufacturing industry.
All of the following combinations are welcome to take part:
- Good idea, but no team = welcome!
- Good idea, and with team = welcome!
- No idea but with team = welcome!
- No idea and no team = welcome!
So, regardless of gender or background, if you’re a generalist or a specialist, an arts person or a science person, a tech person or student or professional, or anything else for that matter, you are invited to take part in this Hackfactory.
Join Us!
HackFactory: Engineering the Future of Industry 4.0 invites you to be a part of this exciting journey. Whether you’re a student, a professional, or simply someone with a passion for innovation, your ideas have the power to ignite change.
Registration Form
Day 1: Tuesday, May 7th
9:00 AM: Doors open, registration, and welcome coffee.
9:30 AM – 10:30 AM: Opening ceremony, briefing of challenges, Tour to MITC
10:30 : Quick idea recap by selected idea owners for team formation. Mentor matching.
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Teamwork begins with ideation, planning, and initial development.
12:20 – Short inspiration session.
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM: Lunch break.
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM: Continuation of building with mentor guidance.
3:00 PM – 3:30 PM: Training session on ”Finding Production-Manufacturing Fit and Product Market Fit.”
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM: Teams refine their projects and work on the preparation of their MVP (Minimum Viable Product).
5:00 PM: End of Day 1. Optional networking session for teams and mentors.
Day 2: Wednesday, May 8th
9:00 AM: Start
9:30 AM – 11:30 PM: Teams work on finalizing their MVP and begin preparation for their presentation. Mentor support available.
11:30 PM – 12:00 PM – A pitch training session to help teams prepare for their final presentations.
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM: Lunch break. 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM: Teams practice their pitches and finalize their demonstrators with guidance from mentors and pitch trainers.
2:30 PM – 4:30 PM: Final presentations. Each team presents their solution to the judges and audience.
4:30 PM – 5:00 PM: Closing ceremony with awards.
Praktisk information
- Datum: Tisdag den 7 maj 2024
- Tid: Klockan 09:00 till 17:00 · Lägg till i kalender
- Plats: MITC
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Upplysningar:
Theis event is only for students at Mälardalen Univeristy