How to enter

Get ready to unleash your creativity and put your STEM skills to the test with the EGA Aluminium Design Challenge. Join fellow students for a chance to win prizes, gain hands-on experience, and tackle real-world problems.

Submissions must be made online at https://engineerthefuture.untapcompete.com

Submission guidelines:

A brief description of your entry on the submission page (around 300 words)

  • A brief description of your entry on the submission page (around 300 words).
  • A detailed project portfolio is to be submitted based on the template provided once you create an account on the registration portal. Simply download the portfolio template for your chosen theme. The portfolio must be limited to 15 pages maximum.
  • Project file type options: PDF, or pptx (non-editable format)
  • Upload at least one (but no more than three) visual illustrations. Scanned images of sketches are acceptable. The visual illustration(s) should complement your entry description and can be drawings, photos, charts, or CAD images.

Image and model specifications:

  • File formats: jpg, jpeg, gif, png, stl.
  • Image size should not exceed 2500 x 2500 pixel.
  • Minimum image width is 1000px. Maximum file size 5 MB.
  • 3D models submitted must be submitted in .stl format. In case the file size is bigger than 25 mb, provide a link to an online folder with all permissions.
  • No blank spaces in file name, eg designteam01.jpg.

Video submission specifications:

Every participating team must create a two-minute video of your team explaining your project to supplement your submission. The video can be uploaded in a YouTube account (with private viewing). The mentor or coach of each team must be the rightful owner of the e-mail address registered with the YouTube account for the video submission. Only the e-mail address used to register for the competition can be used. The video must.

  • No longer than two (2) minutes in length.
  • Be submitted in one the formats that YouTube accepts. Any other formats submitted and/or exceeding the time limit will be disqualified.
  • Must be the team members’ original idea. 

 

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