What is OPEN SPACE?
OPEN SPACE is a matrix that brings together ideas and products in the industry, at the intersection of which not only innovations are born and realized but also talent-entrepreneurs who bring them to life!
At the heart of our contest is the technological platform "OPEN SPACE". By identifying several key innovation directions for business, we proactively select projects and technologies for them from the entire market pool, find effective experienced consultants, experts, and integrators, and ensure the last mile through the colossal experience of implementing various kinds of transformations by our partners!
At the heart of our contest is the technological platform "OPEN SPACE". By identifying several key innovation directions for business, we proactively select projects and technologies for them from the entire market pool, find effective experienced consultants, experts, and integrators, and ensure the last mile through the colossal experience of implementing various kinds of transformations by our partners!
Advantages and Values of the Contest
The Open Space contest is one of the mechanisms for developing business partnerships between entrepreneurs, commercial structures, investment organizations, and private investors, and it is focused on supporting and realizing the development of technological entrepreneurship in Kazakhstan.
Energy Saving
With the rapid growth in energy consumption, numerous problems have arisen, and the question of future energy sources has become urgent. Recently, there have been searches for cleaner types of energy, such as solar, geothermal, wind energy, and thermonuclear fusion energy. Energy consumption has always been directly linked to the state of the economy.
Energy saving is the implementation of a set of organizational, legal, industrial, scientific, economic, technical, and other measures aimed at the rational use and economical consumption of fuel and energy resources. In addition, the energy saving system includes measures to involve renewable energy sources in economic turnover.
Energy saving is the implementation of a set of organizational, legal, industrial, scientific, economic, technical, and other measures aimed at the rational use and economical consumption of fuel and energy resources. In addition, the energy saving system includes measures to involve renewable energy sources in economic turnover.
BIM Technologies
BIM technologies (Building Information Modeling) are a process of creating and managing a digital model of a building or infrastructure facility throughout its entire life cycle, from design and construction to operation and demolition. Instead of traditional drawings, BIM uses a single intelligent 3D model containing architectural, structural, and engineering information about the facility. It allows all project participants to work in a shared environment, quickly make changes, identify errors, and optimize processes.
Agrochemistry
Agrochemistry is the science that studies chemical and biochemical processes in the “soil–plant–fertilizer” system. Its main goal is to optimize plant nutrition, increase soil fertility, and improve the productivity of agricultural crops. Agrochemistry studies soil properties, the mechanisms of fertilizer action, the development of chemical agricultural products (fertilizers and pesticides), as well as the environmental aspects of using chemicals in agriculture. Agrochemistry is the scientific basis of agricultural chemicalization and plays an important role in ensuring sustainable food production.
Sports Engineering
Sports engineering is an interdisciplinary field that combines engineering, sports science, and medicine. It focuses on designing, developing, and improving sports facilities such as stadiums and arenas, sports equipment such as training machines and sporting goods, and intelligent systems for training analysis and biomechanics. Its main goals are to improve athletic performance, safety, and the efficiency of sporting events.
Coal Chemistry
Coal chemistry covers several interconnected areas. First, it is a branch of chemistry that studies the origin, composition, and properties of solid fossil fuels such as shale, peat, and coal, as well as the chemical transformations that occur when they are processed into useful products and raw materials. Second, it is a branch of chemical technology that describes industrial processes for processing solid fossil fuels, including coking, gasification, and hydrogenation (liquefaction). Third, it is a sub-sector of the chemical industry that produces organic and inorganic products using solid fossil fuels as raw materials.
Industrial Ecology
Industrial ecology is a science and practical field that studies the interaction between industry and the environment. It analyzes the negative impact of industrial production, including emissions, waste, noise, and radiation, and develops methods to reduce this impact. Its main goal is to ensure sustainable development and protect human health. Industrial ecology also aims to create waste-free and circular production systems similar to natural ecosystems. In simple terms, industrial ecology studies how factories and industrial enterprises can operate efficiently while minimizing harm to nature.
Agro-Industrial Complex
The agro-industrial complex (AIC) in business is a set of interconnected industries involved in the production, processing, storage, transportation, and sale of agricultural raw materials and food products. It also includes related sectors such as mechanical engineering and fertilizer production.
Business activities in the AIC include various areas, from farming and livestock production to the food industry and logistics services. Its main focus is on ensuring food security and supporting exports. These industries are often supported by the government.
Business activities in the AIC include various areas, from farming and livestock production to the food industry and logistics services. Its main focus is on ensuring food security and supporting exports. These industries are often supported by the government.
Genetic Engineering in the AIC
Genetic engineering in the agro-industrial complex (AIC) is the application of methods for deliberately modifying DNA to create organisms, including plants and animals, with new useful characteristics. These characteristics may include higher productivity, resistance to pests and diseases, drought resistance, and improved product quality. Genetic engineering can contribute to food security, reduce the use of pesticides, and lower food production costs. It includes the development of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) with improved characteristics. Gene-editing technologies such as CRISPR can provide greater precision than traditional breeding methods.
REE and REM Technologies
Rare Earth Elements (REE) and Rare Earth Metals (REM) technologies include methods for extracting, concentrating, and separating these elements from ores such as bastnäsite and monazite. These processes use physical methods, including magnetic and gravity separation and flotation, as well as chemical methods such as acid or alkaline leaching, ion exchange, and extraction. The result is the production of pure metals and oxides that are essential for electronics, magnets, and catalysts. Rare earth elements have unique magnetic, optical, and chemical properties.
Digital Medicine
Digital medicine is the organization of medical care, significantly increasing its efficiency through the use of processed and analyzed large volumes of medical data in digital form. Informatization simplifies and optimizes hospital management without the use of excess paperwork and resources, helps in forming staff, managing finances, and material resources. The digitization of the medical sector promotes the development of telemedicine in the country, the widespread implementation of remote consultations, and online emergency care.
Biomedicine
Biomedicine, also known as theoretical medicine, is a branch of medicine that studies the human body from a theoretical standpoint, its structure and function in normal and pathological conditions, pathological states, methods of their diagnosis, correction, and treatment.
Biomedicine includes accumulated information and research, to a greater or lesser extent, common to medicine, veterinary science, dentistry, and fundamental biological sciences such as chemistry, biological chemistry, biology, histology, genetics, embryology, anatomy, physiology, pathology, biomedical engineering, zoology, botany, and microbiology.
Biomedicine includes accumulated information and research, to a greater or lesser extent, common to medicine, veterinary science, dentistry, and fundamental biological sciences such as chemistry, biological chemistry, biology, histology, genetics, embryology, anatomy, physiology, pathology, biomedical engineering, zoology, botany, and microbiology.
Pharmacy
Pharmacy is a complex of scientific and practical disciplines that study the problems of creation, safety, research, storage, manufacturing, dispensing, and marketing of pharmaceuticals, as well as the search for natural sources of medicinal substances. Together with pharmacology, it constitutes the science of drugs.
Data Security
Data security is the state of an information system in which it is least susceptible to interference and damage from third parties. Data security also involves managing risks associated with information disclosure or impacts on hardware and software protection modules.
Mechatronics
Mechatronics is a scientific and technical field that works on the creation and maintenance of machines with computer-controlled motion. It is based on knowledge in the fields of electromechanics, electronics, automation, microprocessor technology, and IT technologies. An example of a mechatronic system is robots and manipulators.
The essence of designing a mechanical complex standard, with one exception – additional software is prescribed for the object depending on the further field of operation: industrial, construction, automotive, space, robotics, medical, military, etc. The mechatronic system is assembled based on hardware drawings and programmed using a computer device, combining the mechanical and electrical parts of the device. Mechatronics and robotics are closely related scientific concepts, but they differ in practical implementation and the use of methods to achieve the ultimate goal. Mechatronics can exist as an independent science and be completely independent of robotics, but robotics cannot exist without the basics of mechatronics. A robot will not "come to life" without a mechatronic program. Understanding and applying technologies within each of these areas is necessary for automation and achieving the ultimate goal. The development of mechatronic technologies allows for increased functionality and the creation of new opportunities for technology.
The essence of designing a mechanical complex standard, with one exception – additional software is prescribed for the object depending on the further field of operation: industrial, construction, automotive, space, robotics, medical, military, etc. The mechatronic system is assembled based on hardware drawings and programmed using a computer device, combining the mechanical and electrical parts of the device. Mechatronics and robotics are closely related scientific concepts, but they differ in practical implementation and the use of methods to achieve the ultimate goal. Mechatronics can exist as an independent science and be completely independent of robotics, but robotics cannot exist without the basics of mechatronics. A robot will not "come to life" without a mechatronic program. Understanding and applying technologies within each of these areas is necessary for automation and achieving the ultimate goal. The development of mechatronic technologies allows for increased functionality and the creation of new opportunities for technology.
Biohacking
The main goal of biohacking is to bring your body to a new qualitative level, improving your well-being and adjusting life processes. Essentially, the idea is to perceive the body as a computer, and all auxiliary means as tools for hacking and fixing malfunctioning systems.
Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity is an activity aimed at protecting systems, networks, and programs from digital attacks. The goal of such cyberattacks is usually to gain access to confidential information, alter or destroy it, extort money from users, or disrupt normal business processes.
Cybersecurity combats three types of threats:
Cybersecurity combats three types of threats:
- Cybercrime – actions organized by one or more malicious actors to attack a system to disrupt its operation or gain financial benefit.
- Cyberattack – actions aimed at collecting information, mainly of a political nature.
- Cyberterrorism – actions aimed at destabilizing electronic systems to cause fear or panic.
Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical engineering is a branch of heavy industry that produces all kinds of machines, tools, instruments, as well as consumer goods and defense products. The level of machine production is one of the indicators of a country's industrial development.
General mechanical engineering is represented by such industries as transport engineering (railway, shipbuilding, aviation, rocket and space industry, but without car manufacturing), agricultural engineering, and the production of technological equipment for various industries (excluding light and food industries).
General mechanical engineering is represented by such industries as transport engineering (railway, shipbuilding, aviation, rocket and space industry, but without car manufacturing), agricultural engineering, and the production of technological equipment for various industries (excluding light and food industries).
IT Applications
A modern application is so modern that it does not yet have a generally accepted definition and may never have one. This is because many people associate this term with completely different things: capable of including its various elements, a modern application can achieve a wide range of goals, whether it is aimed at increasing employee productivity, better customer service, or accelerating software release, it can meet many needs of modern organizations.
- Mobile diagnostics
- Implementation of blockchain in medicine
- Artificial intelligence (AI) in medicine
- Unified medical database
- Biohacking
IT Technologies
IT is the most dynamically developing field these days. No other industry changes so rapidly. In it, what is very relevant today becomes outdated by tomorrow. Given such dynamics, no one undertakes to predict the future of the IT industry even for 5 years.
10 strategic trends in the IT industry in 2021
10 strategic trends in the IT industry in 2021
- Devices with self-control functions
- Automated intelligent analytics
- Application of AI in software development
- Digital twins
- Peripheral devices with artificial intelligence
- Interpenetrating technologies
- Blockchain
- Intelligent environment
- Digital world ethics and personal data protection
- Quantum computing
Architecture
With simple forms and materials, more can be said than with stucco and pediments. New technologies and materials have emphasized historical heritage. They showed the character of the premises, preserving valuable signs of the times. Speed is an integral feature of modernity. A place where a person can escape from external reality and find emotional stability is nature. Architects are trying to bring it closer. We see roofs turning green, and trees growing inside houses. In this field, the architectural world is developing rapidly. Innovative materials focused on environmental friendliness and cost reduction are emerging. New opportunities and configurations for market veterans are opening up.
Urbanization
Urbanization is the process of increasing the share of the urban population, accompanied by the growth of the economic, political, and cultural significance of cities compared to rural areas. In most countries of the world, there is a steady trend towards urbanization, which is a natural consequence and stimulus for economic development, passing through the stages of industrialization and post-industrialization.
Urbanization today is one of the main development trends in the world, with the population of cities already exceeding the number of people living in rural areas, and this trend will only intensify. Urbanization provides obvious advantages and opportunities for business development, reflected in consumer concepts, the presence of demand for more diverse products and services, leading to development and strengthening, and the search for new niches for development, as well as the accumulation of human, financial, and information resources.
Urbanization today is one of the main development trends in the world, with the population of cities already exceeding the number of people living in rural areas, and this trend will only intensify. Urbanization provides obvious advantages and opportunities for business development, reflected in consumer concepts, the presence of demand for more diverse products and services, leading to development and strengthening, and the search for new niches for development, as well as the accumulation of human, financial, and information resources.
Ecology
Environmental friendliness and commitment to sustainable development principles are not just trendy but are important competitive advantages for any company. This helps in the fight for customers and in hunting for the best employees in the market.
The trend towards environmental friendliness changes consumer habits and shapes the demand for new goods and services. Therefore, it is also important for businesses to change: environmental friendliness and sustainability become new competitive advantages, and building a green brand helps increase audience loyalty.
The trend towards environmental friendliness changes consumer habits and shapes the demand for new goods and services. Therefore, it is also important for businesses to change: environmental friendliness and sustainability become new competitive advantages, and building a green brand helps increase audience loyalty.
Nanotechnology
Nanotechnology is still technology. A technology that operates with atoms, molecules, and their properties. Properties that arise at the nanometer level. It's still technology. In this regard, it is, as is commonly said, an interdisciplinary direction that combines research in the fields of biology, medicine, physics, and of course, chemistry. So, it is indeed a superstructure, a setting over a scientific basis.
Biotechnology
This is largely explained by the fact that biotechnological tools are still in the process of creation and improvement — this path is similar to the one that the computer took from a building-sized computing machine, capable of only a few operations, to its modern state.
The situation with biotechnology is analogous, we are just at an earlier stage when tools and methods are still being developed. Biotechnology is awaiting the appearance of its "personal computer", only in our case it will not be a widely understood device — it is more about a set of efficient and inexpensive tools.
The situation with biotechnology is analogous, we are just at an earlier stage when tools and methods are still being developed. Biotechnology is awaiting the appearance of its "personal computer", only in our case it will not be a widely understood device — it is more about a set of efficient and inexpensive tools.
Chemical Engineering
Chemical engineering is at the intersection of science and technology. It is one of the main engineering disciplines.
Chemical engineering is about transforming raw materials into useful, everyday products. The clothes we wear, the food and drinks we consume, and the energy we use all depend on chemical engineering. Chemical engineers develop the necessary processes to obtain various target products, which are essential for managing global resources, meeting environmental protection requirements, and ensuring the safety and health of the population.
Chemical engineering is about transforming raw materials into useful, everyday products. The clothes we wear, the food and drinks we consume, and the energy we use all depend on chemical engineering. Chemical engineers develop the necessary processes to obtain various target products, which are essential for managing global resources, meeting environmental protection requirements, and ensuring the safety and health of the population.
Energy Sector
The energy sector is an area of economic activity, science, and technology that encompasses energy resources, production, transmission, transformation, accumulation, and distribution of various types of energy. The goal of the energy sector is to ensure energy production by converting primary, natural energy into secondary energy, such as electrical or thermal energy.
Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurship can manifest in any economic system. It can also be in a state-owned enterprise. However, here the initiative of the company's manager is limited by strict orders and instructions from higher authorities.
In market conditions, success brings a completely different type of entrepreneurship. That is why BUSINESS is one of the directions of our Open Space innovation competition, where you can receive support and advice from certified specialists and experts for the development and improvement of your business.
In market conditions, success brings a completely different type of entrepreneurship. That is why BUSINESS is one of the directions of our Open Space innovation competition, where you can receive support and advice from certified specialists and experts for the development and improvement of your business.
Eco-business
Eco business is focused on environmental friendliness. Relevance, high demand, profitability, and development prospects are the reasons why you should consider starting an eco business or reorienting an existing business to the "eco" format.
Eco business includes entrepreneurial activities that ensure the prevention of pollution, resource- and nature-saving technologies, the use of biotechnology, measures for environmental improvement, recycling, green energy, production of "healthy" food products, clean water, construction goods, building eco-parks, waste disposal, tourism, infrastructure, cultivation of agricultural crops, and raising animals.
Eco business includes entrepreneurial activities that ensure the prevention of pollution, resource- and nature-saving technologies, the use of biotechnology, measures for environmental improvement, recycling, green energy, production of "healthy" food products, clean water, construction goods, building eco-parks, waste disposal, tourism, infrastructure, cultivation of agricultural crops, and raising animals.
Energy Logistics
This is the science of managing and optimizing the flows of electricity, gas, water, heat, oil, etc., transported by stationary transport (pipelines, wires, etc.), flows of related services, as well as associated information and financial flows in systems of electricity, gas, water, heat, oil supply, the chemical industry and other continuous productions, where a large amount of equipment working together is used, connected by pipes and/or wires to achieve the goals set before them.
Hereafter, for simplicity, the flows of electricity, gas, liquid, and heat transported by stationary means of transport (pipelines, wires, etc.) are collectively referred to as energy flows. And systems whose main area of activity is energy logistics are collectively referred to as logistics energy systems (LES).
Hereafter, for simplicity, the flows of electricity, gas, liquid, and heat transported by stationary means of transport (pipelines, wires, etc.) are collectively referred to as energy flows. And systems whose main area of activity is energy logistics are collectively referred to as logistics energy systems (LES).
Neurobiology
Studies the nervous system of humans and animals, considering issues of structure, functioning, development, physiology, pathology of the nervous system and the brain.
Neurobiology is a very broad scientific field, covering many directions such as neurophysiology, neurochemistry, neurogenetics.
Neurobiology closely interacts with cognitive sciences, psychology, and increasingly influences the study of socio-psychological phenomena. According to experts, in addition to solving "serious" tasks, neurobiology developments can soon be used for entertainment purposes, for example, in the computer games industry to make them even more realistic for players, in creating special sports exoskeletons, and also in the military industry.
Neurobiology is a very broad scientific field, covering many directions such as neurophysiology, neurochemistry, neurogenetics.
Neurobiology closely interacts with cognitive sciences, psychology, and increasingly influences the study of socio-psychological phenomena. According to experts, in addition to solving "serious" tasks, neurobiology developments can soon be used for entertainment purposes, for example, in the computer games industry to make them even more realistic for players, in creating special sports exoskeletons, and also in the military industry.
«Machine Learning»
«Machine Learning» signifies a multitude of mathematical, statistical, and computational methods for developing algorithms capable of solving tasks not directly, but based on finding patterns in diverse input data. Machine learning is used for diagnostics, forecasting, recognition, and decision-making in various applied fields: from medicine to banking activities.
Electronics
Traditionally, electronics are divided into two areas: the development of the component base and the design of electronic circuits. The component base consists of electronic devices with various characteristics. It is divided into the class of vacuum devices and solid-state electronics. In electrical circuits, the component base consists of devices for the use, registration, and processing of electrical signals. The processed signal is reproduced in a convenient form (monitor screen, television, sound, etc.). Electronic circuits are presented in analog and digital form. Analog circuits amplify and process the analog signal. For example, microphones and telephones. Digital circuits are designed to work with a signal of quantum nature. These are computers, controllers, and many other devices. Electronics and nanoelectronics are widely used both in everyday life and in various fields of science. The merging of various sciences is taking place, electronic biotechnologies, artificial intelligence, and much more are developing.
Data Science
Data Science is the work with big data (English: Big Data). Big data refers to large volumes of unstructured information, such as weather data over a period, search query statistics, sports competition results, microorganism genome databases, and more. The specialist who does this work is called a data scientist (or Data Scientist). The result of a data scientist's work is a predictive model. Simply put, it's a software algorithm that finds the optimal solution to the given problem.
Optics
Optics (from Ancient Greek ὀπτική "science of visual perceptions") is a branch of physics that studies the behavior and properties of light, including its interaction with matter and the creation of instruments that use or detect it. Optics usually describes the behavior of visible, ultraviolet, and infrared radiation. Most optical phenomena can be explained using classical electrodynamics. Wave optics is a more complete model of light that includes wave effects such as diffraction and interference, which are not considered in geometric optics. Quantum optics uses quantum mechanics to describe optical systems. Optics has wide applications and is studied in many related disciplines, including astronomy, medicine, engineering, photography, and various industries. Methods and instruments of optics can be found and developed in various everyday things, including glasses, lenses, telescopes, microscopes, lasers, and fiber optics.
Artificial Intelligence
Artificial intelligence is the ability of a digital computer or a computer-controlled robot to perform tasks usually associated with intelligent beings. The term is often applied to the development of systems endowed with intellectual processes characteristic of humans, such as the ability to reason, generalize, or learn from past experience. Moreover, the definition of AI (artificial intelligence) boils down to describing a complex of related technologies and processes, such as machine learning, virtual agents, and expert systems.
Design
Design (from English — design — "to project") is the set of actions of an individual or a group of people in the artistic construction of various products. Design also refers to the result of the process of designing objects or items (for example, the design of an airplane or a book). The process of developing a design cannot be called monotonous work. On the contrary, designer-artists constantly have to create — to invent and implement revolutionary ideas in their projects in various fields of life. It is believed that in the broadest sense, design is not only intended for artistic construction, but should also participate in solving broader socio-technical problems of production, consumption, human existence in the environment, the rational construction of items and functional properties. The main feature of design is technical aesthetics.
Construction
Construction is one of the oldest fields of human activity. People built homes and utility structures thousands of years ago. As our society evolved and developed, construction technologies improved. Modern buildings, constructed using innovative methods and modern materials, are highly convenient to use and durable. In our time, the construction industry has a rather complex and dynamic structure. The field of material production; the construction and reconstruction of buildings and structures for various purposes; a separate building (structure) with a territory for performing work; in a broader sense — the process of creation. Construction products are completed and prepared for operation industrial enterprises, residential buildings, public buildings and structures, and other facilities.
Smart Materials
"Intelligent" or "smart" materials are materials whose properties change under the influence of external factors. These factors can include mechanical loads, electric or magnetic fields, temperature, light, humidity, the chemical properties of the environment, etc. The change in the properties of smart materials is reversible and can be repeated many times.
Types of "Intelligent" Materials
Types of "Intelligent" Materials
- Self-healing materials, which can independently repair defects that occur in them.
- Shape memory alloys restore their original shape upon heating after deformation.
- Self-lubricating materials, which reduce friction or wear. They are used as coatings that possess hardness to reduce wear or low surface roughness to reduce adhesion and wear.
- Self-cleaning materials repel water, organic substances, and reduce adhesion.
- Piezoelectric materials generate electricity when subjected to mechanical loads. They are used for converting electrical signals into mechanical signals and vice versa.
- Photochromic intelligent materials change shape under the influence of light.
Data Science
Data Science is the work with big data (English: Big Data). Big data refers to large volumes of unstructured information, such as weather data over a period, search query statistics, sports competition results, microorganism genome databases, and more. The specialist who does this work is called a data scientist (or Data Scientist). The result of a data scientist's work is a predictive model. Simply put, it's a software algorithm that finds the optimal solution to the given problem.
Click Chemistry
Click chemistry is a set of chemical reactions adapted for the fast and reliable synthesis of various chemical compounds by connecting relatively small numbers of small elements together. The model of a click-chemical reaction involves two different polymers joining with an active substance to form a new one. The simplicity of this reaction is comparable to assembling a Lego set. The concept of click chemistry lies in the uniqueness and simplicity of the chemical reactions: no complex conditions, high yield, and selectivity of the process make click chemistry a convenient tool for conducting various biomedical manipulations. Click chemistry is not a specific reaction but a concept encompassing a wide range of chemical reactions discovered before the term was coined. In biopolymer chemistry, azide-alkyne interactions were extensively used to obtain various heterocyclic compounds. Click chemistry has found applications in medicine and biology, and we are promoting this process further.
Automobile Engineering
The automotive industry, or automobile engineering, is a distinct branch of modern industry that specializes in the design and creation of transportation means that do not use a rail base and are equipped with an autonomous engine that drives the entire vehicle. Internal combustion engines are usually used, but alternative power sources for engines are becoming increasingly popular recently.
Robotics
Robotics is a branch of applied science that deals with the design, production, and application of automated technical systems - robots. A robot is a programmable mechanical device capable of acting without human assistance. Acting according to a pre-set program and receiving information about the external world from sensors (analogous to the sense organs of living organisms), the robot independently performs production and other operations usually performed by humans or animals. Moreover, the robot can either have a connection with an operator (work on command) or act autonomously. The manipulator, controlled by software, is responsible for the manipulative robot's actions, and software is responsible for the manipulative robot's movements. Manipulative robots have become widespread in mechanical engineering and production industries. A mobile robot is more agile than a manipulator because it has a moving chassis with engines and controllable drives - the robot's "muscles".
Manipulators
Manipulators in production represent systems that maximize the automation of workers' labor. Their application includes moving large, heavy objects, and loads, precisely positioning them relative to spatial coordinates. The use of lifting mechanisms protects workers from excessive loads, reducing the risk of injuries and occupational diseases. Robots help to significantly increase productivity while reducing time costs. Standardly, such an industrial mechanism, like a hand manipulator, can have from 3 to 6 degrees of mobility. The first six allow performing actions in a certain work area, precise positioning of the object. Having more than six degrees of mobility allows the hand to overcome various obstacles. Industrial manipulators are called robots if they are controlled by an operator, or automatic if no specialist participation is required. According to the method of activation, the mechanisms can be electromechanical (with a microprocessor) or pneumatic (compressed air supplied by a compressor). To move or transport vacuum packages or loads, vacuum lifters operating with the help of a vacuum gripping mechanism are used.
Neurolinguistics
Neurolinguistics is a modern discipline that emerged due to the development of computer technology and the convergence of scientific interests in neurology and linguistics. It belongs to the field of cognitive sciences. The focus of the new discipline shifted from studying language as a tool of communication to the neurological reactions of the brain during communication. Here, two important aspects of research should be highlighted:
Neurolinguistics studies the work of the brain and its properties during speech activity, thinking, consciousness, perception, and memory. These aspects establish neurolinguistics as an interdisciplinary science, which is closest to psycholinguistics. Sometimes they are considered a single science.
- The brain's perception of language as a means of communication, i.e., the study of external factors;
- Language as a product of interaction between different brain regions, i.e., internal conditions and factors of communication.
Neurolinguistics studies the work of the brain and its properties during speech activity, thinking, consciousness, perception, and memory. These aspects establish neurolinguistics as an interdisciplinary science, which is closest to psycholinguistics. Sometimes they are considered a single science.
Biofuel
Biofuel is called fuel derived from biomass. Internal combustion engines of mobile and stationary devices operate on it. Biological fuel usually replaces (diesel fuel, gasoline, natural gas) and is used in its pure form or as an additive. Biofuel is an alternative renewable energy resource. It is obtained from plant or animal raw materials, as well as biological waste. Today, all advanced countries are searching for fuel that will eventually be able to replace traditional gasoline, kerosene, and diesel. Biofuel has many advantages. It is renewable and causes minimal harm to the environment, and its production is safe. When biological substances burn, the amount of carbon dioxide emitted is significantly lower compared to traditional energy sources – the difference can reach 65%.
Hydrogen Energy
Hydrogen is the ideal source of energy and an environmentally acceptable fuel. One of the main ideas in the modern race for environmentally acceptable energy technologies is the aim for further decarbonization of atmospheric air (reducing the share of "greenhouse" carbon dioxide emissions). For these purposes, the consumption of fuel oil, oil, and coal is being reduced. Their replacement by hydrogen and natural gas continues. The positions of nuclear energy are being strengthened and the volumes of use of renewable energy sources (RES) are actively increasing. In the future, the struggle for efficient energy sources and progressive decarbonization of the atmosphere will inevitably involve the accelerated development of hydrogen energy. This will require a significant reduction in the cost of hydrogen production and the implementation of acceptable solutions for its transportation, storage, and use.
Bionics
Bionics is the science of creating artificial systems that possess some characteristics of living systems. Bionics is not a specialized science. It is an interdisciplinary topic closely related to biology. It can be compared to cybernetics: bionics and cybernetics are called two sides of the same coin. Both disciplines use models of living systems: bionics for finding new ideas for useful artificial machines and systems, cybernetics for finding explanations for the behavior of living organisms. Bionics pertains to the flow of concepts from biology to engineering and vice versa.
Bionics (also known as biomimetics, bionics, biomimicry, or bionic creative engineering) is the application of biological methods and systems found in nature for studying and designing engineering systems and modern technologies.
Bionics (also known as biomimetics, bionics, biomimicry, or bionic creative engineering) is the application of biological methods and systems found in nature for studying and designing engineering systems and modern technologies.
ESG and Green Technologies
ESG can be decoded as "environment, social policy, and corporate governance." In a broad sense, this is the sustainable development of commercial activities, which is based on the following principles:
Green economy: how industrial policy is changing around the world and here is the new trend in all projects and developments of new technologies. ESG regulation is the policy principle of all green technologies. Mandatory information disclosure standards regarding ESG issues. Regulatory norms in the field of ESG are beginning to include from recommendation forms to mandatory requirements. In regulatory practices, similar changes can also be expected in the near future. The development of ESG projects is aimed at further improving the economic responsibility of production, reducing environmental impact, strengthening social responsibility, and improving the quality of corporate governance in general.
- responsible attitude towards the environment (Eng., E - environment);
- high social responsibility (Eng., S - social);
- high quality of corporate governance (Eng., G - governance).
Green economy: how industrial policy is changing around the world and here is the new trend in all projects and developments of new technologies. ESG regulation is the policy principle of all green technologies. Mandatory information disclosure standards regarding ESG issues. Regulatory norms in the field of ESG are beginning to include from recommendation forms to mandatory requirements. In regulatory practices, similar changes can also be expected in the near future. The development of ESG projects is aimed at further improving the economic responsibility of production, reducing environmental impact, strengthening social responsibility, and improving the quality of corporate governance in general.
Quantum Technologies
Quantum technology is a field of physics that utilizes specific features of quantum mechanics, primarily quantum entanglement. The goal of quantum technology is to create systems and devices based on quantum principles. Potential practical implementations include quantum computing and quantum computers, quantum cryptography, quantum teleportation, quantum metrology, quantum sensors, and quantum imaging.
Additive Technologies
Additive technologies (from English Additive Fabrication) is a general term for technologies that involve creating a product based on a digital model (or CAD model) by the method of layer-by-layer addition (add, English – to add, hence the name) of material. Additive technologies are used to create physical models, prototypes, samples, tooling, and final products. Materials used include metals, polymers, ceramic, glass, composite components, and biomaterials. The principle of additive technologies is based on the process of creating thin horizontal layers from 3D models, made using automated design systems (CAD) and 3D scanners. Additive technologies simplify and accelerate the product development process. Companies implement additive technologies in production to reduce production time, improve product quality, and reduce costs.
Geology
Geology is a multifaceted science that is classified into various branches depending on research subjects, analysis technologies, objects of study, theoretical foundations, or areas of practical application. Below are the main aspects of geology and their benefits to humanity.
Minerals
The branch of geology that studies natural minerals is called mineralogy. The development of this science expands our knowledge in the following areas:
- Chemical composition of materials. All minerals are solid natural materials with inorganic composition. They are typically characterized by rigid crystal lattices, stable properties, and consistent chemical structures.
- Discovery of new minerals and their modifications. This involves continuous analysis of the Earth's crust and the extraction of samples. As of today, over 5,000 types of minerals have been identified, most of which are silicon-containing.
- Physical properties of minerals. Scientists study parameters such as strength, hardness, fire resistance, water resistance, and more, which enable their use in construction and industry.
Geodesy
Geodesy is the science of the Earth, its shape, size, and parameters. It involves determining the coordinates of objects on the Earth's surface and representing territories on maps and plans. Geodesy is divided into several branches:
- Applied (engineering) geodesy.
- Cartography and topography.
- Marine geodesy for measurements in aquatic areas.
- Aerial geodesy using aerial photography.
- Higher geodesy to study Earth's crust movements and gravity.
- Space geodesy involving satellites.
Mining
Mining covers the processes of extracting valuable minerals from the Earth’s crust. It begins with the exploration of deposits to determine their reserves, quality, and economic feasibility. Geophysical methods, maps, and diagrams are used for planning. Key stages include:
- Exploration of deposits.
- Opening deposits through underground and open-pit mining.
- Preparatory and extraction works.
- Transportation of extracted materials to the surface.
Metallurgy
Metallurgy is both a science and an industrial sector focused on obtaining metals from ores and processing them. Its main directions include:
- Production of ferrous metals (steel, cast iron).
- Production of non-ferrous metals (copper, aluminum, titanium).
- Creation of alloys and metal processing.
Sports Sciences
Sports sciences study physiological, psychological, and biomechanical aspects of physical activity:
- Biomechanics. Analyzes body movement from a mechanical perspective.
- Physiology. Studies how the body reacts to physical stress and recovery processes.
- Sports psychology. Focuses on motivation, stress resilience, and psychological preparation.
- Sports medicine. Prevents injuries and ensures athletes’ health.
- Sports management. Organizes and manages sports events, clubs, and finances.
Food Safety
Food safety is a science aimed at preventing harmful substances from entering food. It plays a crucial role in ensuring food security, health, and quality of life. Key measures include:
- Hygiene in production and at home.
- Compliance with storage and transportation standards.
Hydrogeology
Hydrogeology studies the origin, composition, and movement of groundwater and its interactions with rocks. Key tasks include:
- Assessing groundwater resources.
- Monitoring water quality.
- Studying geological processes like permafrost phenomena.
Drones
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), commonly referred to as drones, are used for:
- Monitoring territories.
- Aerial photography.
- Delivering goods.
- Civilian and military tasks.
Water Resources
Water resources include rivers, lakes, seas, underground water, and glaciers. They are renewable but require rational use. Modern technologies, such as desalination, help mitigate freshwater shortages. Managing water resources involves:
- Designing water management systems.
- Implementing innovative irrigation technologies.
- Monitoring ecological safety.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Open Space?
The Open Space high technology contest is a platform for identifying the best innovative projects for further investment and is focused on supporting, implementing, and developing technological entrepreneurship in Kazakhstan.
Who can participate in the contest?
Kazakh-Russian-speaking participants aged 18-40, who are implementing idea projects and have submitted an application for participation in accordance with the terms of the contest, can participate in the contest.
What does participation in the contest give?
The winners of the contest receive the right to obtain investments, an invitation to partnership, or an offer to sell the project as an idea or implement it on an outsourcing basis. Also, as participants from previous cohorts say, it is an incredible experience and the opportunity to gain valuable knowledge from our mentors.
How long does the contest last?
The duration of the Open Space contest is 6 months.
How many stages are there in the Open Space contest?
The contest consists of 3 stages.
1st stage - submission of applications and participant projects, and an introductory part.
2nd stage - training and project control stage.
3rd stage - final preparation of mentors and participants on the project.
Contest finale. Projects are evaluated by an independent invited jury.
1st stage - submission of applications and participant projects, and an introductory part.
2nd stage - training and project control stage.
3rd stage - final preparation of mentors and participants on the project.
Contest finale. Projects are evaluated by an independent invited jury.
Is there any information about investors?
All information about investors is anonymous. If an investor is interested in your project, our company will contact you regarding this matter.
In what format are the stages and trainings conducted?
Trainings and control stages are conducted online. The contest final takes place in both offline and online formats in the capital of Kazakhstan.
How many participants can be in a team?
There are no restrictions on the number of participants. Team selection is strictly based on the application and in accordance with the project's criteria. However, it is important to remember that the work of each participant is evaluated individually by the company.
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