CRDTH

CRDTH is expanded into Common Research and Technology Development Hub and is sponsored by Department of Scientific and Industrial Research. This hub will help local micro and small enterprises develop technological solutions for off-grid and on-grid renewable energy systems and nurture start-ups.

Project
Department of Electrical Engineering of NIT Andhra Pradesh in collaboration with other departments of the institute will be leading the work related to the project of CRDTH.

India has crossed the milestone of 100 GW in renewable energy generation and moved towards strong green and sustainable energy transition, he said. Speaking further about CRDTH, Professor Rao said this CRDTH will bridge the gap between academia and industries and will strengthen the relationship for mutual benefits.

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I congratulate the Department of Electrical Engineering of NIT Andhra Pradesh for creating such a Research and Development Centre and shows gratitude to DSIR for the sanction of the project, he said.

Ø Delivering first hand Research and Development technological solutions to the MSEs’ in the Renewable Energy sector including testing services

Ø Developing data-driven simulation and design tools for assessment of renewable resource potential, cost assessment, operation-maintenance planning and risk assessment through testing and characterising of renewable resources

Ø Designing and developing solutions to the decentralized power generation and to increase the penetration of renewable energies to the grid

Ø Developing optimal sizing and power control strategies for hybrid renewable systems consisting of photovoltaic, wind, hydro, fuel cells including battery management.

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Ø Analyzing the power converters efficiency and reliability by developing loss models and mission profile parameters taken at MSE’s location towards the selection of suitable power converters in renewable systems

Ø Supporting MSEs in technological solutions towards Power quality enhancement in off-grid and on-grid renewable energy systems

Ø Skill development of manpower of MSEs through training and capacity building programmes

Ø The information on deliverables of the research outcome/testing equipment will be shared with MSEs through an online interactive portal

Key objectives
Dr. V. Sandeep, Head, Department of Electrical Engineering at NIT Andhra Pradesh spoke about objectives of CRDTH. CRDTH will cater to the needs of Renewable Energy-based Micro and Small Enterprises in Vishakhapatnam and Chennai industrial corridor supporting Government’s ‘Make in India’ initiative by the inclusion of various stakeholders’ expertise in the Institute.

We will improve the skill sets of Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) manpower in the creation of a platform that will facilitate training in special areas of renewable system. Dr. Sandeep is also project manager at CRDTH.

CRDTH facilitates Micro and Small Enterprises to participate in building alternative systems for sources of energy and encourages Indigenous design, development and manufacturing capability of cost-effective processing equipment and energy-efficient technologies to reduce energy consumption, he said.

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Dr. P. Sankar is also the project manager with CRDTH. Dr Dinesh P. Sankar Reddy, Registrar In-charge, NIT Andhra Pradesh, appreciated the working team and encouraged the faculty members for applying such industry-sponsored research projects towards strengthening the academia-industry relationships of the institute.

This collaboration agreement seeks to capitalize on the strengths of both institutions, broadening the learning experience for students enrolled in the Bachelor of Science (BS) programs at IIT Madras and undergraduate programs at IIT Palakkad.

To date, over 30,000 students are actively participating in this program, fostering a vibrant and interactive learning community, say sources from IIT Palakkad.

Director of IIT Madras

Welcoming this collaboration, Prof. V. Kamakoti, Director, IIT Madras, said IIT Madras is committed to reach quality education to every deserving student in our country. This initiative with IIT Palakkad is a very significant step towards reaching the goals.

We are enthusiastic about mentoring these bright minds. Our courses and internships have a strong emphasis on hands-on learning and innovation, said director of IIT Palakkad.

This collaboration with IIT Madras will build a robust foundation that equips students with the skills, insights, and networks they need to excel, he said.

Key features

The key features of this collaboration include:

Ø Credit Transfer from IITPkd Courses: IIT Madras BS (Data Science and Applications) students who meet the eligibility criteria can fulfil their credit requirements by taking courses at IIT Palakkad, promoting an exchange of academic resources and expertise.

Ø Access to IIT Madras Courses for IIT Palakkad Students: The MoU allows undergraduate students at IIT Palakkad to enrol in courses on Data Science and Programming from the IIT Madras BS program, ensuring equitable access to these cutting-edge skills.

Ø Support for Additional Initiatives: The collaboration will also facilitate student exchange programs, internship opportunities, and other joint initiatives.

Commitment

This collaboration between IIT Madras and IITPkd highlights the commitment of both institutions to enrich student experiences through cross-disciplinary exposure, practical learning, and research opportunities.

It aims to create a robust academic ecosystem that utilizes the expertise and infrastructure of both IITs.

Collaboration

IIT Madras has been collaborating with other leading institutions in the country to provide in-person learning opportunities for final-year students in the BS program.

IIT Gandhinagar, IIIT Hyderabad, and Chennai Mathematical Institute (CMI) have already made their campus courses available to eligible students from the IIT Madras BS (Data Science) degree program.

About IIT Palakkad

Established in 2015, the Indian Institute of Technology, Palakkad is dedicated to creating an environment that enables students and faculty to engage in the pursuit of knowledge, to dream, think, and innovate thereby becoming change agents for a better world.

Having begun with just 120 students in July 2015, IIT Palakkad has since grown into an establishment that is about a thousand students strong and with the best manpower in key positions.

IITPkd aims to become a multi-disciplinary institution with 5000 students by its 10th year. The Institute recognizes collective growth, in collaboration with industry and other academic institutions, as the need of the time and emphasizes blue-sky research and directed research as two essential pillars of technology development.

The Institute embraces a vision to be a leader in cross-disciplinary inquiries, and to contribute to the potential that India’s demographic dividend represents for the country and the world, which is embodied in the motto of the institute “Nurturing minds for a better world”.

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