MATLAB and Simulink Challenge Projects

Contribute to the progress of engineering and science by solving key industry challenges!

Are you looking for a design or research project idea with real industry relevance and societal impact?

Explore this list of challenge projects to learn about technology trends, gain practical skills with MATLAB and Simulink, and make a contribution to science and engineering. Even more, you gain official recognition for your problem-solving skills from technology leaders at MathWorks and rewards upon project completion!

:books: If you are new to MATLAB and Simulink or want to learn more, discover this comprehensive repository of resources for students

:trophy: Explore exciting opportunities to test your skills and win prizes by participating in regular contests hosted by the MATLAB Central community

How to participate :point_down:

Make the results of your work open and accessible to receive a certificate and endorsements from MathWorks research leads. Let us know your intent to complete one of these projects by completing the project sign-up form accessible from the project’s description page and we will send you more information about the project and recognition awards.

:pushpin: Please read our Generative AI Guidelines before starting your project. Submissions with unverified, misunderstood, or misused AI-generated work will not be accepted.

For more information about the program and how to submit your solution, please visit our wiki page. You can also find more information about Custom Competitions and Industry Collaborations.

If you are industry or faculty and interested in further information, to provide feedback, or to nominate a new project, contact us here.

Project Explorer :mag:

Explore all projects using an interactive filtering tool. Search and filter by technology, application area, MATLAB/Simulink tools, and more to quickly find projects that match your interests.

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Projects by technology trends :file_cabinet:

• Artificial Intelligence
• Autonomous Vehicles
• Big Data
• Computer Vision
• Computational Finance
• Drones
• Industry 4.0
• Robotics
• Sustainability and Renewable Energy
• Wireless Communication

All projects :file_folder:

Updated: February 25, 2026