ASTROCAD ASSEMBLY CHALLENGE
Parallel CAD modelling, space mechanism assembly & kinematic validation.
Kumaraguru SEDS conducts the AstroCAD Assembly Challenge 2026 on 15 October 2026 as a half-day, offline engineering competition. The event tests parallel CAD modelling, design interpretation, assembly discipline, and teamwork through one common space-component assembly problem. Each team consists of two members using separate laptops. Member 1 models Parts A, B, and C, while Member 2 models Parts D, E, and F. After completing the assigned parts, both members collaborate to produce a fully constrained, interference-free final assembly that demonstrates prescribed motion under strict engineering tolerances.
ABOUT THE EVENT
Kumaraguru SEDS conducts the AstroCAD Assembly Challenge 2026 on 15 October 2026 as a half-day, offline engineering competition. The event tests parallel CAD modelling, design interpretation, assembly discipline, and teamwork through one common space-component assembly problem. Each team consists of two members using separate laptops. Member 1 models Parts A, B, and C, while Member 2 models Parts D, E, and F. After completing the assigned parts, both members collaborate to produce a fully constrained, interference-free final assembly that demonstrates prescribed motion under strict engineering tolerances.
All necessary telemetry instructions, workspace desks, power supplies, and competition field infrastructure are maintained and provisioned on-site by Kumaraguru SEDS organizers.
TOPICS & DOMAINS
RULES & GUIDELINES
- RULE 01 Eligibility: Participants must register as a two-member team. Both members must bring separate laptops with approved CAD software pre-installed.
- RULE 02 Common Challenge: Every team receives the same verified reference drawings, dimensions, part allocation, and prescribed motion.
- RULE 03 Part Ownership: Member 1 must model Parts A, B, and C. Member 2 must model Parts D, E, and F. Reassigning principal parts before assembly is prohibited.
- RULE 04 Collaboration: Teammates may discuss dimensions and interfaces, but each member must personally model their assigned parts.
- RULE 05 Assembly: After all six parts are completed, both members collaborate on final integration, joint constraints, and interference elimination.
- RULE 06 External Resources: Internet access, generative tools, pre-built models, external libraries, and communication with outsiders are strictly prohibited.
- RULE 07 Submission Requirements: Six native part files (A–F), one native assembly file with mates, one neutral STEP export, exploded view screenshot, interference result, and motion demonstration.
EVENT TIMELINE
Workstation check, CAD software verification, and desk seating.
Distribution of master dimensioned orthographic drawings for Parts A–F.
Member 1 models Parts A–C; Member 2 models Parts D–F on separate laptops.
Joint file exchange, assembly constraints, and interference checks.
Validation of degrees of freedom, STEP export, and submission packaging.
Motion demonstration, rubric scoring, and prize announcements.
PRIZES & RECOGNITION
1st Place
Winner Certificate + Trophy + Institutional Commendation
2nd Place
Runner-Up Certificate + Medal
3rd Place
Third Place Certificate + Medal
