Innovative Projects by Young Engineers from Uzbekistan Rewarded in Competition
Sign language gloves, a health screening device, and a drone hunter that ranked in the 'Future Engineers' competition in Uzbekistan were exhibited.
Innovative projects developed by young inventors who ranked in the Kelajak muhandislari competition, organized by the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Innovation of Uzbekistan, were introduced in Tashkent.
Competition and Application Process
A total of 1,925 applications were submitted to the Kelajak muhandislari competition organized by the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Innovation of Uzbekistan. Among the 90 finalists determined as a result of the evaluations, the winners were awarded in Tashkent.
The Glove That Translates Sign Language into Speech
Abduqodir Latifjonov developed the sign language translation glove called ImoVox, which came in second in the Best Idea student category. The prototype tracks finger and hand movements with sensors and converts them into speech with artificial intelligence support.
Device Performing Health Screening in a Short Time
Asadbek Urunov and his team won third place in the Best Project category with a device named Body Tester. The device performs six basic health measurements in approximately 90 seconds and records the results.
Lining Providing Efficiency in Mining
Bekzod Gafforov achieved first place in the Best Invention category with the lining he redesigned for ball mills. It was stated that the new lining extends service life and reduces energy consumption.
Hybrid Unmanned Ground Vehicle BARLOS
Dilmurod Rustamov won second place with BARLOS, which can run on electricity or gasoline. The team continues vehicle production in line with orders and has set future-oriented goals.
Locally Produced Drone Interceptor
Biloliddin Ismailov won first place in the Best Project category with the locally produced drone interceptor Shunqor-8. The system can reach high speeds and intercept targets at long distances.