PCBWay 9th Project Design Contest
Edge AI & IoT | Robotics | Power | Open Theme | Mechanical
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Overview
Prizes & Rules
Submissions
Discussion
About
Design Without Limits.

The PCBWay 9th Project Design Contest is a global platform for innovators, engineers, makers, and students to showcase their creativity, explore new ideas, and bring their designs to life.

We believe great design has no limits. It can begin with curiosity, inspiration, a technical challenge, or simply the desire to create something new. This year's contest welcomes diverse ideas and encourages participants to explore new possibilities across electronics, hardware, and engineering.

More than just a contest, it's a chance to share designs, exchange knowledge, connect with creators worldwide, and build what you imagine.

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Contest Timeline
Submission Period
Review Period
Results Announcement
Sept. 1, 2026
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Jan. 24, 2027
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Jan. 25, 2027
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Feb. 25, 2027
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Mar. 5, 2027
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Theme
Edge AI & IoT

Dedicated to next-generation connected devices and local intelligence, featuring smart sensors, wireless modules, wearables, edge computing hardware, and intelligent connected systems for smarter applications.

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Robotics

Explore intelligent automation and mechatronics, including autonomous control, motion systems, actuator design, robotic systems, industrial automation, and intelligent mechanisms for efficient and precise operation.

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Power

Empowering hardware innovation through energy management, covering BMS, high-efficiency converters, solar chargers, power circuit design, energy storage solutions, and efficient power systems for diverse applications.

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Open Theme

If your project does not align with any of the specified categories listed above, you may submit your design under the Open Theme category according to your own preference, creativity, and project focus.

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Mechanical

From physical product concepts to precision engineering, this theme covers mechanical structures, mechanisms, 3D/CNC designs, drone chassis, robot frames, custom enclosures, and more.

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Prizes
2 winners
Cash: $1500
Coupon: $100
+ Raspberry Pi 5 8GB *1
The Second Prize
1 winner
Cash: $2000
Coupon: $200
+ NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano Super 8GB Developer Kit *1
The First Prize
3 winners
Cash: $800
Coupon: $50
+ Orange Pi 5 Plus *1
The Third Prize
10 winners
Cash: $100
Coupon: $20 +
$10(3D Printing)
+ Mini Oscilloscope DS211 *1
Popular Design Prize
Raspberry
Pi Pico 2 *1
Participation Award
Rules
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Only original projects created or updated and submitted during the submission period will be considered. Copied or plagiarized works will be disqualified.
2
Participants may submit multiple original projects under any theme. All intellectual property rights remain with the participants, who are responsible for ensuring their entries do not infringe upon any third-party rights.
3
Participants are encouraged to provide complete and well-documented project files, such as PCB, Gerber, BOM, schematic, source code, CAD, and CNC files, as applicable, to help judges better understand and evaluate each project.
4
There are two ways to submit a project: 1. Click "Participate Now" on the contest page; 2. Create a project in the PCBWay Community, click "Submit Project to..." , and select the appropriate contest theme.
5
By submitting a project, participants agree that PCBWay may showcase and promote their projects, including related text, images, and videos, on its website, social media channels, and promotional materials. Proper credit will be given to the project creator.
6
Projects may be submitted individually or as a team.
For team submissions, the prize will be awarded to the designated team leader, who will be responsible for distributing the prize among team members.
7
Projects that contain plagiarized content, violate applicable laws, infringe upon third-party rights, or contain inappropriate or offensive content may be removed and disqualified at the organizers' discretion.
8
Participation rewards are based on the quality and completeness of submitted projects. Only projects meeting the required standards are eligible for the full 600-Bean reward after PCBWay approval. The Beans can be redeemed for a Raspberry Pi Pico 2 in the PCBWay Store.
9
PCBWay reserves the right to interpret, modify, suspend, or cancel the contest rules and event arrangements when necessary.
For inquiries regarding the contest, please contact partner@pcbway.com.
Judges
Atara Byte
Atara Byte
Kutluhan Aktar
Kutluhan Aktar
Marcin Plaza
Marcin Plaza
Aaed Musa
Aaed Musa
Ben Jordan
Ben Jordan
Shawn Hymel
Shawn Hymel
Anson Bao
Anson Bao
Atara Byte
Atara Byte
Electronic engineer, Maker Creator in Electrical Engineering.
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Kutluhan Aktar
Kutluhan Aktar
Independent Researcher | Product, AI, and Software Developer | Maker
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Marcin Plaza
Marcin Plaza
Content Creator and Hardware Engineer at Midjourney.
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Aaed Musa
Aaed Musa
Mechanical engineer and YouTuber with a love for robotics.
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Ben Jordan
Ben Jordan
Principal Systems Architect | High-Speed Digital & AI-Automated Hardware engineer in Quilter | 25+ Yrs Industry Leadership
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Shawn Hymel
Shawn Hymel
Expert Instructor and Creative Course Creator in Embedded Systems, IoT, and Machine Learning, Empowering Tech Communities Through Innovative Education and Engagement.
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Anson Bao
Anson Bao
Electronic Engineer & Head of PCB Design, PCBWay
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Selection Criteria
Project Design 30%
Show us what makes your project stand out. We will evaluate its complexity, creativity, and technical innovation.
Practical Impact 30%
Does your project solve a real problem? We value practical and meaningful projects that address real-world challenges or make everyday life better.
Project Documentation 25%
A great project deserves to be well presented. We will consider the clarity and completeness of your project description, demonstrations, code, and supporting resources. Providing open-source files is also encouraged and will be considered favorably.
Project Popularity 15%
Let the community see what you've built ! Share your project, engage with the community, gather support, and earn votes from fellow makers and engineers.
Submissions
Edge AI & IoT
Robotics
Power
Open Theme
Mechanical
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Discussion
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