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DEPARTMENT OF MECHATRONICS

About Us

Centre for Automation and Robotics at Hindustan University was established on 20th October 2014 to promote educational and research activities in the field of robotics, automation and computer vision. This Centre bridges the gap between industries and University with a distinctive capability to harness the intellectual energy of academia to impact Indian industries. It is established as an interdisciplinary  center for schools of mechanical, electronics, electrical, aeronautical and computer sciences of Hindustan University in response to the rapidly  growing interest of Indian industries in robotics and automation in recent years. In order to propel the center through its visionary path, committees are formed at different organization levels 

VISION

 A research team with synergetic strengths emphasizes on robotics and automation related research,product development, teaching, training and consultancy with a goal to innovate and disseminate new knowledge to meet the needs of industries and society 

MISSION

To engage in multidisciplinary research in the fields of robotics and automation, condition monitoring, vision system and artificial intelligence.Centre strives to provide solutions which will support industrial automation systems. It also focuses on providing the students with a varied academic and research experience on industrial automation and robotics, and helps the University in educating the future work force in meeting the oncoming technical challenges and  advancements in the field of automation and robotics.

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Our Courses

The courses are offered by the Department of Mechanical Engineering and supported by the Centre for Automation & Robotics.

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Vision & Mission

Vision

To excel in innovation and collaborative research, promoting technical and entrepreneurial skills.

Mission

The Mechanical Engineering department continuously strives,

  • M1. To provide a conducive academic environment with contemporary and innovative curricula imparting high quality education
  • M2. To offer state of the art laboratory infrastructure to enhance fundamental research
  • M3. To maintain an environment to work closely with industries to materialize collaborative and applied research
  • M4. To impart technical, managerial and lifelong learning skills, embedded with ethical values and social relevance.
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Curriculam and Syllabus

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Our Faculty

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Dr D DINAKARAN

Centre Head & Professor

Specialization: Condition Monitoring and Manufacturing Automation

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Dr D G Harris Samuel

Senior Professor

Specialization: Metallurgy

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Dr M M Ramya

Professor

Specialization: Machine Learning, Machine Vision

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Dr RM Kuppan Chetty

Associate Professor

Specialization: Mobile Robots

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Dr Nakendra Kumar

Assistant Professor

Specialization: Condition Monitoring

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Dr A Joshuva

Assistant Professor

Specialization: Condition Monitoring

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Mr G Deenadhayalan

Associate Professor

Specialization: Machine Dynamics

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Mr U P Vignesh

Assistant Professor

Specialization: Mechatronics

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Mr R Janakiraman

Assistant Professor

Specialization: Electronics & Instrumentation

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Mrs Manju Mohan

Associate Professor

Specialization: Electronics & Communication, Sensors

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Mrs N Seenu

Assistant Professor

Specialization: Mobile Robots, Algorithms

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Mr A Vinoth Kumar

Assistant Professor

Specialization: Virtual Instrumentation

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Facilities

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3D Printer

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3D Printer

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CNC Vertical Machining Centre

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CNC Vertical Machining Centre

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Flexible Manufacturing System

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Flexible Manufacturing System

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Robotics Lab

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Robotics Lab

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Robotics Training

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Robotics Training

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SMC Electro Pneumatics Trainer Kit

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SMC Electro Pneumatics Trainer Kit

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SMC Pneumatic Trainer Kit

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SMC Pneumatic Trainer Kit

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SMC Pneumatics Lab

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SMC Pneumatics Lab

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SMC Pneumatics Lab

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SMC Pneumatics Lab

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Virtual Reality Lab

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Virtual Reality Lab

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YASKAWA Deburring Robot

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YASKAWA Deburring Robot

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YASKAWA Vision Based Pick & Place Robot

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YASKAWA Vision Based Pick & Place Robot

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Job Opportunities

On completion of the course students have the opportunity to pursue research across the globe in reputed institutions. Moreover, the students get placement in reputed Manufacturing, Automobile, Energy, Refrigeration and Air-conditioning Industries.

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Programme Educational Objectives

PEOs of B. Tech Mechatronics Engineering are:

  • PEO1: Successful career and adaptability to industry: Graduates will exhibit knowledge and skills to apply mechatronics engineering to address real world problems.
  • PEO2:Modern design tools and multi-disciplinary project execution: Graduates shall demonstrate practical and innovative skills in integrating various mechatronics elements through group design and project work in an industry, research or academia
  • PEO3:Contribution to interdisciplinary field and lifelong learning: Graduates shall conduct research in interdisciplinary topics and contribute to scientific community/ society/ industries
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Programme Specific Outcomes

The PSOs of B. Tech Mechatronics Engineering are:

  • PSO1: Design, develop and evaluate elements of mechatronic systems
  • PSO2: Interface and integrate mechatronics systems to align with global industrial standards satisfying the societal needs 
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Collaborators

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Research

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  • 15+ Research Scholars 
  • 100+ Publications 
  • 650+ Citations 
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Funded Research Projects

Intelligent System for Underwater Image Processing
Trainer for Tactical Warfare
Computerized Thickness Gauging of Inverted Housing Casting using Ultrasonics
Developing Technologies to Manufacture Specific Grades of Austempered Ductile Iron for Automotive Components
Gas Purging System
NDT Automation
Assistive Robot for Elderly
Development of a mobile wall climbing robot for the internal non-destructive testing (NDT) of storage tanks and for project based learning on mechatronics programs
Adaptive control of robotic fettling for asymmetric geometry and close tolerance cast components
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Funded Establishment Projects

SMC Advanced Pneumatics Lab
YASKAWA Robotics Lab
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Events

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Demonstration of Quadcopter developed by Mr Abishek, Student

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Demonstration of Quadcopter developed by Mr Abishek, Student

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Quadcopter developed by Mr Abishek, Student

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Quadcopter developed by Mr Abishek, Student

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Workshop on making a Robot

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Workshop on making a Robot

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Lecture by Prof. Pietro Valdastri, Leeds University, UK

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Lecture by Prof. Pietro Valdastri, Leeds University, UK

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First Lego League

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First Lego League

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First Lego League

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First Lego League

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First Lego League

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First Lego League

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Demonstration of Assitive Robot

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Demonstration of Assitive Robot

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Lecture by Dr Abdeljalil Bennecer, University of Northampton, UK

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Lecture by Dr Abdeljalil Bennecer, University of Northampton, UK

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Training on Robotics through Robotics Club

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Training on Robotics through Robotics Club

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Workshop on Design Thinking

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Workshop on Design Thinking

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Assistive Robot developed by Mr Karthik kumar, Student

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Assistive Robot developed by Mr Karthik kumar, Student

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Robotic Football League in collaboration with RAIF

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Robotic Football League in collaboration with RAIF

INDUSTRIAL VISITS 

As a part of Mechatronics program industry visits are arranged every semester to provide exposure towards the industry and corporate world

GUEST LECTURES/WORKSHOPS  

Round the year, guest talks, seminars and workshops are organized wherein eminent personalities from the corporate world and renowned institutions are invited to share real life experiences with students. A good blend of theory and practice is experienced by students

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Awards 

Faculty Awards  

  • Dr D Dinakaran - 'Best Young Technology Faculty Award' in 2014 by EET - Research Wing, India
  • Mr Shyam R Nair - 'BES Alumni Award' in 2015 from the Honorable Home Minister of Kerala
  • Dr D Dinakaran - '40 Under 40: Most Inspiring Teachers Award' by Indian Express in 2017
  • Dr M M Ramya - 'Excellence in Research and Development Award' by Entrepreneurship Society Council of India in 2018
  • Dr M M Ramya - WTUN Faculty exchange award in 2019

Student achievement in 2019 

  • Design Excellence Award - AUAP VEX International Robotics Competition, Philippines - Sep 2019
  • Runner - Robovanza, R&I IEEE CBIT Club, Hyderabad - Sep 2019
  • Winner - INSTRONIX'19 -Line follower SRM University - 2019
  • Winner - CARTE BLANCHE 19- Line follower MIT Chennai - 2019
  • Runner - ROBOTRIX Line follower VIT Chennai - 2019
  • Winner - ROBO SOCCER event at Sastra University - 2019
  • Selected for ENVISION Innovation Challenge - 2019
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Recognitions

Invited talks 

  • Dr D Dinakaran - CII Conference in June 2015
  • Dr D Dinakaran - Condition Monitoring Conference organized by CVRDE and CMSI in Dec 2015
  • Dr M M Ramya - Inclusive Manufacturing Forum organized by NIAS, IISc in 2017
  • Dr M M Ramya - AICTE sponsored Faculty Development Programme on IoT for ambient assistive technology organized by KCG College of Technology in Oct 2017
  • Dr D Dinakaran - Visiting Professors Conference organized by Royal Academy of Engineering, UK in Sep 2017
  • Dr D Dinakaran - National Conference on Condition Monitoring NCCM-17 organized by IGCAR and CMSI in Oct 2017
  • Dr D Dinakaran - AICTE sponsored National Seminar on Trends in Robotics organized by Sethu Institute Technology, Madurai in Nov 2017
  • Dr D Dinakaran - in AICTE sponsored Faculty Development Programme on Composite Materials organized by Sairam Institute of Technology, Chennai in Nov 2017
  • Dr M M Ramya - World Technology University Congress 3, IIT Madras in Dec 2018
  • Dr M M Ramya - World Technology University Congress 4, National Taiwan University of Science & Technology, Taiwan in Oct 2019

Others 

  • Dr D Dinakaran - Session Chair and Participation in Research Colloquium in International Conference on Automation, Robotics and Mechatronics organized by SRM University in May 2017
  • Dr M M Ramya - Advisor - Centre for Machine Vision at Marwadi University, Gujarat
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Contact Us

Our Location 

Centre for Automation & Robotics,

School of Mechanical Sciences, Jubilee Block,

Hindustan Institute of Technology & Science,

No. 1, Rajiv Gandhi Salai (OMR), Padur 603 103, Chennai

Call: +91-44-2747 4262/ 2747 / 4395 Extn : 213, 214

Email: anro@hindustanuniv.ac.in