Sustainable Electronics for Space Systems

Design a low-power, energy-efficient electronic subsystem for space applications

Objective

Design a low-power, energy-efficient electronic subsystem suitable for space applications (e.g., small satellites, sensor networks, or low-power controllers), with clearly demonstrated sustainability benefits.

Online Phase Deliverables

1
System Architecture Document (PDF) with block diagram, power budget, and component justification
2
Simulation / Prototype Files (Code, power calculations, schematics)
3
Demo Video (2–3 minutes) showing system purpose, power analysis, and sustainability features
4
Final Presentation Deck (PDF) with design summary and power comparison

Finals Deliverables

1
7-minute live pitch with system overview
2
Physical prototype or simulation demo
3
3-minute Q&A session

Technical Requirements

Arduino, STM32, MATLAB, or Python implementation
Power calculation scripts
Schematics or breadboard designs

Primary Use Case

Small satellites, sensor networks, or low-power controllers

Phase 1 – Online Evaluation

Criterion	Weight	Description
Technical Feasibility	25%	Realistic and implementable design
Power Efficiency Gains	25%	Measured or simulated energy savings
Sustainability Explanation	20%	Environmental benefit justification
Demo Quality	15%	Clarity and evidence of implementation
Presentation	15%	Professionalism and time management

Phase 2 – Finals Evaluation

Criterion	Weight	Description
Technical Depth & Feasibility	30%	Ability to defend design decisions during Q&A
Demonstration Quality	25%	Live demo credibility (simulation or hardware)
Power Optimization Proof	20%	Clear understanding of efficiency gains
Sustainability Impact Defense	15%	Ability to explain environmental relevance
Presentation & Communication	10%	Confidence, structure, timing