Mechatronics is the synergic combination of mechanical, electrical, electronics, computer science and information technology, which includes control systems used to design products with built-in intelligence.
Mechatronics is the synergic combination of mechanical, electrical, electronics, computer science and information technology, which includes control systems used to design products with built-in intelligence. The AICTE accredited program is designed to provide quality education for undergraduate students through a blend of theoretical, research and practical learning that can propel you into a rewarding career with many top firms in the Automation and Manufacturing sector as well as prominent government institutions. The program is accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA) and the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET, UK). Mechatronics engineering program blends the pertinent aspects of mechatronics system modeling, sensors, actuators, controllers and real-time computer interfacing. The program focuses on all the topics needed to develop a good understanding of the basic principles used in mechatronics engineering.
To be a globally recognized Mechatronics Engineering department, and to excel in innovation and collaborative research, promoting technical and entrepreneurial skills.
Mission
The Mechanical Engineering Department at HITS provides:
Experience a modern learning environment with innovative curricula, including a comprehensive Mechatronics Engineering syllabus designed for exceptional education.
Access state-of-the-art labs at our best Mechatronics Engineering College that enhance fundamental research and provide hands-on learning opportunities, ensuring a successful career.
Benefit from a platform that fosters industry collaborations, turning collective research into impactful, practical innovations.
Explore possibilities to refine technical and managerial skills while incorporating ethical values and social relevance, preparing you for a flourishing and impactful career.
PEO, PO and PSO
DEPARTMENT OF MECHATRONICS ENGINEERING
Program Educational Objectives (PEOs)
Program Educational Objectives (PEOs) are broad statements that describe the career and professional accomplishments that our Mechatronic Engineering Course is preparing graduates to achieve.
Program Educational Objectives (PEOs) of B Tech Mechatronics Engineering are:
PEO 1: Successful Career and Adaptability to Industry: Mechatronics Engineering degree graduates will exhibit knowledge and skills for the practice of the course to address real-world engineering problems
PEO 2: Modern Design Tools and Multi-disciplinary Project Execution: Graduates shall demonstrate practical and innovative skills in integrating various mechatronics engineering course elements through group design and project work in an industry, research or academia and Entrepreneurship
PEO 3: Contribution to Interdisciplinary Field and Lifelong Learning: Graduates shall pursue masters and research by conducting original research in related disciplines or interdisciplinary topics, contribute to the scientific community /society /industries
Program Outcomes (PO)
At the end of the B Tech Mechatronics Engineering course, graduates will be able to
PO 1 : Engineering Knowledge: Apply the knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals, and an engineering specialization to the solution of complex engineering problems.
PO 2 : Problem Analysis: Identify, formulate, research literature, and analyse complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using the first principles of mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering sciences
PO 3 : Design/development of Solutions: Design solutions for complex engineering problems and design system components or processes that meet the specified needs with appropriate consideration for public health and safety, and the cultural, societal, and environmental considerations
PO 4 : Conduct Investigations of Complex Problems: Use research-based knowledge and research methods including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of the information to provide valid conclusions
PO 5 : Modern Tool Usage: Create, select, and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools including prediction and modelling to complex engineering activities with an understanding of the limitations
PO 6 : The Engineer and Society: Apply reasoning informed by the contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to the professional engineering practice
PO 7 : Environment and Sustainability: Understand the impact of professional engineering solutions in societal and environmental contexts, and demonstrate the knowledge of, and need for sustainable development
PO 8 : Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of the engineering practice
PO 9 : Individual and Teamwork: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse teams, and in multidisciplinary settings
PO 10: Communication: Communicate effectively on complex engineering activities with the engineering community and with society at large, such as being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions
PO 11: Project Management and Finance: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the engineering and management principles and apply these to one’s work, as a member and leader in a team, to manage projects and in multidisciplinary environments
PO 12: Life-long Learning: Recognize the need for and have the preparation and ability to engage in independent and life-long learning in the broadest context of technological change.
Program Specific Outcomes (PSO)
PSO 1: Design, develop and evaluate elements of mechatronic systems
PSO 2: Interface and integrate mechatronics systems to align with global industrial standards satisfying societal needs.
Dr. M. M. Ramya, Intelligent System for Adaptive Enhancement of Underwater Images for Accurate Object Recognition , Naval Research Board - INR 20.01 Lakhs (Completed)
Dr. D. G. Harris Samuael & Dr. D. Dinakaran, Development of Austempered Ductile Iron for Automotive Casting, Royal Academy of Engineering - INR 45.26 Lakhs (Completed) Dr. D. G. Harris Samuael Application of NDT for Foundry Products and improving skill of Indian Foundry Men, Royal Academy of Engineering - INR 40.8 Lakhs(Completed)
Dr. M. M. Ramya, Dr. D. Dinakaran, Low cost assistive Robot for elderly, Royal Academy of Engineering - INR 44.99 Lakhs (Completed)
Dr. D. Dinakaran Dr. M. M. Ramya, Dr. Kuppan Chetty, Develo M. M. Ramya pment of a mobile wall climbing robot for the internal non-destructive testing (NDT) of storage 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, Royal Academy of Engineering - INR 46 Lakhs (Ongoing)
Dr. D. Dinakaran, Adaptive Control of Robotic Fettling for Asymmetric Geometry and close Tolerance Cast Components, SERB (DST) - INR 42 Lakhs (Ongoing)
Dr. R. M. Kuppan Chetty, Dr. M. M. Ramya, Ms. N. Seenu, Development of Autonomous Heterogeneous Robotic Swarm Simulator for Faster Disaster Reconnaissance and Mitigation, Royal Academy of Engineering - INR 50 Lakhs (Ongoing)
Development of online measurement system for hydrogen concentration in the steam environment, AERB, IGCAR, Kalpakkam, 45 Lakhs(approximately)- Dr.R.S.Nakandrakumar (Assoc. Prof/ANRO), Dr.S.Janaki Raman(Assoc. Prof. ANRO)- Co-Investigator (Ongoing)
Wall climbing robot with reduced noise levels using active noise control system, Grant ERIPR-DRDO, CAIR, Banglore, 60 Lakhs- Dr.R.S.Nakandrakumar (Assoc. Prof/ANRO)- Co-Investigator (Ongoing)
Adaptive control algorithms investigations with brain-computer interface systems- Grant 1.80 Lakhs, HITS seed money, Dr.S.Janaki Raman(Assoc. Prof. ANRO)- Principal Investigator (Ongoing)
Career Opportunities
DEPARTMENT OF MECHATRONICS ENGINEERING
The Mechatronics Engineering scope in India is immense as it incorporates the ideas of electronics and mechanical engineering into one entity. It is an emerging field and presents flexible opportunities with diverse engineering backgrounds. Some of the prospects are given below:
Robotics
Industrial Automation
Manufacturing
Artificial Intelligence
Design
Product Development
Machine vision
Sensing and control systems
Design of Subsystems for Automotive engineering
Computer Numerical Control Machines – Operations and Maintenance
Mechatronics students won UNPLUGGED 1.0 - 24 hours hardware hackathon 2024 conducted by DJS College, Mumbai with a cash award of Rs.50000- IOT BASED SMART AGRICULTURE SYSTEM
M.Badri Narayanan, III Year MEchatronics,
A.Abul Fyz, III Year MEchatronics,
S.Mahesh Kumar, II Year MEchatronics ,
A.S.Akash III Year MEchatronics,
B.Balamurugan, III Year MEchatronics
Mechatronics Students Mr. Devashish Sharma(MCT 7A) has won first prize of cash Rs.15,000 in AUTOBOTS'23 held at CHRIST UNIVERSITY, BANGALORE, on 08/09/2023
Smart India Hackathon 2024 winners: M.Badri Narayanan, III Year Mechatronics, A.Abul Fyz, III Year Mechatronics, S.Mahesh Kumar, II Year Mechatronics , A.S.Akash III Year Mechatronics, Sandhiya R II year Mechatronics, and L.Reefa, III Year Aerospace Engineering
BTech Mechatronics students Etesham khan, L. Bhanu Prakash, Rithvik Konduru, Mahesh S Meti have won first prize for their innovative project presented in ICITS’24 at HITS on 16.04.2024
Shibaura Institute of Technology, Japan, Research exchange programme, Jan9th - May 31 2024- Gaddaley Ghannesh IV-year MCT
Mr. Sri Naveen III Year Mechatronics and team has won Second prize in paper presentation at Invente’2023 held at Shiv Nadar University, Chennai on 7/10/2023
Mr. Devashish Sharma(MCT 7A) and team won first prize in technical paper presentation on VIVANTA 23, at KCG College of Technology, National Level Technical Symposium, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 22/09/2023
Mr. Arjun M., Dhanush S.S., Kishore Kumar C. and Dhivakar J. have won second prize in IIT Pals Innowah! 21-22 competition
Mr. Andrew D. and Mr. Avinaash Manivelan, completed the International Sandwich Programme at Shibuara Institute of Technology, Japan from September 21,2021 to January 31, 2022.
Mr. Lena Sekar, Mr. Gian Carlo and Mr. Haran Pragadeesh and Mr.Mukesh from B.Tech Mechatronics have won Design Excellence Award in 1st International VEX Robotics Competition, organized by the (MRSP) in association with the (AUAP), held at Manila, Philippines.
Products Design and developed by students and faculty of Mechatronics for assisting medical frontline during COVID’19
Suzhali- a portable blower for powered air purifying respirator
Sevili- An assistive robot for delivery of food and medicine in isolation wards
UV sterilization box
List of Rank Holders:
YEAR
NAME
RANK
2024
Mr. DEVASHISH SHARMA
I
Mr. GEETHANJALI
II
2023
Mr. D’SOUZA SIMSON JUSTIN
I
Mr. KOLENGADAN JUSTIN PAUL
I
Mr. TALLA ARUN KRISHNA
II
2022
Mr. SWAPNANIL GOSWAMI
I
Mr. SS. DHANUSH
II
2021
Mr. ADITHYA KRISHNA
I
Mr. TAARUN SRINIVAS
II
2020
Mr. VIJAYAGOPALA RAO
I
Mr. TULA SRIDATH
II
2019
Mr. ADIL HANEEF AHAMED
I
2018
Mr. AKSHAY KUMAR V KUTTY
I
Faculty Awards/ Recognition:
The Department was awarded with the Best Department Award during Engineer’s Day celebration 2023 in HITS for the excellent contribution in Academic, Administrative, Research and Consultant activities in the University.
Dr. S. Janakiraman has represented HITS as resource person for STTP on Robot Operating System at KCG College of Technology, Chennai, Tamil Nadu on 20.03.2024
Ms. N. Seenu has represented HITS as resource person for STTP on Robot Operating System at KCG College of Technology, Chennai, Tamil Nadu on 20.03.2024
Funded research project on Development of online measurement system for hydrogen concentration in the steam environment, AERB, IGCAR, Kalpakkam, 45 Lakhs(approximately)- Dr. R.S. Nakandhrakumar (Assoc. Prof/ANRO), Dr. S. Janaki Raman(Assoc. Prof. ANRO)- Co-Investigator (Ongoing)
Funded Research Project on, Wall climbing robot with reduced noise levels using active noise control system, Grant ERIPR-DRDO, CAIR, Bangalore, 60 Lakhs- Dr. R.S. Nakandhrakumar (Assoc. Prof/ANRO)- Co-Investigator (Completed)
Research Project on Adaptive control algorithms investigations with brain-computer interface systems- Grant 1.80 Lakhs, HITS seed money, Dr.S.Janaki Raman(Assoc. Prof. ANRO)- Principal Investigator (Ongoing).
Dr. RM. Kuppan Chetty has been granted Indian Patent for an invention entitled “ An Autonomous Quadruped Robot System” on 04/10/2023
Dr.RM.Kuppan Chetty has signed an MoU with Plymouth University, UK, on 02/10/2023
NPTEL certification received by Dr.R.S.Nakandrakumar, Associate Prof, Mechatronics, on the course “Product Design and Manufacturing”, with Elite and Silver
Dr. A. Joshuva Received Best Teacher Award during Engineer’s Day celebration on 15/09/2023 at HITS, Chennai.
Dr.Manju Mohan Received Best Mentor Award during Engineer’s Day celebration on 15/09/2023 at HITS, Chennai.
Mr.R.Rajasekar, Lab instructor Mechatronics received Best Lab Instructor award during Engineer’s Day celebration on 15/09/2023 at HITS, Chennai.
Dr. RM. Kuppan Chetty – Resource Persons in more than 10 AICTE - ATAL FDP’s during the year 2021 and 2022
Dr. RM Kuppan Chetty – Best Teacher Award by Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science – 2022
Dr. A. Joshuva – Encouragement Award for more publications in Journals by Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science – 2021
Ms. N. Seenu and Dr. RM. Kuppan Chetty – Best Paper Award in International Virtual Conference on Robotics, Automation, Intelligent Systems and Energy 2020
Mr. Jaise Jose received Best Paper Award in the MRSP – AMEROB International Conference, Manila, Philippines – 2021
Dr. RM Kuppan Chetty – elevated as Senior Member IEEE Robotics and Automation Society, 2021
Dr M M Ramya - WTUN Faculty exchange award in 2019
Dr M M Ramya - 'Excellence in Research and Development Award' by Entrepreneurship Society Council of India in 2018
Dr D Dinakaran - '40 Under 40: Most Inspiring Teachers Award' by Indian Express in 2017
Gallery of Achievements and Awards
The Department was awarded with the Best Department Award during Engineer’s Day celebration 2023 in HITS for the excellent contribution in Academic, Administrative, Research and Consultant activities in the University.
Department of Mechatronics &Department of Mathematics jointly organized Three Days Hands-on Training Workshop on IOT & Low- Cost Hardware Interfacing With MATLAB from 03/04/2024 to 05/04/2024.
Guest Speakers: Mr. Gowtham R Senior Application Engineer, ARK(Mathworks), Mr. Afsal S Senior Application Engineer, From ARK(Mathworks) and Ms. Tharrini, Senior Application Engineer, From ARK(Mathworks).Venue: MATHLAB, Main Building and Yaskawa Robotics Lab Jubilee Block
RANE 2023 4th INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON ROBOTICS, AUTOMATION, AND NON-DESTRUCTIVE EVALUATION (RANE) 2023 | Event Date: Monday, 7th, August 2023 -Friday, 7th, July 2023
The Center for Automation and Robotics and the Department of Mechatronics Engineering jointly organized the 4th International Conference on Robotics, Automation, and Non-Destructive Evaluation (RANE) 2023 on 7 August 2023. The theme of the conference was “Robotics in Sustainable Development” highlighting the pivotal role of Robotics and in fostering a sustainable and equitable future.
The conference was graced by Dr. Anand Jacob Verghese, Chancellor and Dr. Ashok G. Verghese, Pro Chancellor. The chief guest was Dr. Mukund Janardhanan, Director Education at the University of Leicester, UK, and Prof. Nilesh Jayantilal Vasa, Dean Students at IIT Madras, Member Materials Group, ARDB and was the Guest of Honor. Their valuable insights added depth to the discussions and provided a broader perspective on the applications of robotics in sustainable development. The welcome address was delivered by Dr. S.N. Sridhara who emphasized the significance of robotics in addressing the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The event witnessed active participation from over 400 individuals representing Industry, Academia, Research Institutions and Students. The diverse backgrounds and expertise of the participants fostered enriching discussions and collaborations during the conference.
The technical sessions covered various aspects of Robotics, Automation, and Non-Destructive Evaluation, providing a platform for researchers and practitioners to share their research findings and advancements. The conference also featured insightful keynote speeches, engaging panel discussions, and networking opportunities.
Preconference workshop was conducted on 5 August 2023 on the topic “Robotics in Disaster Reconnaissance” by Dr. Mukund Janardhanan, Director of Education, University of Leicester, United Kingdom. The highlight of this session was active student interaction with the speakers.
Industry Expert Lectures / Guest Lectures
Webinar on Introduction to Autonomous Vehicles Systems, Dr Yong Wang, Assistant Professor, Department of Systems Science and Industrial Engineering, Thomas J. Watson College of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Binghamton University, NY, USA; 11 Mar 2022
Industry Expert Lecture on Mechatronics System Modelling using Matlab by Dr Susai Mary, Senior Engineer, Conserve Solutions Pvt. Ltd.; 3-4 Feb 2022
IET Sponsored 3-day Training Program on Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality, 9-11 Mar 2022
Public lecture on Learning Mechatronics- Futuristic skill of an engineer, 02 Jun 2021
Guest Lecture on Modelling of Rotational Mechanical Systems and Electro Mechanical Systems using Simulink, 22 Apr 2021
ATAL sponsored FDP on Virtual and Augmented Reality, 18-22 Jan 2021
Industry Expert Lecture on NDT Introduction for condition monitoring work by Mr. Shaik Karimulla, NDT Inspector, SIS Institute & TWI India (Ltd) ; 18th Sep 2020
Guest Lecture on Deploying AI Technology in industry successfully, Dr Hazlina Selamat, Associate Professor, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia , 23 Sep 2020
Guest Lecture on Robotics and Machine Vision System by Dr. G. Satheesh Kumar, SSN College of Engineering, Chennai ; 5th Oct 2020
Industry Expert Lecture on Industrial Hydraulics by Mr Alagupandi Mahalingam, Director, UTIMAX Solutions (Pvt) Ltd.; 3rd Nov 2020
Industry Expert Lecture on Distributed Control Systems – Automation and Beyond, Mr. Pon Ramachandra Moorthy, Yokogawa Corporation of America, Texas, 25 Nov 2020cation, University of Leicester, United Kingdom. The highlight of this session was active student interaction with the speakers.
International Conference on Robotics, Automation and Non-Destructive Evaluation (RANE)
Faculty Development Programs
Student Projects
DEPARTMENT OF MECHATRONICS ENGINEERING
Final Year Projects
Development of Magnetic Adhesion Mechanism for Concrete Wall
Adaptive Deburring Process Using Machine vision
Control Panel for sootblower used in Heavy fractionator heater
Online Condition Monitoring of Horizontal Axis Wind Turbine Using IoT
Condition Monitoring in Solar Panel
Feeding Assistance for people with partial disability using Collaborative servic Robot
Robotic Segregation of Wastes using IoT
Design and development of Gear Mechanism for Bladeless Wind Turbine
Dynamic analysis and Control for wall climbing robot
Personalised Home Automation System
Emotion Recognition
Thermal Camera Aided Human/Animal Detection on road using ADAS
Real time Status Monitoring of Heavy Construction Machinery using IoT
Industry Project Collaboration
Iris Recognition for Industrial Application (Appasamy Associates)
Speech recognition software for Ophthamology Devices (Appasamy Associates)
Mobile Application development for IoT based Energy Management (e-life solutions)
Design Project
A Robot that climbs on a pre determined surface with belt drive
Obstacle avoiding ROBOT by using sensor array
All Terrain Vehicle-to move on various platforms
Self Powered Agriculture BOT- to monitor the status of farm lands
Spider robot using klan mechanism- to work of predefined tasks
Wall climbng robot - with magnetic suctions
Design and Development of Cooperative Defence Drone
Automated Railway crossing
Home Cleaning ROBOT
Pipe Line inspection ROBOT
Line Following Robot with Wireless Power Transmission
Safety Patrolling Robots
SCARA ROBOT
Multi-Terrain Vehicle
Dimension Analyser Mechanism
Pond Cleaning vehicle
Vehicle Collision Avoidance System
Design of a EM sensor signal conditioning circuit
Line following robot
Hand gesture control robot by using arduino
Voice recognation XY ploter For Braille Printing
Room Cleaning ROBOT
Smart system for women's security
Back Stepping in Truck and Trailer using Multiple Mobile Robots
Metal Detecting ROBOT
Wall climbng robot - with magnetic suctions
Balancing of the Robot
Quality assessment of coconut using Vibration and Ultrasonics
To design an autonomous coconut tree climbing robot
To design a Robot for load carrying purpose using Klann mechanism
Dynamic task allocation of multiple mobile robots in an aera
Home Automation using IoT
Robot arm controlled by EMG signals
Design and development of miniature parallel manipulator with 3 DOF using electromagnetic actuation
Automatic Ultrasonic NDT Testing Machine
Pipeline Inspection Robot
Condition monitoring of engine oil in four wheeler
Mechatronics is the synergic combination of mechanical, electrical, electronics, computer science and information technology, which includes control systems used to design products with built-in intelligence. The AICTE accredited program is designed to provide quality education for undergraduate students through a blend of theoretical, research and practical learning that can propel you into a rewarding career with many top firms in the Automation and Manufacturing sector as well as prominent government institutions. The program is accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA) and the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET, UK). Mechatronics engineering program blends the pertinent aspects of mechatronics system modeling, sensors, actuators, controllers and real-time computer interfacing. The program focuses on all the topics needed to develop a good understanding of the basic principles used in mechatronics engineering.
To be a globally recognized Mechatronics Engineering department, and to excel in innovation and collaborative research, promoting technical and entrepreneurial skills.
Mission
The Mechanical Engineering Department at HITS provides:
Experience a modern learning environment with innovative curricula, including a comprehensive Mechatronics Engineering syllabus designed for exceptional education.
Access state-of-the-art labs at our best Mechatronics Engineering College that enhance fundamental research and provide hands-on learning opportunities, ensuring a successful career.
Benefit from a platform that fosters industry collaborations, turning collective research into impactful, practical innovations.
Explore possibilities to refine technical and managerial skills while incorporating ethical values and social relevance, preparing you for a flourishing and impactful career.
PEO, PO and PSO
DEPARTMENT OF MECHATRONICS ENGINEERING
Program Educational Objectives (PEOs)
Program Educational Objectives (PEOs) are broad statements that describe the career and professional accomplishments that our Mechatronic Engineering Course is preparing graduates to achieve.
Program Educational Objectives (PEOs) of B Tech Mechatronics Engineering are:
PEO 1: Successful Career and Adaptability to Industry: Mechatronics Engineering degree graduates will exhibit knowledge and skills for the practice of the course to address real-world engineering problems
PEO 2: Modern Design Tools and Multi-disciplinary Project Execution: Graduates shall demonstrate practical and innovative skills in integrating various mechatronics engineering course elements through group design and project work in an industry, research or academia and Entrepreneurship
PEO 3: Contribution to Interdisciplinary Field and Lifelong Learning: Graduates shall pursue masters and research by conducting original research in related disciplines or interdisciplinary topics, contribute to the scientific community /society /industries
Program Outcomes (PO)
At the end of the B Tech Mechatronics Engineering course, graduates will be able to
PO 1 : Engineering Knowledge: Apply the knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals, and an engineering specialization to the solution of complex engineering problems.
PO 2 : Problem Analysis: Identify, formulate, research literature, and analyse complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using the first principles of mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering sciences
PO 3 : Design/development of Solutions: Design solutions for complex engineering problems and design system components or processes that meet the specified needs with appropriate consideration for public health and safety, and the cultural, societal, and environmental considerations
PO 4 : Conduct Investigations of Complex Problems: Use research-based knowledge and research methods including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of the information to provide valid conclusions
PO 5 : Modern Tool Usage: Create, select, and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools including prediction and modelling to complex engineering activities with an understanding of the limitations
PO 6 : The Engineer and Society: Apply reasoning informed by the contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to the professional engineering practice
PO 7 : Environment and Sustainability: Understand the impact of professional engineering solutions in societal and environmental contexts, and demonstrate the knowledge of, and need for sustainable development
PO 8 : Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of the engineering practice
PO 9 : Individual and Teamwork: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse teams, and in multidisciplinary settings
PO 10: Communication: Communicate effectively on complex engineering activities with the engineering community and with society at large, such as being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions
PO 11: Project Management and Finance: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the engineering and management principles and apply these to one’s work, as a member and leader in a team, to manage projects and in multidisciplinary environments
PO 12: Life-long Learning: Recognize the need for and have the preparation and ability to engage in independent and life-long learning in the broadest context of technological change.
Program Specific Outcomes (PSO)
PSO 1: Design, develop and evaluate elements of mechatronic systems
PSO 2: Interface and integrate mechatronics systems to align with global industrial standards satisfying societal needs.
Dr. M. M. Ramya, Intelligent System for Adaptive Enhancement of Underwater Images for Accurate Object Recognition , Naval Research Board - INR 20.01 Lakhs (Completed)
Dr. D. G. Harris Samuael & Dr. D. Dinakaran, Development of Austempered Ductile Iron for Automotive Casting, Royal Academy of Engineering - INR 45.26 Lakhs (Completed) Dr. D. G. Harris Samuael Application of NDT for Foundry Products and improving skill of Indian Foundry Men, Royal Academy of Engineering - INR 40.8 Lakhs(Completed)
Dr. M. M. Ramya, Dr. D. Dinakaran, Low cost assistive Robot for elderly, Royal Academy of Engineering - INR 44.99 Lakhs (Completed)
Dr. D. Dinakaran Dr. M. M. Ramya, Dr. Kuppan Chetty, Develo M. M. Ramya pment of a mobile wall climbing robot for the internal non-destructive testing (NDT) of storage 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, Royal Academy of Engineering - INR 46 Lakhs (Ongoing)
Dr. D. Dinakaran, Adaptive Control of Robotic Fettling for Asymmetric Geometry and close Tolerance Cast Components, SERB (DST) - INR 42 Lakhs (Ongoing)
Dr. R. M. Kuppan Chetty, Dr. M. M. Ramya, Ms. N. Seenu, Development of Autonomous Heterogeneous Robotic Swarm Simulator for Faster Disaster Reconnaissance and Mitigation, Royal Academy of Engineering - INR 50 Lakhs (Ongoing)
Development of online measurement system for hydrogen concentration in the steam environment, AERB, IGCAR, Kalpakkam, 45 Lakhs(approximately)- Dr.R.S.Nakandrakumar (Assoc. Prof/ANRO), Dr.S.Janaki Raman(Assoc. Prof. ANRO)- Co-Investigator (Ongoing)
Wall climbing robot with reduced noise levels using active noise control system, Grant ERIPR-DRDO, CAIR, Banglore, 60 Lakhs- Dr.R.S.Nakandrakumar (Assoc. Prof/ANRO)- Co-Investigator (Ongoing)
Adaptive control algorithms investigations with brain-computer interface systems- Grant 1.80 Lakhs, HITS seed money, Dr.S.Janaki Raman(Assoc. Prof. ANRO)- Principal Investigator (Ongoing)
Career Opportunities
DEPARTMENT OF MECHATRONICS ENGINEERING
The Mechatronics Engineering scope in India is immense as it incorporates the ideas of electronics and mechanical engineering into one entity. It is an emerging field and presents flexible opportunities with diverse engineering backgrounds. Some of the prospects are given below:
Robotics
Industrial Automation
Manufacturing
Artificial Intelligence
Design
Product Development
Machine vision
Sensing and control systems
Design of Subsystems for Automotive engineering
Computer Numerical Control Machines – Operations and Maintenance
Mechatronics students won UNPLUGGED 1.0 - 24 hours hardware hackathon 2024 conducted by DJS College, Mumbai with a cash award of Rs.50000- IOT BASED SMART AGRICULTURE SYSTEM
M.Badri Narayanan, III Year MEchatronics,
A.Abul Fyz, III Year MEchatronics,
S.Mahesh Kumar, II Year MEchatronics ,
A.S.Akash III Year MEchatronics,
B.Balamurugan, III Year MEchatronics
Mechatronics Students Mr. Devashish Sharma(MCT 7A) has won first prize of cash Rs.15,000 in AUTOBOTS'23 held at CHRIST UNIVERSITY, BANGALORE, on 08/09/2023
Smart India Hackathon 2024 winners: M.Badri Narayanan, III Year Mechatronics, A.Abul Fyz, III Year Mechatronics, S.Mahesh Kumar, II Year Mechatronics , A.S.Akash III Year Mechatronics, Sandhiya R II year Mechatronics, and L.Reefa, III Year Aerospace Engineering
BTech Mechatronics students Etesham khan, L. Bhanu Prakash, Rithvik Konduru, Mahesh S Meti have won first prize for their innovative project presented in ICITS’24 at HITS on 16.04.2024
Shibaura Institute of Technology, Japan, Research exchange programme, Jan9th - May 31 2024- Gaddaley Ghannesh IV-year MCT
Mr. Sri Naveen III Year Mechatronics and team has won Second prize in paper presentation at Invente’2023 held at Shiv Nadar University, Chennai on 7/10/2023
Mr. Devashish Sharma(MCT 7A) and team won first prize in technical paper presentation on VIVANTA 23, at KCG College of Technology, National Level Technical Symposium, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 22/09/2023
Mr. Arjun M., Dhanush S.S., Kishore Kumar C. and Dhivakar J. have won second prize in IIT Pals Innowah! 21-22 competition
Mr. Andrew D. and Mr. Avinaash Manivelan, completed the International Sandwich Programme at Shibuara Institute of Technology, Japan from September 21,2021 to January 31, 2022.
Mr. Lena Sekar, Mr. Gian Carlo and Mr. Haran Pragadeesh and Mr.Mukesh from B.Tech Mechatronics have won Design Excellence Award in 1st International VEX Robotics Competition, organized by the (MRSP) in association with the (AUAP), held at Manila, Philippines.
Products Design and developed by students and faculty of Mechatronics for assisting medical frontline during COVID’19
Suzhali- a portable blower for powered air purifying respirator
Sevili- An assistive robot for delivery of food and medicine in isolation wards
UV sterilization box
List of Rank Holders:
YEAR
NAME
RANK
2024
Mr. DEVASHISH SHARMA
I
Mr. GEETHANJALI
II
2023
Mr. D’SOUZA SIMSON JUSTIN
I
Mr. KOLENGADAN JUSTIN PAUL
I
Mr. TALLA ARUN KRISHNA
II
2022
Mr. SWAPNANIL GOSWAMI
I
Mr. SS. DHANUSH
II
2021
Mr. ADITHYA KRISHNA
I
Mr. TAARUN SRINIVAS
II
2020
Mr. VIJAYAGOPALA RAO
I
Mr. TULA SRIDATH
II
2019
Mr. ADIL HANEEF AHAMED
I
2018
Mr. AKSHAY KUMAR V KUTTY
I
Faculty Awards/ Recognition:
The Department was awarded with the Best Department Award during Engineer’s Day celebration 2023 in HITS for the excellent contribution in Academic, Administrative, Research and Consultant activities in the University.
Dr. S. Janakiraman has represented HITS as resource person for STTP on Robot Operating System at KCG College of Technology, Chennai, Tamil Nadu on 20.03.2024
Ms. N. Seenu has represented HITS as resource person for STTP on Robot Operating System at KCG College of Technology, Chennai, Tamil Nadu on 20.03.2024
Funded research project on Development of online measurement system for hydrogen concentration in the steam environment, AERB, IGCAR, Kalpakkam, 45 Lakhs(approximately)- Dr. R.S. Nakandhrakumar (Assoc. Prof/ANRO), Dr. S. Janaki Raman(Assoc. Prof. ANRO)- Co-Investigator (Ongoing)
Funded Research Project on, Wall climbing robot with reduced noise levels using active noise control system, Grant ERIPR-DRDO, CAIR, Bangalore, 60 Lakhs- Dr. R.S. Nakandhrakumar (Assoc. Prof/ANRO)- Co-Investigator (Completed)
Research Project on Adaptive control algorithms investigations with brain-computer interface systems- Grant 1.80 Lakhs, HITS seed money, Dr.S.Janaki Raman(Assoc. Prof. ANRO)- Principal Investigator (Ongoing).
Dr. RM. Kuppan Chetty has been granted Indian Patent for an invention entitled “ An Autonomous Quadruped Robot System” on 04/10/2023
Dr.RM.Kuppan Chetty has signed an MoU with Plymouth University, UK, on 02/10/2023
NPTEL certification received by Dr.R.S.Nakandrakumar, Associate Prof, Mechatronics, on the course “Product Design and Manufacturing”, with Elite and Silver
Dr. A. Joshuva Received Best Teacher Award during Engineer’s Day celebration on 15/09/2023 at HITS, Chennai.
Dr.Manju Mohan Received Best Mentor Award during Engineer’s Day celebration on 15/09/2023 at HITS, Chennai.
Mr.R.Rajasekar, Lab instructor Mechatronics received Best Lab Instructor award during Engineer’s Day celebration on 15/09/2023 at HITS, Chennai.
Dr. RM. Kuppan Chetty – Resource Persons in more than 10 AICTE - ATAL FDP’s during the year 2021 and 2022
Dr. RM Kuppan Chetty – Best Teacher Award by Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science – 2022
Dr. A. Joshuva – Encouragement Award for more publications in Journals by Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science – 2021
Ms. N. Seenu and Dr. RM. Kuppan Chetty – Best Paper Award in International Virtual Conference on Robotics, Automation, Intelligent Systems and Energy 2020
Mr. Jaise Jose received Best Paper Award in the MRSP – AMEROB International Conference, Manila, Philippines – 2021
Dr. RM Kuppan Chetty – elevated as Senior Member IEEE Robotics and Automation Society, 2021
Dr M M Ramya - WTUN Faculty exchange award in 2019
Dr M M Ramya - 'Excellence in Research and Development Award' by Entrepreneurship Society Council of India in 2018
Dr D Dinakaran - '40 Under 40: Most Inspiring Teachers Award' by Indian Express in 2017
Gallery of Achievements and Awards
The Department was awarded with the Best Department Award during Engineer’s Day celebration 2023 in HITS for the excellent contribution in Academic, Administrative, Research and Consultant activities in the University.
Department of Mechatronics &Department of Mathematics jointly organized Three Days Hands-on Training Workshop on IOT & Low- Cost Hardware Interfacing With MATLAB from 03/04/2024 to 05/04/2024.
Guest Speakers: Mr. Gowtham R Senior Application Engineer, ARK(Mathworks), Mr. Afsal S Senior Application Engineer, From ARK(Mathworks) and Ms. Tharrini, Senior Application Engineer, From ARK(Mathworks).Venue: MATHLAB, Main Building and Yaskawa Robotics Lab Jubilee Block
RANE 2023 4th INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON ROBOTICS, AUTOMATION, AND NON-DESTRUCTIVE EVALUATION (RANE) 2023 | Event Date: Monday, 7th, August 2023 -Friday, 7th, July 2023
The Center for Automation and Robotics and the Department of Mechatronics Engineering jointly organized the 4th International Conference on Robotics, Automation, and Non-Destructive Evaluation (RANE) 2023 on 7 August 2023. The theme of the conference was “Robotics in Sustainable Development” highlighting the pivotal role of Robotics and in fostering a sustainable and equitable future.
The conference was graced by Dr. Anand Jacob Verghese, Chancellor and Dr. Ashok G. Verghese, Pro Chancellor. The chief guest was Dr. Mukund Janardhanan, Director Education at the University of Leicester, UK, and Prof. Nilesh Jayantilal Vasa, Dean Students at IIT Madras, Member Materials Group, ARDB and was the Guest of Honor. Their valuable insights added depth to the discussions and provided a broader perspective on the applications of robotics in sustainable development. The welcome address was delivered by Dr. S.N. Sridhara who emphasized the significance of robotics in addressing the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The event witnessed active participation from over 400 individuals representing Industry, Academia, Research Institutions and Students. The diverse backgrounds and expertise of the participants fostered enriching discussions and collaborations during the conference.
The technical sessions covered various aspects of Robotics, Automation, and Non-Destructive Evaluation, providing a platform for researchers and practitioners to share their research findings and advancements. The conference also featured insightful keynote speeches, engaging panel discussions, and networking opportunities.
Preconference workshop was conducted on 5 August 2023 on the topic “Robotics in Disaster Reconnaissance” by Dr. Mukund Janardhanan, Director of Education, University of Leicester, United Kingdom. The highlight of this session was active student interaction with the speakers.
Industry Expert Lectures / Guest Lectures
Webinar on Introduction to Autonomous Vehicles Systems, Dr Yong Wang, Assistant Professor, Department of Systems Science and Industrial Engineering, Thomas J. Watson College of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Binghamton University, NY, USA; 11 Mar 2022
Industry Expert Lecture on Mechatronics System Modelling using Matlab by Dr Susai Mary, Senior Engineer, Conserve Solutions Pvt. Ltd.; 3-4 Feb 2022
IET Sponsored 3-day Training Program on Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality, 9-11 Mar 2022
Public lecture on Learning Mechatronics- Futuristic skill of an engineer, 02 Jun 2021
Guest Lecture on Modelling of Rotational Mechanical Systems and Electro Mechanical Systems using Simulink, 22 Apr 2021
ATAL sponsored FDP on Virtual and Augmented Reality, 18-22 Jan 2021
Industry Expert Lecture on NDT Introduction for condition monitoring work by Mr. Shaik Karimulla, NDT Inspector, SIS Institute & TWI India (Ltd) ; 18th Sep 2020
Guest Lecture on Deploying AI Technology in industry successfully, Dr Hazlina Selamat, Associate Professor, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia , 23 Sep 2020
Guest Lecture on Robotics and Machine Vision System by Dr. G. Satheesh Kumar, SSN College of Engineering, Chennai ; 5th Oct 2020
Industry Expert Lecture on Industrial Hydraulics by Mr Alagupandi Mahalingam, Director, UTIMAX Solutions (Pvt) Ltd.; 3rd Nov 2020
Industry Expert Lecture on Distributed Control Systems – Automation and Beyond, Mr. Pon Ramachandra Moorthy, Yokogawa Corporation of America, Texas, 25 Nov 2020cation, University of Leicester, United Kingdom. The highlight of this session was active student interaction with the speakers.
International Conference on Robotics, Automation and Non-Destructive Evaluation (RANE)
Faculty Development Programs
Student Projects
DEPARTMENT OF MECHATRONICS ENGINEERING
Final Year Projects
Development of Magnetic Adhesion Mechanism for Concrete Wall
Adaptive Deburring Process Using Machine vision
Control Panel for sootblower used in Heavy fractionator heater
Online Condition Monitoring of Horizontal Axis Wind Turbine Using IoT
Condition Monitoring in Solar Panel
Feeding Assistance for people with partial disability using Collaborative servic Robot
Robotic Segregation of Wastes using IoT
Design and development of Gear Mechanism for Bladeless Wind Turbine
Dynamic analysis and Control for wall climbing robot
Personalised Home Automation System
Emotion Recognition
Thermal Camera Aided Human/Animal Detection on road using ADAS
Real time Status Monitoring of Heavy Construction Machinery using IoT
Industry Project Collaboration
Iris Recognition for Industrial Application (Appasamy Associates)
Speech recognition software for Ophthamology Devices (Appasamy Associates)
Mobile Application development for IoT based Energy Management (e-life solutions)
Design Project
A Robot that climbs on a pre determined surface with belt drive
Obstacle avoiding ROBOT by using sensor array
All Terrain Vehicle-to move on various platforms
Self Powered Agriculture BOT- to monitor the status of farm lands
Spider robot using klan mechanism- to work of predefined tasks
Wall climbng robot - with magnetic suctions
Design and Development of Cooperative Defence Drone
Automated Railway crossing
Home Cleaning ROBOT
Pipe Line inspection ROBOT
Line Following Robot with Wireless Power Transmission
Safety Patrolling Robots
SCARA ROBOT
Multi-Terrain Vehicle
Dimension Analyser Mechanism
Pond Cleaning vehicle
Vehicle Collision Avoidance System
Design of a EM sensor signal conditioning circuit
Line following robot
Hand gesture control robot by using arduino
Voice recognation XY ploter For Braille Printing
Room Cleaning ROBOT
Smart system for women's security
Back Stepping in Truck and Trailer using Multiple Mobile Robots
Metal Detecting ROBOT
Wall climbng robot - with magnetic suctions
Balancing of the Robot
Quality assessment of coconut using Vibration and Ultrasonics
To design an autonomous coconut tree climbing robot
To design a Robot for load carrying purpose using Klann mechanism
Dynamic task allocation of multiple mobile robots in an aera
Home Automation using IoT
Robot arm controlled by EMG signals
Design and development of miniature parallel manipulator with 3 DOF using electromagnetic actuation
Automatic Ultrasonic NDT Testing Machine
Pipeline Inspection Robot
Condition monitoring of engine oil in four wheeler
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