Entry deadline nears for "Create the Futur" design contest

Mouser is a major sponsor of the 12th annual NASA Tech Briefs magazine "Create the Futur" Design Contest, a challenge to engineers and students worldwide to create the next great thing. Mouser is being joined in this sponsorship by Analog Devices, a leader in data conversion and signal conditioning technology.

The winner will receive global recognition and a cash prize of $20,000 for an innovative product that benefits society and the economy. Previous contests have produced more than 9000 design ideas from engineers, educators and students in more than 100 countries.

Kevin Hess, Mouser Electronics' Vice President of Technical Marketing, says: "Advancing technological innovation is very much at the heart of what we do at Mouser and we are very excited to support design engineers by helping to sponsor this global design contest."

Joseph Pramberger, publisher of NASA Tech Briefs, adds: "Mouser is known worldwide for their rapid introduction of the newest products, and unparalleled support of innovation. We are excited for the opportunity to work with such a solid partner - one known in the industry for their strong commitment to foster and serve engineers and their design needs."

The grand prize winner will be chosen from the winners in seven entry categories including: Aerospace & Defense, Automotive/Transportation, Consumer Products, Electronics, Machinery/Automation/Robotics, Medical, and Sustainable Technologies. Contest entries can be submitted by an individual or a team. An independent industry panel will judge the entries. Web site visitors are invited to vote for their favorite entry. For more information on how to enter the Create the Future design contest, go to www.mouser.com/createthefuture2014.