IDW '25

 

I4D Contest

Demonstration Contest for College of Technology Students

In the IDW ’25, we are introducing a “I4D Contest” targeting students from colleges of technology (KOSEN). Outstanding demonstrations will be awarded the I4D Best Demonstration Award.

Colleges of Technology (KOSEN)

Colleges of Technology are higher education institutions for junior high school graduates. There are 58 colleges of technology in Japan, and their excellent education system, known as the “KOSEN education system”, has been highly praised domestically and internationally. KOSEN institutions have also been established overseas, including in Mongolia. KOSEN students actively present their research achievements in academic conferences, and their accomplishments in robot contests and programming contests have attracted media attention.
Schedule
Date: December 4, 2025
Place: Lobby, International Conference Center Hiroshima
Hours: Demonstration:   12:30-16:00
Award Ceremony:   17:30-18:00
Contest

(1) Evaluation Method

The judging will be conducted by an I4D Award Committee. The judges will visit the booths during the contest and evaluate them. The explanation to general attendees will also be considered in the evaluation. Voting by general participants will also be conducted, and the results will be considered in the evaluation.

(2) Evaluation Criteria

  • Technical completeness
  • Originality, innovativeness, and superiority over existing technologies
  • Aesthetic beauty and artistic expression
  • Impact on society, public interest, and welfare
  • Entertainment value and playfulness

(3) Award

I4D Best Demonstration Award
This award is given for the most outstanding demonstration.
I4D Recognition Award
This award is given for the impressive and inspiring demonstration.
Teams
  1. Optical Design Engineering Lab., National Institute of Technology, Nagaoka College
  2. Han Lab, International College of Technology, Kanazawa