PCBway recently announced the winners of its 5th PCB DesignContest

 PCBway recently announced the winners of its 5th PCB DesignContest, which received an overwhelming response with over 350 entries from participants worldwide. This is the highest number of submissions in the history of the contest, showcasing the growing interest in PCB design and its potential applications in various industries.

The contest was held in September 2022, and participants were required to submit their projects, which were then evaluated by a panel of judges based on their quality and content. The competition was fierce, with numerous outstanding submissions, making the selection of the winning entries a challenging task for the jury.

After much deliberation, the winners were finally chosen based on a thorough evaluation of the project's quality and content. The first prize was awarded to MiguelAsd for creating "An introduction to quadrupedrobot models," which won him $1500 cash, a $200 coupon, and a Raspberry Pi 4G. The project provided an overview of quadruped robots, their various designs, and the software and hardware required to build them.

An introduction to quadruped robot models---MiguelAsd

The second prize, which included $1000 cash, a $100 coupon, and a Raspberry Pi 3 B+, was awarded to two participants. The first winner was Positionhigh for creating "MicroDexed-Touch," a portable and compact FM synthesizer based on the Dexed software. The second was Kutluhan Aktar for creating "IoT AI-driven Smart Grocery Cart w/ Edge Impulse," a smart grocery cart that utilizes machine learning to recommend products to users based on their purchasing history.

MicroDexed-Touch---positionhigh

IoT AI-driven Smart Grocery Cart w/ Edge Impulse---Kutluhan Aktar

The third prize, which included $500 cash, a $50 coupon, and an Arduino Uno Rev3, was awarded to three participants. StanleyProjects won for creating "LaserProjector V2 | StanleyProjects.com," a laser projector that can project images and animations onto a surface. Donners won for creating "SPECTRUM ANALYZER WITH STEAMPUNK NIXIE LOOK," a spectrum analyzer with a unique steampunk design. Sergio Ghirardelli won for creating "Green Detect - Wireless Sensor Network Platform," a wireless sensor network platform designed to monitor and detect changes in the environment. You can check all the winners of 5th PCB Design Contest here

LaserProjector V2 | StanleyProjects.com---StanleyProjects

SPECTRUM ANALYZER WITH STEAMPUNK NIXIE LOOK---Donners

Green Detect - Wireless Sensor Network Platform---Sergio Ghirardelli

The winning projects showcased the versatility and innovation of PCB design, with a range of applications from robotics and IoT to audiovisual systems and wireless sensor networks. PCBway's 5th PCB Design Contest not only provided a platform for designers to showcase their skills and creativity but also highlighted the importance of PCB design in various industries.

PCB design is an essential aspect of electronic product development, and PCBway has been a leader in the industry for over a decade. The company offers a wide range of services, including PCB manufacturing, assembly, and prototyping, as well as design and layout services. PCBway's expertise in PCB design has been recognized by numerous awards and accolades, and the company has built a reputation for providing high-quality services to its customers.

The PCBway Design Contest is an excellent opportunity for designers to showcase their work, connect with others in the field, and potentially win prizes that can help them take their projects to the next level. The contest not only provides a platform for designers to showcase their skills but also encourages innovation and creativity in PCB design.

The winning projects in the 5th PCB Design Contest demonstrate the wide range of applications of PCB design. For instance, MiguelAsd's project on quadruped robot models highlights the potential of PCB design in the field of robotics. The project provides an overview of the different designs of quadruped robots and the software and hardware required to build them.

Positionhigh's project on MicroDexed-Touch demonstrates the potential of PCB design in the field of music technology. The portable FM synthesizer based on the Dexed software is a compact and versatile device that can be used in various musical contexts

The third prize was awarded to three winners who impressed the judges with their innovative projects. StanleyProjects won third prize for their LaserProjector V2, which is a laser-based projector that can create stunning images on any surface. The project is an upgrade from their previous version and boasts of improved features such as better laser control and focus, better scanning, and a more compact design.

Donners was another third-prize winner with their SPECTRUM ANALYZER WITH STEAMPUNK NIXIE LOOK project. This project is a modern interpretation of the traditional nixie tube, combined with steampunk elements to create a visually striking design. The project is a fully functional spectrum analyzer with a frequency range of 0 to 6 MHz, making it suitable for audio and radio frequency spectrum analysis.

Sergio Ghirardelli won third prize with their Green Detect - Wireless Sensor Network Platform project. This project is an eco-friendly solution to environmental monitoring, enabling real-time monitoring of temperature, humidity, and other environmental variables. The project uses LoRaWAN technology to send data wirelessly to a central server, making it ideal for remote locations.

All the winners of the 5th PCB Design Contest received cash prizes, coupons, and other prizes such as Raspberry Pi, Arduino Uno, and more. However, the real prize for all participants was the opportunity to showcase their innovative ideas to a global audience and receive feedback from industry experts.

PCBWay has been organizing the PCB Design Contest with the aim of promoting innovation and creativity in the field of electronics. The contest is open to anyone, including students, hobbyists, and professionals, who have a passion for electronics and want to showcase their projects to a global audience.

The contest has grown in popularity over the years, with each edition receiving more entries than the previous one. The 5th edition of the contest saw the highest number of entries in its history, indicating the growing interest in electronics and the desire to innovate and create.

PCBWay is a leading provider of PCB prototype and assembly services, with a mission to provide high-quality products and services to customers worldwide. The company is committed to promoting innovation and creativity in the electronics industry and believes that the PCB Design Contest is a great platform to achieve this goal.

If you're interested in learning more about the winning projects from the 5th PCB Design Contest, you can visit the official PCBWay website to check them out. There, you can find detailed information about each of the winning projects, including project descriptions, photos, and technical specifications. By exploring these projects, you can gain insight into the latest trends in electronics and discover new and exciting ideas for your own projects. Additionally, you can also participate in future PCB Design Contests and contribute to the growth and development of the electronics industry.

PCBWay will continue to organize the PCB Design Contest in the future, providing an excellent platform for electronics enthusiasts to showcase their projects and contribute to the growth and development of the electronics industry.