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Concrete Canoe

AquaStruct

Design, construct, and race a canoe made entirely out of concrete.

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Date
October 31 - November 01, 2025
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Team Size
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Registration Fee
โ‚น300
AquaStruct
THEMES & GUIDELINES

Event Themes, Rules, and Instructions

  • โ†’Teams can use:
  • โ†’Concrete: Portland cement-based or blended cement.
  • โ†’Aggregates: Fine aggregates only (for smoother surface and lighter weight).
  • โ†’Reinforcements: Fibers (steel, polymer, glass), meshes, rods, or combinations.
  • โ†’Additives:
  • โ†’Superplasticizers for flowable concrete
  • โ†’Silica fume or fly ash for higher strength and reduced permeability
  • โ†’Polymers (latex, epoxy) for improved toughness and water resistance
  • โ˜…**GUIDELINES** ---
  • โ†’Canoes should be structurally stable and buoyant
  • โ†’Open to creative shapes and aesthetics, but must not exceed max length and weight.
  • โ†’Surface finish and detailing will be part of evaluation.
  • โ†’Lightweight, hollow structures are encouraged for better buoyancy.
RULES & REGULATIONS

Important Guidelines

  • โ†’Team size: Maximum 5 members per team.
  • โ†’All members must be enrolled students of the participating college.
  • โ†’Teams must designate a Team Leader responsible for communication with organizers.
  • โ†’Registration fee: โ‚น 300 / Team
ABSTRACT & DELIVERABLES

What is Expected / Evaluation Criteria

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Evaluation is done based on Design & Creativity, Material Innovation, Surface Finish & Detailing, Structural Integrity & Buoyancy
CONTACT

Have Questions?

Event Coordinator
Civil Dept. Coordinator

Ready to Participate?

Register now and secure your spot in AquaStruct. Limited seats available!