2024 ESTECO Academy video contest

Turn the spotlight on your academic optimization project. And win big.

Just imagine the myriad applications of ESTECO Technology taking shape each day in academia. With over 200 universities using modeFRONTIER in their education programs, engineering students worldwide are creating hundreds of inspiring optimization projects.
The 2024 ESTECO Academy video contest aims to bring this wealth of know-how to light.

How? Create a captivating video showcasing your innovative use of our software – let your creativity shine! Whether it's a groundbreaking prototype, a sustainable solution, or a futuristic concept, we want to see your brilliance on screen.

Are you in? Leverage your optimization project, create a great video and take your place on stage at the 2024 ESTECO International Users’ Meeting.

How it works

Registration

We closed the contest open to graduate, undergraduate students - individuals and teams (max 5 people) - as well as PhD candidates.

Video submissions

You have time until May 15, 2024. We’ll send you instructions on how to create and deliver your 2-5 minute video.

For further information, please Contact us.

Winners announcement

We’ll notify winners by May 20, 2024. The Award ceremony will take place in Trieste, Italy on June 4-5 during the ESTECO UM24.

What we value

A jury comprising experts from industry and academia will evaluate the entries on the basis of these criteria :

  • Complex and advanced engineering design projects.
  • Original methodologies and approach.
  • Innovative design and focus on sustainability.
  • Quality and effectiveness of the video.
  • Teamwork and meaningful collaboration.

What you get

  • 750€ for the best individual entry
  • 1500€ for the best team entry
  • 750€ for the best PhD entry

The best videos will be screened at the ESTECO International Users’ Meeting 2024 before an audience of engineering professionals and industry experts. Make your video-making skills shine!
For further informations go to rules and regulations.

2024 ESTECO Academy video contest: winners announced

We’re thrilled to announce the winners of the ESTECO Academy video contest:
DracoVolans Aerodesign Team of the University of Brasilia and PoliTO Sailing Team from the Polytechnic of Turin. We decided to give two, first Student Team prizes this year: both teams wowed the judges with their exceptional projects, demonstrating a sophisticated and creative use of modeFRONTIER. Their videos not only highlighted their technical expertise but also their ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and compellingly.