Projects for Social Good

Project Name: Let’s find missing child “KHOZO”

Project Overview:

Thousands of children and women go missing every year which destroy half a million lives. With project KHOZO, a missing child and women can return home with the help of stream of artificial intelligence based facial recognition.

  • Model help parents and police department to find missing children or women (reducing manual human efforts).
  • An online service equipped with face detection and recognition along with other information to find missing children or women.
  • Develop a mobile application to find missing children or women, so that public will use it and click pictures wherever they find any suspicious / missing child or women and upload the pictures to the KHOZO server.

Description:

Children are future of the nation whereas women safety is as much needed for nation’s positive growth in all the aspects. The nation where children are not safe and women are in danger all time is in doubt to have good economic as well as social growth. So as, for goodwill of children and women, project KHOZO is aimed to get the missing child or woman back to their home.

With this humble initiative of project KHOZO, any suspicious child or woman can be easily identified and get back to their home without putting much human efforts

  • Parents or Family member of missing child or woman, Police department and the person who spot the missing or suspicious child or women are the major users of the module.
  • The person who spot the suspicious child or woman somewhere will immediately capture the photo as the face of the victim can be easily spotted and upload the captured photo on the KHOZO app or web module.
  • The module will match the uploaded photo with registered one which is provided by either parents or family member of the victim or by the police department where the FIR is registered for missing victim.
  • The module use AI based Facial Recognition algorithm to match the two photos and also it train the feature of the uploaded data of victim photos for matching.
  • The module is available as android app as well as the web module. The administrator of the module handles the data as well as module’s functionalities.

Project Name: Skill gap analysis from Current Job Trends & Job Recommendations

Project Overview:

Huge gap is there between required skill sets and available skill sets into to current market for a particular job opening.

  • Model dashboard will provide job trends on current job openings based on skill sets.
  • It also will provide number of jobs for a particular skill.
  • Skill set required for a particular designation i.e. Software Developer.
  • Number of jobs by different cities and different years of experience.

The second phase of the project is to help job hunters by recommending jobs based on their skill sets.

Description:

There is an iconic difference between available skills and desired skills in specific job opening. The recommendation module is developed with the aim of to help the job hunters by suggesting them the job according to their own skills as well as the desired skills by the job opener.

The module dashboard shows the latest job trends and their desired skills along with number of matched jobs as per the candidates learnt skills. The job skills and designation varies according to various cities and organizations as well, which ease to the candidate to find the desired and required jobs along with their own skills, city and company as well.

This help to ease the job hunting efforts to the job hunters; also to the academic organizations to find the current skills trend so as to include them into the course curriculum to develop the better students crowd. This also helps to the professional organizations to find the exact match of their job along with skills requirements.

Call for Nominations: Agba Innovation Challenge

Transforming Mobile Phones into Computers

The Aegis Graham Bell Awards is proud to announce the Agba Innovation Challenge, an initiative dedicated to addressing the low penetration of laptops and computers in India and other developing countries. We invite innovators, technologists, entrepreneurs, and organizations to participate in this challenge by developing solutions MobileDock that convert mobile phones into fully functional computers with keyboards and monitors. This challenge is a significant step towards enhancing IT, computer, and AI literacy and education, thereby empowering individuals and communities through technology.

Background and Problem Statement

In today's digital age, access to computers is no longer a luxury but a necessity. Computers are essential tools for education, skill development, and economic growth. However, in many developing countries, the penetration of laptops and desktop computers remains alarmingly low. In India, for example, a vast majority of the population, especially in rural areas, lacks access to personal computers due to high costs and limited availability. This digital divide hinders educational opportunities, restricts access to information, and limits economic development.

The Need for Innovation

Mobile phones, on the other hand, have seen widespread adoption even in the most remote regions. With millions of users, mobile phones offer a unique opportunity to bridge the digital gap. The Agba Innovation Challenge seeks to leverage this widespread mobile phone usage by transforming these devices into fully functional computers. By developing innovative solutions that convert mobile phones into computers with keyboards and monitors, we can make computing power accessible to everyone, regardless of their socioeconomic status.

Potential Impact

Educational Empowerment: Providing students with affordable computing solutions will revolutionize education in developing countries. Students will have access to a wealth of online resources, enabling them to learn new skills and enhance their knowledge.

Digital Literacy: As more individuals gain access to computers, digital literacy rates will improve. This will empower people to use technology effectively, opening up new opportunities for employment and personal development.

Economic Growth: Enhancing digital skills in the population will lead to greater employability and the creation of new job opportunities. Small businesses and entrepreneurs will also benefit from access to digital tools, driving economic growth and innovation.

Social Inclusion: Bridging the digital divide will promote social inclusion by providing equal opportunities for all, irrespective of their geographical location or economic background. This will help in building a more equitable and connected society.

Objectives of the Challenge

Increase Accessibility: Develop cost-effective solutions to convert mobile phones into computers, making technology accessible to a broader population.

Enhance Education: Promote computer and AI literacy by providing affordable computing solutions for educational institutions and students.

Boost Economic Growth: Support the development of digital skills to enhance employability and drive economic growth in developing regions.

Encourage Innovation: Foster a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship by challenging individuals and organizations to create transformative technologies.

How Individuals and Corporates Can Contribute

Individuals:

Donations: Contribute to the reward fund, which will provide financial incentives for the best solutions. Every contribution, big or small, will help drive innovation.

Mentorship: Offer your expertise and time to mentor participants, providing guidance on technical aspects, business development, and scalability of their solutions.

Advocacy: Spread the word about the challenge through social media, community groups, and professional networks to attract more participants and supporters.

Corporates:

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Funds: Allocate CSR funds to support the challenge. These funds can be used for rewards, development grants, and scaling successful prototypes.

Partnerships: Collaborate with the Agba Innovation Challenge to provide resources such as R&D support, manufacturing facilities, and distribution networks.

Employee Engagement: Encourage your employees to participate as volunteers, mentors, or even competitors, leveraging their skills and expertise to drive the challenge forward.

Innovation Sponsorship: Sponsor specific awards or categories within the challenge, such as the "Best Educational Solution" or "Most Scalable Solution," to focus on areas aligned with your company's mission.

Submission Requirements

Participants are required to submit the following:

Concept Proposal: A detailed description of the solution, including the technology used, the user interface, and overall functionality.

Prototype: A working prototype demonstrating the mobile phone's ability to function as a computer.

Feasibility Study: An analysis of the solution's feasibility, including cost, scalability, and potential impact.

Implementation Plan: A plan outlining how the solution can be implemented on a large scale, particularly in rural and underserved areas.

Evaluation Criteria

Innovation: Originality and creativity of the solution.

Functionality: How well the mobile phone functions as a computer, including ease of use and reliability.

Feasibility: Practicality of the solution in terms of cost, scalability, and implementation.

Impact: Potential of the solution to improve IT, computer, and AI literacy and education in developing regions.

Awards and Recognition

Grand Prize: Cash award and a trophy

Runner-Up: Cash award and a certificate

Innovation Award: Special recognition for the most innovative solution

Implementation Support: Opportunity to partner with organizations for large-scale deployment

Important Dates

Launch Date:

Proposal Submission Deadline:

Prototype Submission Deadline:

Evaluation Period:

Award Ceremony:

How to Apply

Register on the official Aegis Graham Bell Awards website.

Submit your concept proposal by the specified deadline.

Develop and submit your prototype.

Await the evaluation and participate in the award ceremony.

Contact Information

For more details and to register, visit the Aegis Graham Bell Awards website. For any queries, please contact us at

1. Understanding Requirements for developing MobileDock

a. Functional Requirements:

  • Connect mobile phones to external monitors (via HDMI or VGA).
  • Provide USB ports for keyboards, mice, and other peripherals.
  • Offer additional ports for power (charging the mobile device while in use).

b. Compatibility:

  • Ensure compatibility with popular mobile operating systems (Android, iOS).
  • Support a wide range of mobile phone models.

2. Hardware Design

a. Components:

  • USB-C or Micro-USB Connector: To connect to the mobile phone.
  • HDMI/VGA Port: To connect to an external monitor.
  • USB-A Ports: For connecting peripherals like keyboards and mice.
  • Power Delivery (PD) Port: For charging the mobile device.

b. Chipsets:

  • Use a multi-functional chipset that supports USB hub functionality, video output, and power delivery. Examples include the VL813 for USB hubs and ANX7447 for USB-C to HDMI/VGA.

c. PCB Design:

  • Design a compact and efficient Printed Circuit Board (PCB) to house all components.
  • Ensure proper layout to minimize interference and ensure reliable connections.

d. Enclosure:

  • Design a durable and portable enclosure to house the PCB and connectors.
  • Ensure it’s ergonomic and easy to use.

3. Software Compatibility

a. Driver Support:

  • Ensure that the hub or dongle works seamlessly with the drivers provided by mobile operating systems.
  • Implement support for standard USB Human Interface Device (HID) class for keyboards and mice.

b. Firmware:

  • Develop firmware to manage the hub’s functions, ensuring proper communication between the mobile device and peripherals.
  • Handle power distribution to ensure the mobile device charges while peripherals are in use.