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About Space Challenge Asia How a difference between Space Challenge Asia and Global Space Challenge? General Space Hackathon is not associated with Space Challenge Asia and should not be mentioned in this FAQ. If you want to encourage former or current Space Commander to participate in your program, you may do so through your own application process, but you cannot present the Space Hackathon Competition as part of your own program. Regional or related events are not permitted. Topic Space Hackathon Competition Space Challenge Asia Goal Encourage participants worldwide to use space-related data to solve challenges presented each year  Encourage participants in Asia to meet, exchange information, and compete in various fields Prizes Winners are invited to participate in space activities and meet scientists  Cash prizes, Certificates and Trophies, depending on the support and sponsors Organization Type A gathering of global space competition organizers, focusing specifically on Hackathons  A network of Space Science and Engineering members in Asia and those interested in competing in Drone Soccer, Flight Sim, Space Shuttle, Drone Programming, and others Geographical Scope Worldwide Specific to the Asian region Award Ceremony Global level awards Regional Asian level and other minor awards Competition Types Focuses on competitions related to space exploration and research  Space-related competitions, plus additional competitions in Flight Sim, Drone Soccer, Drone Programming, Space Shuttle Design Support Directly supported by a major space agency  Supported and donated by Space Commander with interest, private organizations, educational institutions, and government space and aviation entities in Asia and elsewhere Funding Needs Has its own funding from a major space agency  Public support for organization funds, venue rental, staff, travel, or inviting award-winning teams to participate Target Group Developers, scientists, and space enthusiasts worldwide Developers, space enthusiasts, drone and aviation enthusiasts in Asia Membership Selected by the global space challenge organizers  Can apply to be considered based on past event performance or to join as a Space Commander, but some competitive events with prizes may have participation fees to cover competition costs and expenses Participation Cost None Free to join as a Space Commander, but some competitive events with prizes may have participation fees to cover competition costs and expenses Participation Opportunities Opportunity to develop projects with space scientists  Opportunities to develop various skills beyond Hackathon activities Event Date 1st week of October  Oct 3-10, 11-15, 20+ Event Location Your country Hosted in countries like Singapore, Thailand, or Asian member countries, depending on sponsors Network Global network Network focused on the Asian region Language Used Primarily English English with some local languages depending on the event Impact Global impact Impact focused on the Asian region and Global Which Asian countries participate in the Space Challenge Asia? The list of participating countries may vary each year, but typically includes nations from East Asia, Southeast Asia, and South Asia. For the most current list of participating countries, please check our official website or contact the Space Challenge Asia organizers. Are there any Asia-specific challenges in the Space Challenge? We do not have a specific category for Hackathon events within the Asia section, but we encourage participants to submit work from previous hackathons for consideration in the competition Participation and Eligibility How can our country participate in Space Challenge Asia? Once confirmed, you can nominate winning teams from any hackathon event you have organized or identify outstanding teams to participate locally in the Asia-level competition. What are the eligibility criteria for teams we nominate? Nominated teams should:    – Have participated in and been selected as top performers in your Space Hackathon Competition    – Consist of members aged 6-18 years old (divided into appropriate age categories)    – Have created projects that align with the Space Apps Challenge themes and show potential for impact at the Asia level How can we apply to become a member country? If you have experience organizing various hackathon events in your country, you can apply to participate by registering through the “Join Us” menu. Nomination Process What is the procedure for nominating teams?  As a Space Commander, you should:    – Conduct your Space Hackathon Competition    – Select top-performing teams based on the Space Hackathon Competition criteria    – Submit these teams’ projects for consideration in the Space Challenge Asia competition through our official nomination portal (details will be provided to Space Commanders) How many teams can we nominate from our country? Each Member Country can typically nominate up to 3 top teams from their Space Hackathon Competition event. However, this number may vary based on the size of your local event and overall participation. Please confirm the exact number with the Space Challenge Asia organizers. Do we need to organize a separate hackathon for Space Challenge Asia? No, you don’t need to organize a separate event. The nominations for Space Challenge Asia come directly from your Space Hackathon Competition winners. Competition Format What categories of competition does Space Challenge Asia offer?  Space Challenge Asia offers several categories including:     – Drone Programming     – Drone Soccer     – Flight Simulator     – Space Mission Simulator (using Kerbal Space Program)     – Space Challenge Asian Award          Each category has specific age groups and team size requirements. Can teams participate in multiple categories? Generally, we encourage teams to focus on one category to ensure the highest quality of work. However, if a team has exceptional projects in multiple categories, please contact the organizers for guidance. Can teams participate in the Space Challenge Asia Award competition online? The format may vary depending on the current global situation and logistical considerations. While some stages of the competition may be conducted online, there may also be in-person components, especially for final rounds. We strive to make the competition as accessible as possible while maintaining the quality and integrity of the event. How are winners selected for the Space Challenge Asian Award? The selection process typically involves: Initial screening of nominated projects by a panel of experts Evaluation based on criteria such as innovation, feasibility, potential impact, and relevance to Asian contexts Shortlisting of top