Track 01Innovation
Student Innovation
AAROH-style hackathon format where teams discover authentic problems, interview users, build functional prototypes, and pitch viable solutions.
Ecosystem & Directory
Programs & Ventures.
Tachyon builds across the complete spectrum of youth innovation: from hands-on builder programs and hackathons to long-term hardware initiatives and defense aerospace startups.
01 // Programs
Connected build tracks, not isolated workshops.
Four distinct builder formats covering the complete cycle from ideation, electronics, and game code to telescope observation and high-stakes prototype launches.
Track 02Software
Game Development
Takumi-style 24-hour sprints for under-18 creators to turn game mechanics, original art, code, and systems into playable releases.
Track 03Hardware
Hardware Culture
Build Guild hands-on breadboards, hardware hackathons, soldering stations, embedded systems, and live hardware showcases.
Track 04Astronomy
Astronomy Outreach
Beyond Horizons delivers telescope hardware exposure, celestial observation nights, and deep astrophysics discussions for young minds.
Program model
Think, build, launch, then keep going.
Find the sharp version of the problem.
- Observe the user and real context before choosing a technical solution.
- Ask questions that reduce vague ideas into crisp, testable needs.
- Challenge assumptions early, when pivoting direction is still fast and inexpensive.
Make the idea visible and testable.
- Prototype quickly with experienced hardware and software mentors nearby.
- Use micro-workshops to unlock specific technical skills at the moment they matter.
- Iterate the design rapidly when physical evidence demands it.
Show what works and what comes next.
- Demonstrate working prototypes and demos rather than theoretical slide decks.
- Explain what was learned, where failure occurred, and the roadmap forward.
- Evaluate clarity, technical depth, feasibility, and presentation quality.
Build the infrastructure after the event.
- Keep builders connected to peers, lab tools, mentors, components, and next-stage funding.
- Grow permanent technical communities around robotics, embedded systems, and aerospace.
- Use each program cohort as a node in the expanding Tachyon builder network.
Directory & Archive
Ventures, startups & past events.
Search and filter across independent technology startups, competitive robotics infrastructure, and on-ground hackathons.
01 // Ventures & Startups
3 Active Initiatives
VENTURE
Drones & Defense
Drones & Defense
Vector Aerotech
An advanced autonomous aerial systems and defense robotics startup originated within the Tachyon ecosystem. Vector Aerotech develops custom flight controllers, tactical reconnaissance UAVs, encrypted mesh datalinks, and heavy-payload multirotors. The venture has secured and executed mission-critical contracts across private enterprise infrastructure inspection, governmental geospatial surveillance, and defense/military aerospace applications.
VENTURE
Platform
Platform
Robotics / Electronics Initiative
A long-term robotics competition platform and student hardware engineering network being developed in collaboration with IIT Bombay and its student network. The current target is up to 50 teams, with a long-term direction toward building the technical infrastructure needed for FRC-style competitive participation.
Website soon
VENTURE
Space & Optics
Space & Optics
Beyond Horizons
An astronomy outreach and optical equipment platform in partnership with Fotocart. The initiative deploys high-end optical gear, Celestron AstroMaster and SkyMaster telescopes, and guided observation nights paired with astrophysics discussion for students.
Website soon
02 // Events & Exhibits
6 Recorded Events
EVENT
May 2-3, 2026
May 2-3, 2026
Takumi Delhi
A 24-hour offline game-development hackathon for under-18 builders in Delhi, created around craftsmanship, precision, technical iteration, workshops, mentorship, and final presentations. In collaboration with Directorate of Education (DoE).
EVENT
Aug 1-2, 2026
Aug 1-2, 2026
AAROH 2026
A Delhi NCR student innovation hackathon for participants aged 15+. Teams identify a real problem, understand a real user, build something testable, iterate, and launch the path forward. In collaboration with IIIT Delhi (IIITD).
EVENT
Apr 18, 2025
Apr 18, 2025
Build Guild Delhi
A one-day hardware enthusiast meetup at Pinnacle Space, Connaught Place, conducted as part of Hack Club Blueprint's global Build Guild week. 150 students aged 13-18 built with breadboards, microcontrollers, soldering, competitions, showcases, and hardware hackathons. In collaboration with Hack Club.
EVENT
Collaboration
Collaboration
Campfire Delhi
A collaborative community gathering and student sprint bringing together 100+ creators and builders. In collaboration with Hack Club and Master's Union.
EVENT
IIT Delhi Collab
IIT Delhi Collab
Metamorphosis
A hands-on student innovation and prototyping platform organized by one of our teammates. Done in collaboration with IIT Delhi (IITD).
EXHIBIT LEAD
Govt of Delhi Collab
Govt of Delhi Collab
Delhi AI Impact Summit — AI Innovation Pavilion
Our team served as the official Head & Curator for the Government of NCT of Delhi Exhibit & AI Innovation Pavilion at the Delhi AI Impact Summit. We presented breakthrough student AI projects, autonomous UAV avionics, edge-vision drone payloads, and experiential technology directly to state leadership, dignitaries, and industry delegates.
Event Media & Highlights
Direct photo documentation from Tachyon campus events, state pavilions, astronomy observation nights, and prototype showcases.