The Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Paavai Engineering College, in association with Electronics Club and Indian Society for Technical Education (ISTE) organized a One Day Project expo on “TECHNOVA 26 – Mini Project Expo” on 29th October 2026, from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM at Optical Laboratory (M304). The objective of the Project expo to enhance student’s to showcase their technical knowledge, creativity, innovation, and practical skills through mini-project demonstrations.
The presentation of the Vision, Mission, Programme Outcomes (PO1, PO2, PO3. PO4, PO5, PO11), and Programme Educational Objectives (PEO1,PEO2,PEO3) and PSO1,PSO2 of the Department was given by Mr. V Surendar, IV Year ECE-C. The Welcome Address was delivered by Ms. K Praveena, IV Year ECE-B, who warmly welcomed the dignitaries, faculty members, and students to the programme.
The Presidential Address was delivered by Dr. R. Mohanapriya, Associate Professor and Head, Department of ECE, Paavai Engineering College. In her address, she emphasized the significance of online electronics simulation platforms and highlighted their applications in circuit design, programming, and sensor interfacing.
The Keynote Address was delivered by Dr. K. Senathipathi, who delivered the keynote address and motivated students to explore emerging technologies and develop innovative solutions. Students enthusiastically presented their projects based on technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT), Embedded Systems, Robotics, Artificial Intelligence, Wireless Communication, and Automation. The expo encouraged students to apply theoretical concepts to practical applications, enhance their problem-solving abilities, and develop technical and presentation skills. It also promoted teamwork, innovation, and healthy competition among participants. The projects were evaluated based on their innovation, functionality, practical applications, and technical presentation, making the expo an enriching learning experience for all.
The mini projects presented by the ECE students were evaluated by Dr. K. Senathipathi based on three major criteria: Innovation, Presentation, and Viva Voce. The evaluation focused on the students’ creativity, technical knowledge, practical implementation, and ability to explain their project concepts.
- Innovation: Projects were assessed based on the originality of ideas, creativity, uniqueness, technological advancements, and their potential to provide solutions to real-world problems.
- Presentation: Students were evaluated on their ability to explain the project objectives, working principles, design, implementation, and applications clearly and effectively. Clarity of explanation, confidence, and demonstration skills were also considered.
- Viva Voce: Students were assessed on their technical understanding, subject knowledge and ability to answer questions, problem-solving skills, and awareness of the technologies used in their projects.
Overall Evaluation:
The evaluation process helped identify innovative projects and encouraged students to improve their technical knowledge, communication skills, and confidence. The judges appreciated the students’ efforts, creativity, and practical application of engineering concepts.
Dr. M. Premkumar, Principal, Paavai Engineering College, announced the prize winners of the TECHNOVA ’26 Mini Project Expo. The students were recognized and appreciated for their innovation, technical skills, creativity, and project presentations. Cash prizes were awarded to encourage and motivate students to pursue further innovation and technological development.
Prize Winner Details:
| S. No | Team Members | Project Title | Prize | Cash Award |
| 1 | HARIPRASAD.M GURUPRASATH.S.J AKASH.S HARIPRASANTH.M ALI BADUSHA.M | HELEOGRID | I | Rs. 800 |
| 2 | SHARMILADEVI.S PRIYAVARSHINI.C RIFANA.M | SMART IRRIGATION SYSTEMS | II | Rs. 600 |
| 3 | KISHAN RAO.S PRAVEENKUMAR.G JAGADEESH.M JEAGATHEESH.M LOKESH.M | SMART HAIRPIN VECHILE ALERT | III | Rs. 400 |
The prize announcement motivated the participants and appreciated their enthusiasm, hard work, and innovative contributions. The event concluded with encouragement for students to continue exploring new technologies and developing practical solutions to real-world challenges.
The programme concluded with the Vote of Thanks delivered by Mrs. S. Usha, Assistant Professor, Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE), Paavai Engineering College, who expressed her gratitude to the management, principal, Head of the Department, resource persons, faculty members, and students for their valuable contributions and active participation in making the event a success.
The programme was convened by Dr. R. Mohanapriya, Associate Professor and Head, Department of ECE, and coordinated by Mr. S,Vijayakumar, AP/ECE and Mr.S.Vijay Murugan, AP/ECE. The programme included participation of 185 students from the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering. The session was mainly focussed covering the SDG4, SDG9, SDG11 and SDG12.
