HackAway – The Ultimate Overnight Hardware + Software Hackathon
Overview: HackAway is an overnight hackathon designed to test creativity, teamwork, and technical expertise. As a flagship event of RoboSaga’26, it challenges participants to think fast, build smarter, and develop impactful solutions in a competitive yet exciting environment. The hackathon promotes innovation through real-world problem solving and hands-on implementation using hardware + software integration.
Why Join Hackaway:
Real-World Challenges – Solve problem statements that test practical engineering and problem-solving skills.
Hardware & Software Innovation – Build interdisciplinary solutions combining coding, electronics, and prototyping.
Intense & Engaging Format – A high-energy overnight event focused on rapid innovation and execution.
Recognition & Networking – Get appreciated for your work and collaborate with like-minded tech enthusiasts.
Exciting Prizes & Goodies – Win rewards, goodies, and bragging rights. (Prize details will be updated soon)
Certificates for All Participants – Every participant receives a certificate of participation.
HackAway Details:
Team Size: 2 to 4 members per team
Mode: Offline (Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra, Ranchi)
Duration: Overnight Hackathon (23 Jan 2026, 7:00 PM – 24 Jan 2026, 2:00 PM)
Problem Statement Release: (To be announced / can be released 12 hours prior)
Format:
Problem statements may include both software + hardware based challenges.
Teams will select/build solutions and demonstrate a working prototype/demo.
Final submission must include a clear explanation of:
Problem Statement
Proposed Solution
Required Hardware (if any)
Software Stack
Implementation + Demo
Rules:
Participants must be present at the venue during the hackathon timeline.
Team members must follow the given team size limits (2–4).
Plagiarism or copying solutions is strictly prohibited and may lead to disqualification.
Necessary hardware components will be provided (but participants may bring their own components if needed).
No accommodation will be provided.
Necessary arrangements regarding food will be provided to all participants.
Any kind of misconduct or disruption will lead to immediate disqualification.
Complete rules and guidelines will be updated soon.
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