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Carpe Diem
Carpe Diem
Photo and Video Event
Photo and Video Event
To celebrate the vibrant and passionate moments at UKC 2025, this art event invites participants to capture and share meaningful experiences from the conference through photos and videos. Please share the photos and videos with us. The best artwork will be recognized and awarded at the closing ceremony.
Submission Guidelines
Submission Guidelines
AI-generated art will not be accepted.
Photos:
Up to 5 images per participant
Minimum resolution: 1920x1080
Vertical or horizontal.
Up to 10Mb each.
Videos:
Up to 1 video per participant
Reels or Shorts style
Up to 30 seconds in length
Vertical or horizontal format accepted
YouTube link can be submitted for 100Mb+ video.
Contents:
Contents should reflect the spirit of the conference — academic engagement, inspiring interactions, personal reflection, or spontaneous joy.
Submission link: https://forms.gle/qjAisk8Pn7476A7i6
Deadline : Aug. 8, 8pm EDT
Contact : steam.ksea@gmail.com
Prize
Prize
3 participants will win a $150 Delta Domestic Voucher!
Winners will be announced after the event.
2025 Engineering Design Contest
2025 Engineering Design Contest
Theme
Theme
Redesign a unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) for the Mars sample-return mission using TinkerCAD or any other 3D modeling platform.
Objective
Objective
Participants will freely create or redesign a UAV concept suitable for a Mars sample-return mission, rather than being restricted to a reference set. Designs must carefully account for the unique Martian environment, including thin atmosphere, low temperatures, dust storms, and reduced gravity. Designs should logically address specific challenges and constraints of Mars, and present innovative, creative solutions with clear engineering reasoning.
Eligibility
Eligibility
Open to all undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral participants attending UKC 2025.
Design Tool
Design Tool
Participants are encouraged to use TinkerCAD for ease of access, but any 3D design or modeling software is allowed (e.g., Fusion 360, SolidWorks, Onshape, CATIA, etc.).
Submission Requirements
Submission Requirements
Maximum 5-page PDF report (file size limit: 10 MB)
No specific font required, but please ensure clarity and professionalism.
Report must include:
o Snapshot(s) of the 3D model
o Design objectives
o Environmental and mission-specific considerations for Mars
o Rationale for design modifications or solutions to identified challenges
Submission
Submission
Submission Deadline: Sunday, July 20, 2025
Submit your PDF to: it@ksea.org
Cc: Prof. CK Choi at cchoi@mtu.edu; Prof. J. Ryu at jryu@uidaho.edu
Evaluation Criteria
Evaluation Criteria
Geometric Accuracy: Clear and realistic UAV configuration appropriate for Martian operation
Technical Logic: Thoughtful and rational engineering solutions to Martian challenges
Modeling Proficiency: Effective use of any 3D design tools
Creativity & Completion: Innovation, functionality, and design completeness specifically tailored for Mars
Entries will be evaluated within three separate categories:
o Undergraduate students
o Graduate students
o Postdoctoral researchers
Awards & Recognition
Awards & Recognition
Top designs in each category will be recognized at the UKC 2025 conference and may be featured in KSEA newsletters and online platforms.
1st Place: $300
2nd Place: $200
3rd Place: $100
For questions or clarifications, contact: cchoi@mtu.edu
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