Dassault Systèmes Opens 16th AAKRUTI Competition to Innovators Globally

French multinational software company Dassault Systèmes has kicked off the 16th edition of AAKRUTI, its international design and innovation contest for students. The 2026–27 cycle asks participants to develop projects within four thematic tracks chosen to mirror pressing worldwide concerns: robotics, challenges facing local communities, healthcare, and mobility. Entrants are expected to apply engineering fundamentals…