B.Tech in Mechatronics Engineering

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.

Vision

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.

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.

Funded Projects

• 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)

Abstract book of Funded Research Projects and Publications

Consultancy and Research Projects

IPR / Patents

Publications

Professional body activities

• 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) 

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 
• Expert systems
• Industrial Electronics and Consumer Products
• Medical Mechatronics and Medical Imaging Systems
• Structural Dynamic Systems
• Transportation and Vehicular Systems
• Diagnostic and reliability techniques
• Building Automation
• Computer Integrated Manufacturing Systems
• HVAC Controls

"Winner of Smart India Hackathon held in Coimbatore”

“Winner of Unplugged 1.0 Hackathon held in Mumbai.”

" Participated in the world's biggest robotics championship, Technoxian, held in Delhi."

“Participated in the Unplugged 2.0 Hackathon held in Mumbai."

"1st Runner-up of Unplugged 2.0 Hackathon held in Mumbai.”

“Participated in PALS Innowah at IIT Chennai.”

"Winner of PALS Innowah held in IIT Madras”

List of Rank Holders

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 

A Report on Three Days Hands-on Training Workshop on IOT & Low- Cost Hardware Interfacing from 3rd-5th april 2024

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

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
• Low cost robot for Pick and place purpose

UG - B.Tech - Mechatronics

1. Honors in Digital Manufacturing
2. Minors in Manufacturing and Digital Technology

1.Two days of Industrial training on Advanced training on industrial pneumatic controls, conducted on 25th and 26th March 2025

2.The Department of Mechatronics & Department of Mathematics jointly organized a three-day Hands-on Training Workshop on IOT & Low- Cost Hardware Interfacing With MATLAB from 03/04/2024 to 05/04/2024. 

3.The Department was awarded the Best Department Award during the Engineer’s Day celebration 2023 in HITS for its excellent contribution in Academic, Administrative,  Research and Consultant activities in the University.

• For applicants aspiring to study B.Tech Mechatronics, the admission will primarily evaluate merit, assessing entrance exam marks along with Plus Two/HSC/Intermediate/Equivalent exam performances in line with our university norms.
• Completion of (10+2) or an equivalent examination with Physics and Mathematics as core subjects and one of Chemistry, Bio-Technology, Biology, or Technical Vocational as an additional subject. Obtaining a minimum of 50% marks (45% for candidates from the reserved category) overall in the mentioned subjects, with at least 60% in mathematics.
• Cambridge students seeking admission to first-year E&T courses are required to have completed the GCE through Cambridge international examinations. Furthermore, they must have achieved advanced-level passes in physics, chemistry, biology/mathematics, and English at the AS level.
• Candidates from the vocational stream who have completed their HSC with engineering or technical vocational subjects along with one or two related subjects (physics, chemistry, or mathematics) are eligible. They must have passed their qualifying exams and obtained a minimum aggregate of 50% marks in both vocational and related subjects.

1. B.Tech Mechatronics
2. B.Tech Robotics and Artificial Intelligence

1.  Yaskawa Robotics Lab

2. SMC Pneumatics Lab

3. SEW Eurodrive Motion Control Lab

4. HMI, AR and VR Lab

5.Projects Lab