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 Mr. Ashok 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.
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