Introduction to MEMBERS of Team - Red Zone:
1.) HARI VARSHNEY
2.) GAURAV KAPOOR
3.) SUMIT THAKUR
4.) CHAITANYA SHARMA (Team Leader)
INTRODUCTION:-
My name is Chaitanya Sharma and I, along with my hackmates, Introducing the Eco Guardian Battery, the next generation of eco-friendly energy storage solutions designed to meet the growing demand for sustainable and efficient power. Engineered with cutting-edge technology, the Eco Guardian Battery offers an unparalleled combination of performance, reliability, and environmental responsibility.
My team, RED-ZONE, consists of four amazing developers: Sumit Thakur, Hari Varshney, Gaurav Kapoor and me. We all are undergraduates and are currently pursuing a Bachelor's in Technology from Dr.Akhilesh Das Gupta Institute of Professional Studies [IPU]. We got to know about Hive while applying for BUILDWITHDELHI Hackathon.
The Problem it Solves:
EcoBattery Guardian addresses several critical issues faced by electric vehicle (EV) owners, fleet managers, and the environment:
1. Battery Health Monitoring
Predictive Maintenance: Allows users to predict battery degradation and schedule maintenance proactively, avoiding unexpected breakdowns and extending battery life.
Performance Insights: Provides detailed insights into battery performance under various conditions, enabling informed decisions about usage patterns.
2. Data Simulation and Analysis
Simulated Data: Offers simulated battery performance data to understand how factors like temperature, voltage, and current affect battery health.
Scenario Planning: Enables users to simulate different usage scenarios to optimize driving habits and charging routines for better performance and extended battery life.
3. Educational Portal
Best Practices: Provides extensive information on best practices for maintaining battery health, including charging tips, optimal usage patterns, and temperature management.
Resource Center: Educates users about the latest advancements in battery technology and sustainability practices.
4. Sustainability and Recycling
Recycling Platform: Connects users with certified recycling Centers and provides guidelines on responsible battery disposal, reducing environmental impact and promoting a circular economy.
Environmental Impact: Educates users about the environmental consequences of improper battery disposal and the benefits of recycling, encouraging sustainable behaviors.
5. User-Friendly Interface
Ease of Use: Designed with a user-friendly interface that simplifies complex data and predictions, making it accessible to users with varying technical knowledge.
Interactive Features: Incorporates interactive elements and clear Visualizations to help users easily interpret data and predictions, enhancing their overall experience.
Challenges we ran into
While developing EcoBattery Guardian, we encountered several challenges:
Data Simulation: Creating realistic simulated data to train the prediction model was complex. We overcame this by using a combination of historical data and domain-specific knowledge to generate accurate simulations.
Model Accuracy: Ensuring the machine learning model's predictions were accurate and reliable required extensive testing and fine-tuning. We used cross-validation and hyperparameter tuning to improve model performance.
Integration with Flask: Integrating the machine learning model with the Flask web application and ensuring smooth communication between the backend and frontend was a hurdle. Thorough debugging and step-by-step testing helped resolve these issues.
User Interface Design: Designing a user-friendly interface that is both informative and intuitive took several iterations. We incorporated user feedback to refine the design.
TECH STACKS:
1.) HTML CSS JAVASCRIPT
2.) SCIKIT-LEARN
3.) PANDAS
4.) NUMPY
5.) SQL
6.) FLASK
LINKS:
Github Repo Link:
https://github.com/sharmachaitanya945/EcoBattery-Guardian
DevFolio Submission Link:
https://devfolio.co/projects/ecobattery-guardian-d45c
Presentation Link:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cgKPcrlt4MyShg8ps7r4QgHlc5TFvDtn/view?usp=sharing
DEMO VIDEO LINK:
Overall Experience of Hackathon:
We had a remarkable experience at the #HackwithDelhi Hackathon! The event exceeded all our expectations, thanks to the impeccable organization and the cooperative nature of the organizers.
From the moment we arrived, everything was seamless. The registration process was smooth, and the event schedule was well-structured, ensuring that we could make the most of every session and activity. The facilities were top-notch, providing us with the perfect environment to focus, collaborate, and innovate.