SLIoT Challenge 2023
The Department of Computer Science and Engineering, University of Moratuwa hosted the SLIoT Challenge 2023 in collaboration with SLT Mobitel and the Institution of Engineers Sri Lanka (IESL). The annual event provided a platform for undergraduate students across Sri Lanka to showcase their innovative ideas and solutions in the area of Internet of Things (IoT).
The primary goal of the SLIoT Challenge is to raise awareness about IoT and encourage its usage among Sri Lankans. Each year, a theme is announced conveying the problem scenario, fostering imagination, and creativity among participants. The SLIoT Challenge 2023 was held under three categories: school category, undergraduate category, and open category.
The workshops held for both school and university/open categories played a crucial role in preparing participants for the challenges ahead. The school category workshop, held on January 13th at the Rupert Peries Auditorium, University of Moratuwa, attracted over 200 eager students. Topics such as Introduction to Microcontrollers and Introduction to IoT were covered, providing a solid foundation for these budding innovators.
The university and open category workshop, held on February 3rd at the auditorium of SLT Mobitel HQ, engaged more than 100 participants. Discussions ranged from entrepreneurial strategies to the technical aspects of IoT devices, empowering participants with the knowledge to innovate effectively.
The semifinals for the university and open categories, held on February 17th at the Computer Science & Engineering Department of the University of Moratuwa, were a testament to the participants' skills and innovations.
The grand finale was held on March 23rd, 2024 at the Rupert Peries Auditorium, University of Moratuwa, celebrating innovation and creativity. The finalists showcased their projects, highlighting the impact of their solutions in addressing real-world challenges.
Winners by Category:
School Category:
1. Maroons
2. D Robotics and IoT
3. Phoenix
University Category:
1. Hydrolink
2. Impax
3. Hades
Open Category:
1. Energetix
2. Agrifue
3. Rysera
The ideas presented by participants were evaluated based on creativity, value, benefits, technologies, and performance on the event day to choose winners from each category. The competition provided a valuable platform for talented and enthusiastic participants, encouraging innovative solutions in the realm of IoT and Industry 4.0.
