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Electronics and Communication Engineering TECHNICAL

Reverse Engineering

A hands-on event where teams inspect a disassembled electronic gadget (e.g., remote control, sensor board, toy car circuit), spot parts, trace power tracks, and deduce its purpose.

Format / Team Team (2 to 3 members)
Duration 45 minutes
Venue 📍 Hardware Lab / Classroom

CHALLENGE STAGES

STAGE 1

Stage 1 — Component Spotting

Identify basic components on the PCB like resistors, capacitors, switches, LEDs, and ICs.

STAGE 2

Stage 2 — Tracing the Path

Trace the power lines and basic input and output connections across the board.

STAGE 3

Stage 3 — Function Guess

Write down a short 3-line explanation of what the device does and what each main part is for.

RULES AND REGULATIONS

  • Teams must consist of 2 to 3 members.
  • Mobile phones and external lookup tools are strictly prohibited.
  • Points are awarded for each correctly named component and an accurate guess of the gadget’s purpose.
  • No damaging, breaking, or pulling parts off the provided board.

SCORING AND EVALUATION

  • Points per verified component identified.
  • Accuracy and depth of the functional block diagram explanation.
OFFICIAL CODE & REGULATIONS

GENERAL SYMPOSIUM GUIDELINES

Essential instructions for all registered participants attending VIYUGAM 2K26. Please review carefully to ensure seamless participation.

All participants must bring their own valid college ID cards.

Participants must carry essential articles (pen drive, standees, poster, laptops, prototypes or models) for their respective events.

Participants must abide by the final decision given by the jury panel.

All participants must follow the rules and regulations; any kind of misbehaviour, malpractice, or disruptive behaviour will result in cancellation of participation and immediate disqualification.

Lunch and appetizers will be provided to all registered participants.

Participants must register before the event begins and report to the venue on time.

Event-specific equipment, software, time limits, and participation formats will be announced by coordinators before each round.

Participants are responsible for following the rules and instructions announced before each round.