3D Printing Challenge

Problem Statement

Participants are given a real-world engineering problem and must design a **functional solution using 3D printing**.

The challenge is to move beyond simply creating a static visual 3D model. Teams must demonstrate how additive manufacturing can be used to create a **practical, functional, and optimized product** capable of resolving real-world mechanical bottlenecks.

Your Challenge

Design and develop a 3D-printed solution for the given engineering problem statement within the allotted challenge period.

The precise dimensional bounds, mechanical load parameters, and weight restrictions will be announced live on the morning of the event to ensure fair, authentic co-creation.

Evaluation Parameters

Jury assessments will evaluate printed prototypes on the following metrics:

• Design Approach: Integrity of the CAD model, structural angles, and geometric optimization.
• Functionality: How effectively the printed part performs the intended physical mechanism.
• Structural Strength: Tolerance to pressure loads and weight stress.
• Material Efficiency: Maximizing load capacity while minimizing infill density and total filament weight.
• Printability: Minimizing support structures and print failure potentials.
• Innovation: Unique mechanical design responses to the dimensions and constraints.

Expected Outputs

Teams must submit:

• 1. CAD / 3D Model: Sliced `.gcode` and source `.stl` files.
• 2. 3D-Printed Prototype: The finalized printed physical part.
• 3. Short Design Explanation: A brief sheet outlining structural decisions and print configuration settings.
• 4. Functional Demonstration: Live testing of the prototype's mechanical load tolerances.