The Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE), Presidency University, Bengaluru, successfully organised the Faraday Day Hackathon – AIVOLTA, themed “AI Applications in Electrical Engineering”, on 30 September 2026 at Presidency University.

The objective of the hackathon was to provide participants with a practical and innovative platform to explore the applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML) and data-driven technologies in addressing real-world challenges in electrical engineering. The event focused on emerging areas such as power system analysis, renewable energy integration, smart grids, power quality, electrical machines, energy management, electric vehicles, battery systems, fault detection, protection and predictive maintenance.

Through hands-on problem-solving, innovative solution development, prototyping and technical presentations, participants gained exposure to AI and ML techniques, Python programming, data analytics, deep learning, the Internet of Things (IoT) and intelligent control technologies. The hackathon also fostered creativity, critical thinking, teamwork, innovation and entrepreneurial skills, while motivating students to develop intelligent solutions to industry-relevant engineering challenges.

Overall, the hackathon served as a valuable platform for promoting innovation and interdisciplinary learning. It encouraged students to explore emerging technologies and prepare for future opportunities in AI-enabled electrical engineering, smart energy systems and Industry 4.0.