Team PRSM

SUTD Capstone 2025: Innovating Across Disciplines

A cross-disciplinary capstone team from SUTD combining engineering, design, and computing to solve real-world challenges through university-industry partnership.

Disciplines

12+

Projects

100+

Solutions

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Our University

What is SUTD

Trailblazing a Better World by Design

Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) is the 4th public university in Singapore. We are pioneers of innovation, creators of tomorrow, and architects of change.

Focusing strongly on technology and building a strong foundation in design and innovation, we aim to educate technologically grounded leaders who are steeped in the fundamentals of mathematics, science and technology.

We aim to create a diverse space that builds the future of tomorrow — where students from different disciplines collaborate, innovate, and push boundaries to solve the world's most pressing challenges.

By the Numbers

4th

Public University in Singapore

2009

Established in collaboration with MIT

Our Core Pillars

Technology

Strong foundation in mathematics, science, and cutting-edge technology

Design

Human-centered approach to problem-solving and innovation

Innovation

Entrepreneurial mindset and creative solutions for real-world challenges

Final Year Project

What is Capstone: University-Industry Partnership Program

The premier capstone program where academic excellence meets industry innovation through collaborative student projects.

5-7

Students per Team

Full Academic Year

The SUTD Capstone project is a flagship University-Industry partnership program whereby cross-disciplinary student teams collaborate with companies to solve complex real-world challenges through innovative capstone solutions.

Capstone teams consist of 5 to 7 final-year undergraduate students who dedicate an entire academic year to tackling your most pressing technical and business challenges. Each capstone project combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, ensuring deliverable solutions that create real impact.

This immersive capstone experience bridges the gap between academic learning and professional practice, allowing students to demonstrate their expertise while delivering tangible value to industry partners. The capstone program has become a cornerstone of SUTD's commitment to industry-relevant education and innovation.

Key Capstone Program Highlights

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University-Industry Capstone Partnership

Collaborative capstone projects bridging academic learning with real-world business challenges through structured industry engagement

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Cross-Disciplinary Capstone Teams

Capstone teams of 5-7 students from diverse engineering and design disciplines working together to deliver comprehensive solutions

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Real-World Capstone Impact

Apply technical and business knowledge through capstone projects that solve actual industry problems with measurable outcomes

About

About Team PRSM

Refracting one vision into many perspectives.

Our Vision

Our vision is to become a skunkworks of positive impact — a team that refracts diverse perspectives into breakthrough innovations that are bold, ethical, and transformative.

We strive to shape a future where technology illuminates rather than overwhelms, and where every solution we create uplifts people, communities, and the world.

Our Mission

At PRSM, our mission is to innovate boldly and build responsibly.

Inspired by skunkworks culture, we move fast, think fearlessly, and combine our diverse disciplines to transform complex challenges into purposeful solutions.

We are driven by a commitment to do good, do no harm, and ensure that every idea we develop makes a meaningful, human-centred impact.

Our Core Values

Integrity

We build with honesty, transparency, and ethical responsibility in every decision we make

Curiosity

We ask questions, explore possibilities, and never stop learning

Collaboration

We combine diverse perspectives to create solutions greater than the sum of their parts

Sustainability

We design for longevity, considering environmental and social impact in everything we create

Equity

We ensure our innovations are accessible, inclusive, and beneficial to all

Team

Members

Diverse expertise, unified vision — the individuals powering Team PRSM.

Akash Subramani

Hardware & Robotics Engineer

Engineering Products and Design

Known as the team's go-to hardware specialist, he has designed and built systems across robotics, fluid mechanics, power electronics, and space engineering. His portfolio includes the mechanical systems for an autonomous mushroom harvester addressing Singapore's food resilience, precision valve and servo assemblies for a fluid-based musical encoder, and a solar-powered lighting system deployed in a remote Cambodian village. He also contributed to the end-to-end development, launch, and telemetry collection of a compact Arduino-based satellite. With a strong focus on practical engineering and elegant problem-solving, he turns complex ideas into reliable, real-world hardware.

Robotics

Mechanical Design

Power Electronics

Embedded Systems

Baddipadige Amith Reddy

Cybersecurity & Software Engineer

Computer Science and Design

A cybersecurity major with a talent for building sharp, high-impact tech. He's created everything from a real-time computer vision plugin that identifies outfits on streaming platforms, to a full Unix shell built from scratch. His hardware experience includes a reaction game powered by a custom Beta Assembly ALU, and he also helped develop Wandr, an AI-driven travel companion app. He brings together low-level engineering, AI, and security know-how to turn ambitious ideas into polished systems.

Cybersecurity

Computer Vision

Systems Programming

AI/ML

Berlyn Tan

Data Analyst & Optimization Engineer

Engineering Systems and Design

An ESD student focused on optimisation and data-driven decision-making. She built an integer linear programming model to maximise profitability on an Airbus A350-900 route and developed an interactive performance dashboard with DGCT using MySQL, forecasting models, and analytics to guide scalable capacity planning. She combines strong modelling skills with practical insights to improve system efficiency and performance.

Python

MySQL

Optimization

Data Analytics

Goh Xun Yi Joey

Systems Engineer & IoT Specialist

Engineering Systems and Design

A versatile engineer skilled in analytics, interactive systems, and smart infrastructure. She helped build a PowerBI sales dashboard for Beauty Mums & Babies, analyzing 10,000+ records to uncover trends for targeted marketing. She also co-developed a gamified running system featuring sensors, a live leaderboard, and a Figma-designed companion app to drive engagement. In Project Sun Bringer, she designed a low-maintenance remote lighting system using Wi-Fi routers, smart switches, and an integrated control app to improve accessibility and reduce manpower demands.

PowerBI

IoT

System Design

Data Visualization

Leo Nyuk Sze

Architectural Designer & Systems Innovator

Architecture and Sustainable Design

A multidisciplinary designer driven by human-centred innovation, she creates spaces and systems that blend technology, sustainability, and meaningful social impact. Her work spans architectural design, parametric structural optimization, and community-focused food solutions—ranging from suspended bridge prototypes to vertical farming systems and nature-integrated libraries. With a strong foundation in computational tools like Grasshopper, Python, and structural simulation plug-ins, she brings together technical rigor and thoughtful design to craft experiences that connect people, support well-being, and empower resilient communities.

Grasshopper

Python

Parametric Design

Sustainable Architecture

Ainsley Woo

Cybersecurity & AI Specialist

Computer Science and Design

A cybersecurity major with an AI minor, he specializes in building robust, low-level systems and intelligent applications. His work ranges from developing a fully functional Unix shell from the ground up to engineering a hardware reaction game powered by a custom Beta Assembly ALU. He has also built AI-driven platforms such as Wandr, a smart travel companion, IELTS SenseAI for personalized language training, and a multilingual hate-speech detection ensemble using transformer models. With strengths across operating systems, hardware design, and applied machine learning, he delivers secure, high-performance solutions end to end.

Cybersecurity

AI/ML

Systems Programming

NLP

Alson Tay

Computational Designer & Urban Strategist

Architecture and Sustainable Design

A computational designer focused on creating resilient, data-informed urban environments. He integrates parametric design, algorithmic thinking, and sustainable principles to shape buildings and infrastructure that respond intelligently to their contexts. His work spans generative facade systems, optimized urban layouts, and climate-responsive architectural forms—leveraging tools like Grasshopper, Rhino, and Python-driven simulations to bridge design intent with environmental performance. With a strong foundation in both digital fabrication and urban planning strategies, he develops spaces that balance aesthetic clarity, ecological responsibility, and the evolving needs of dynamic communities.

Rhino

Grasshopper

Parametric Design

Urban Planning

Pillar Portfolio

ASD Portfolio

Architecture and Sustainable Design

Urban Agriculture

Agriwave

Developed in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, this project focuses on vertical farming systems that strengthen community food security while supporting mental well-being. Contributions include generating design variations and technical drawings through custom Grasshopper scripts, enabling efficient exploration of scalable, community-friendly farming structures.

Grasshopper Scripting · Parametric Design · Vertical Farming · Community Design

Impact

Enhanced food security

Structural Engineering

Parametric Bridge

Designed a suspended, geometrically dynamic bridge spanning 3+ meters, balancing structural integrity with architectural aesthetics under strict engineering constraints (60 kg load, end supports only). Developed custom Python scripts and performed structural optimization using Kangaroo and Galapagos in Grasshopper. Used Karamba for member stress assessment and participated in full fabrication—from material selection to assembly and load testing.

Python Scripting · Grasshopper · Kangaroo · Galapagos · Karamba

Impact

Structural innovation

Social Architecture

The Deep Library

A library designed to foster human interaction while being secluded within and integrated with nature. Forces social interaction through unplanned encounters in traditionally ignored spaces like staircases, emphasizing the journey over the destination through carefully crafted views and light changes. Challenges the digital-first "Google it" culture by creating a physical space for collective knowledge sharing.

Social Design · Nature Integration · Experience Design · Spatial Planning

Impact

Human-centered spaces

Pillar Portfolio

CSD Portfolio

Computer Science and Design

AI Travel Platform

Wandr

A comprehensive travel companion that helps users discover, plan, and share their travel experiences. Using AI-powered recommendations and community-driven content, it creates personalized itineraries based on user preferences, budget, and travel style.

AI Recommendations · Full-Stack Development · Community Features · Personalization

Impact

Personalized travel planning

Hardware-Software Integration

Duck Duck Guess

Developed a hardware-based reaction game where ducks light up in sequence, and players must hit them in the correct order. Designed and built the entire system from scratch, including the game logic, state machine architecture, and a custom Beta Assembly ALU to drive the game mechanics.

Digital Design · Beta Assembly · State Machines · Hardware Integration

Impact

Custom ALU implementation

Computer Vision

DripSeek

A browser plugin that identifies clothes worn by actors in real time on streaming platforms, letting users instantly shop similar styles. An agentic computer vision solution that bridges entertainment and e-commerce seamlessly.

Computer Vision · Browser Extension · Real-Time Processing · AI Agents

Impact

Real-time style detection

EdTech AI Platform

IELTS SenseAI

Uses advanced Gemini, Heylabs, and Elevenlabs to provide personalized and realistic IELTS preparation. The platform analyzes writing samples, provides detailed feedback, and generates practice questions tailored to each student's proficiency level.

Gemini AI · Natural Language Processing · Educational Technology · Personalized Learning

Impact

AI-powered IELTS prep

Pillar Portfolio

EPD Portfolio

Engineering Products and Design

Mechanical Engineering

Fluid Mechanics Design Project

Explored a novel way of encoding musical notes using liquid, oil, and air intervals. The mechanical subsystem features custom-designed valves and servo mechanisms that precisely generate fixed fluid and air pulses, enabling the system to "play" notes through controlled flow patterns.

Fluid Mechanics · Mechanical Design · Servo Systems · Precision Engineering

Impact

Novel musical encoding

Food Technology

Autonomous Mushroom Harvester

Delivered a fully automated mushroom harvester engineered to boost Singapore's food resilience. Its mechanical systems enable precise growth conditions and gentle, reliable harvesting—turning mushroom farming into a scalable, hands-off process that supports sustainable local food production.

Automation · Mechanical Systems · Agricultural Engineering · Sustainability

Impact

Enhanced food resilience

Social Impact Engineering

Cambodia FACT - Solar Lighting System

Delivered a solar-powered lighting system for a mobile library in rural Siem Reap, Cambodia. The electrical setup was built using easily sourced local components, with power requirements carefully calculated to meet the villagers' operational needs—a reliable, sustainable lighting solution supporting community learning in remote areas.

Solar Power · Electrical Design · Sustainability · Community Engineering

Impact

Powered rural education

Space Engineering

Berlin Summer Program – CanSat Satellite

Designed, built, and launched a fully functional satellite from the ground up. Using Arduino hardware and custom-fabricated circuit boards, the team created a compact, efficient platform capable of transmitting telemetry data from orbit—demonstrating end-to-end satellite engineering in a lightweight form factor.

Satellite Design · Arduino · Circuit Fabrication · Telemetry Systems

Impact

Successful orbital launch

Pillar Portfolio

ESD Portfolio

Engineering Systems and Design

Operations Research

Airplane Seat Configuration Optimisation

Developed an integer linear programming model to optimise seat configurations for an Airbus A350-900 operating on the London-Delhi route. Evaluated space, weight, and demand constraints to maximise overall profitability, refining model parameters and validating results against real-world operational data.

Mathematical Modelling · Operations Research · Data-Driven Analysis · Scenario Validation

Impact

Maximised profitability

Data Analytics & Forecasting

DGCT Performance Dashboard

Collaborated with Digital Content Technologies (DGCT) to develop an interactive dashboard visualising storage, bandwidth usage, and system performance metrics. Performed data cleaning and analysis using MySQL and Excel to identify usage patterns and inefficiencies, applying XGBoost and exponential smoothing for storage growth projections.

MySQL · Excel · XGBoost · Forecasting · Dashboard Design

Impact

Improved scalability planning

Business Intelligence

Project Babysteps

Developed an interactive sales dashboard for Beauty Mums & Babies using PowerBI, analyzing over 10,000 sales records to identify key trends in sales performance and customer demographics. Delivered actionable insights to support targeted marketing strategies and business growth.

PowerBI · Data Analytics · Customer Segmentation · Sales Trends

Impact

10,000+ records analyzed

Gamified IoT System

Project GrowTrackRun

Created a gamified running system to boost motivation and social interaction among runners. Featured Light Pacer, checkpoint displays, infrared sensors, live leaderboard, and a Figma-designed companion app that enhanced safety, engagement, and friendly competition.

IoT Sensors · System Design · Figma Prototyping · Gamification

Impact

Enhanced user engagement

Partnership Process Timeline

A structured journey from initial contact to Capstone project delivery

Phase 01

Initial Exploratory Session

DEC'25 – JAN'26

Initial exploratory session to discuss project possibilities and explore potential collaboration opportunities. This can be conducted online or in-person based on your preference.

Phase 02

Joint Needs Assessment

FEB'26 – MAR'26

Collaborative needs assessment session to understand your requirements and customize a comprehensive project proposal tailored to your specific objectives.

Phase 03

Legal & Financial Documentation

2-4 Weeks

Preparation and review of all legal agreements, financial documentation, and formal contracts required for the partnership.

Phase 04

Approval Process

APR'26 – JUN'26

Formal approval process where both parties review and finalize all agreements. The project is officially approved only when both parties have signed the partnership agreement.

Phase 05

Capstone Project Execution

SEP'26 – APR'27

Full Capstone project development cycle including research, design, implementation, testing, and final delivery. Regular check-ins and progress updates throughout the development period.

What We Solve

Problem Statements

Complex challenges we're tackling for real-world impact

Trackless MRT Singapore

Urban areas need flexible, high-capacity public transport systems that are cheaper and faster to deploy than rail-based MRTs. A trackless MRT offers the opportunity to deliver MRT-level efficiency without the cost, construction delays, or physical track constraints, enabling cities to expand transit coverage rapidly and adapt routes dynamically as demand changes.

Artificial Intelligence for Commerce

In a future where AGI handles life's busywork, buying and selling physical items shouldn't still rely on humans manually searching, pricing, and listing them. To get there, we need a way for intelligent agents to see the real world. This project builds that bridge: AI trading agents paired with recognition-powered smart glasses that instantly identify objects, evaluate their value, and help users buy or sell with zero effort. It's a first step toward a world where your AGI can manage your physical assets as easily as your digital life.

Drone Deployment and Operations

As demand for rapid, on-demand delivery grows, drones offer a promising solution. However, safety, reliability, and precise navigation remain major barriers to real-world deployment. Current delivery drones struggle with obstacle avoidance, secure payload handling, and resilient operation in complex urban environments. There is a need for a safer, smarter drone system that can deliver goods autonomously while protecting people, property, and the package itself. This project aims to create a next-generation "safe delivery drone" that integrates intelligent routing, real-time risk assessment, and robust fail-safes to make autonomous aerial deliveries both practical and trustworthy.

Current Focus

Trackless MRT Singapore

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Partnership Criteria

Company Requirements

What we need from potential partners to ensure project success

Partnership Prerequisites

Site Visits & Employee Interviews

Arrange site visits for team to conduct interviews with employees if project requires, providing access to relevant stakeholders and work environments.

Digital Brand Asset Packs and Guidelines

Provide comprehensive brand assets including logos, color palettes, typography guidelines, and design systems for consistent project delivery.

Commercial Licenses for Software and Specialized Tools

Supply necessary commercial licenses for software and specialized tools required for project development and testing.

Dedicated Mentor

Assign a dedicated mentor from your organization to guide the team, provide domain expertise, and facilitate communication throughout the project.

Participation Fee

SGD 6,000 participation fee to support project development, resources, and operational costs.

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Intellectual Property Rights

100% IP and all generated materials belong to partner organisation. Your organization retains full ownership and rights to all project deliverables, code, designs, documentation, and intellectual property created during the Capstone project.

Partnership

Why Partner With Us

A skunkworks of positive impact—transforming complex challenges into purposeful, innovative solutions.

Cross-Disciplinary Expertise

Our team spans 4 core SUTD pillars: Computer Science, Engineering Systems, Engineering Product Design, and Architecture—bringing diverse perspectives to every challenge

Cutting-Edge Technical Skills

From AI/ML and cybersecurity to robotics, IoT, and data analytics, we combine emerging technologies with proven engineering fundamentals

Real-World Project Experience

Proven track record with autonomous systems, AI-driven applications, interactive dashboards, smart infrastructure, and embedded systems across multiple industries

Innovation with Integrity

Guided by core values of integrity, curiosity, collaboration, sustainability, and equity—we build solutions that are ethical, inclusive, and impactful

Partnership Benefits

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Access to 6 highly skilled students across multiple engineering disciplines

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Full academic year of dedicated development (equivalent to 2 semesters)

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100% intellectual property rights belong to your organization

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Cost-effective innovation at SGD 6,000 participation fee

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Fresh perspectives combining academic research with practical application

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Potential pipeline for recruiting top emerging talent

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Contribution to education while solving real business challenges

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Support from SUTD faculty mentors and university resources

Team at a Glance

Team Members

SUTD Disciplines

12+

Technical Skills

100%

Your IP

Our Expertise

RoboticsAI/MLCybersecurityIoTData AnalyticsCloud InfrastructureComputer VisionSystem Optimization

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Partner with Team PRSM for your 2025 Capstone project. We combine diverse disciplines, cutting-edge skills, and ethical innovation to deliver solutions that make a real impact.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Capstone Program FAQ

Common questions about SUTD Capstone projects and partnering with Team PRSM

A Capstone project is a comprehensive, year-long university-industry partnership program where final-year undergraduate students work in cross-disciplinary teams to solve real-world business and technical challenges. The SUTD Capstone program pairs teams of 5-7 students from diverse disciplines with industry partners to deliver innovative, practical solutions that bridge academic knowledge and professional practice.

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Contact

Get in Touch

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Ways to Reach Us

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We're seeking industry partners for our 2025 Capstone project. Partner with us to tackle real challenges with innovative, cross-disciplinary solutions.

What Happens Next?

1.Send us an email with your project idea or challenge
2.We'll respond within 3-5 business days to schedule a discussion
3.Together, we'll explore how Team PRSM can bring value to your organization

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