Codeblaze Hackathon - Company-Specific Problem Statements
BB Leads
BB01: Design a pseudonymous chat application where user can chat without
revealing their names. Only admin should know who is the actual person!
BB02: Accessible Banking Services for Specially Disabled People: The goal
is to create a user-friendly interface and communication system that enables
seamless interaction between banking institutions and customers with hearing
and speech impairments. The solution should incorporate features such as
video-based sign language interpretation, visual alerts, and text-based
communication options to facilitate banking transactions, customer support, and
access to financial information, ensuring equal access and inclusion for
Specially Disabled People in the banking sector.
BB03: Create a app or website where the admin can upload a product with a
description and minimum price, maximum price and set a timer where other
users can bid for the product
BB04: Healthcare Resource Management: Develop solutions that optimize
the allocation and utilization of healthcare resources, such as hospital beds,
medical equipment, and personnel, for enhanced efficiency and
cost-effectiveness.
BB05: Create a restaurant website where users can order food and the admin
can get order details, user details and tracking system.
BB06: AI-powered traffic prediction and congestion management: Develop
an AI-powered traffic prediction system that can accurately forecast traffic
congestion and patterns, enabling cities and transportation authorities to
proactively manage traffic flow, reduce congestion, and improve overall
transportation efficiency.
Inunity
IN01: Arecanut farms are currently experiencing a transformative shift in pest
control methods, with the emergence of drone-based solutions for pesticide
spraying at elevated altitudes. However, a significant challenge in this evolving
landscape is the absence of established industry standards regarding the precise
composition of pesticide solutions, such as the percentage of active ingredients
or proper dilution ratios. This lack of standardized guidelines poses a critical
problem for the effective and safe implementation of drone-based pesticide
spraying in arecanut farming. Spraying in undulated areas is still a problem.
IN02: Problem Statement Stakeholder MOU Developing a solution in diagnosis
of pest infected leaves and linking to the KVK web portal to track the status of
pest infections and initiatives of KVK.
IN03: In Dakshina Kannada, frequent wildlife intrusions from animals like
boars and peacocks are causing substantial disruptions to farmers' harvests. The
challenge at hand is to develop a solution that effectively deters these pests
while simultaneously fostering a harmonious coexistence between farmers and
the wildlife.
IN04: Presently, numerous research institutes in the agricultural sector are
actively engaged in developing on-field solutions for the early detection of pest
infections on crop leaves. While contagious pest infections are relatively
straightforward to identify, non-contagious ones present a more complex
challenge. The objective is to minimize the reporting of easily detectable
diseases by farmers to KVK (Krishi Vigyan Kendra) officials and, in turn,
facilitate more efficient, real-time solutions for farmers in the field.
Additionally, this solution should aid the KVK team in tracking the progression
of ongoing diseases in a timely manner.
IN05: Areca nut farms are a major source of water wastage in Dakshina
Kannada, India. According to a study by the University of Agricultural
Sciences, Bengaluru, areca nut plantations consume 1500-2000 liters of water
per tree per year. This amounts to a total of 1.2-1.6 billion liters of water wasted
per year in Dakshina Kannada alone. Water wastage from areca nut farms can
be attributed to a number of factors, including: 1. Inefficient irrigation practices:
Many areca nut farmers use traditional irrigation methods, such as flood
irrigation, which are very inefficient and can result in significant water losses. 2.
Lack of water conservation measures: Most areca nut farms do not have any
water conservation measures in place, such as mulching or drip irrigation. 3.
Monoculture: Areca nut is a monoculture crop, which means that it is grown in
large, single-species plantations. This type of agriculture is very water-intensive
and can lead to soil degradation and water scarcity.
IN06: Farmers in Dakshina Kannada, India, are in need of automated
deweeding solutions that are tailored to their specific needs and can
accommodate various farms. Farmers in the region have marginal land holdings,
which makes it difficult and expensive to hire manual labor for deweeding. As a
result, farmers are looking for affordable and effective automated deweeding
solutions that can help them to reduce their labor costs, improve their
deweeding efficiency, and increase their incomes.
IN07: 33% of the farm produce (horticulture) is wasted at the consumer market
level in Dakshina Kannada, India. This is due to a number of factors, including
the lack of value-added products and the nonexistence of cold storages in
regions like Mangalore.
IN08: Arecanut farms are a major crop in Dakshina Kannada, India, especially
because of the high revenue associated with this crop. However, arecanut
farming has a number of negative impacts, including: 1. Crop diversification:
Arecanut monoculture can lead to soil degradation and water scarcity. Crop
diversification can help to improve soil health and reduce water consumption. 2.
Water percolation: Arecanut trees have a shallow root system, which reduces
water percolation. This can lead to water scarcity and groundwater depletion. 3.
Borewells: Arecanut farmers often rely on borewells to irrigate their crops. This
can lead to overexploitation of groundwater resources. 4. Water flow: Arecanut
farming can alter water flow patterns, which can have a negative impact on
biodiversity and human communities. Can there be alternatives to this that do
not affect the revenue streams of these farmers?
IN09: The number of beedis that reach beedi contractors in Mangalore has
significantly reduced in recent years, as a lot of women have chosen to engage
in other activities instead of beedi rolling. This is a major concern for beedi
rollers who depend on beedi making as their only source of income.
IN10: The agriculture sector is facing a significant challenge due to the shortage
of local labor for harvesting and post-harvest activities. This labor shortage is
leading to increased costs, delays in harvesting, and even crop losses. Explore
the use of appropriate mechanization for harvesting and post-harvest activities
to reduce reliance on manual labor.
IN11: 33% of food from markets are wasted due to lack of cold storage
facilities in the region. Despite subsidised pricing, not many are taking it up.
How might we utilise these produce to create value added gods that have higher
shelf life and can be recirculated in the market? (Opportunities for value added
goods using coconut (powder or chips)
IN12: Lack of crop diverfication in the region is causing water percolation and
will eventually lead to land slides mostly in the case of areca. How might we
make crop diversification economically viable for farmers?
IN13: In an effort to diversify produce, a few progressive farmers have
undertaken dragon fruit, rambutan, and bee farming as other options but lack
market access or lose profits to middlemen. How might we help them reach the
masses without eating away their profits?
IN14: Clay roof tiling is seeing a steady decrese in the Dakshina Kannada
market and lot of the old factories have closed down. Modern architectural
trends often favor sleek, minimalist designs that may not align with the
traditional aesthetic of clay roof tiles. How might we dispel the notion that clay
roof tiles are outdated?
IN15: Dakshina Kannada and India in general has a large majority of small
landholding farmers. Transplantation or drudging is still done manually, causing
higher labour needs or extensive manual hours on the field. How might we
reduce this?
IN16: Women play a significant role in agriculture in Dakshina Kannada, India.
They are involved in various tasks across the agricultural cycle, from planting
and weeding to harvesting and post-harvest processing. However, many of the
agricultural tools and equipment used in the region are not designed for
women's bodies and abilities, making their work more difficult, inefficient, and
even hazardous. How might we solve this?
IN17: The current method of drying fish using coir mats is unhygienic and can
lead to contamination of the fish. Coir mats are often not cleaned properly and
can harbor bacteria, mold, and other contaminants. These contaminants can
make the fish unsafe to eat and can also reduce its quality. Additionally, coir
mats can absorb moisture from the fish, which can make the fish less flavorful
and reduce its shelf life.
IN18: Currently, chickens and fish are fed by hand or with simple timed
feeders. This can lead to overfeeding, underfeeding, and food waste. How might
we best introduce and design demand feeders such that timely dispensing of
food is undertaken with minimal wastage while ebing cost effective for mass
implementation across small scale farms?
IN19: The Dakshina Kannada Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) receives over 1000
samples of plant or crop material annually for virus indexing. However, the
current sample handling and transportation methods pose a significant risk of
contamination and denaturing of the target viruses, leading to inaccurate test
results and potential misdiagnosis of viral infections. Currently they are
transfered in glass boxes with no control on temperature.
IN20: In Chamnagar, a significant amount of areca shells are being discarded
on roadsides, creating an environmental hazard and an eyesore. This waste
disposal practice not only detracts from the visual appeal of the town but also
poses environmental concerns, including potential water contamination and
habitat disruption for local wildlife. How might we repurpose it and convert it
into a valuable resource?
IN21: Effectively delivering pesticides to the roots of plants is a challenge in
agriculture due to the limited penetration of pesticides into the soil. This can
lead to inefficient pesticide application, resulting in wasted resources, potential
harm to non-target organisms, and reduced efficacy in controlling pests and
diseases.
IN22: Effectively delivering pesticides to the roots of plants is a challenge in
agriculture due to the limited penetration of pesticides into the soil. This can
lead to inefficient pesticide application, resulting in wasted resources, potential
harm to non-target organisms, and reduced efficacy in controlling pests and
diseases.
IN23: Mangalore boasts a thriving fishing industry, with a large fishing fleet
and a fish processing sector that generates substantial amounts of fish waste.
Fish waste, often referred to as fish offal or bycatch, is a byproduct of the
fishing industry that can be repurposed into valuable resources. It consists of
various parts of the fish that are not consumed by humans, such as heads, tails,
fins, bones, and internal organs. While this waste was once discarded, it now
holds potential for various applications due to its rich composition of nutrients,
proteins, and minerals.