Tata Technologies and TiHAN-IIT Hyderabad Collaborate on Software Defined Vehicles (SDVs) and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS)

Tata Technologies, a global engineering and product development digital services company, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) today with TiHAN, IIT Hyderabad, to collaborate in the areas of Software Defined Vehicles (SDV) and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). As Automotive companies strive to develop SDVs with autonomous technologies, they look for innovative solutions and accelerators that help them reduce technology incubation time and cost. Tata Technologies and TiHAN will collaborate towards solutions that address these specific challenges being faced by companies in developing SDVs that incorporate the latest technologies. The collaboration will specifically focus on:

• Development of platform/s and Proofs of Concept (POC) that optimize product development timelines.
• Enabling upskilling and hands-on training for Tata Technologies engineers at TiHAN in new technology areas.

We believe that this collaborative approach to innovation will help drive the future of automotive technology and contribute to a more sustainable, connected, and technologically advanced industry.

TTL & TiHAN-IITH Team during Signing Ceremony

Reflecting on the collaboration with IIT Hyderabad TiHAN, Mr Warren Harris, MD, and CEO of Tata Technologies, said, "We believe that automotive companies rely on Tata Technologies to address their product development challenges and enable them to conceptualize, develop and realize better products that are safer, cleaner, and connected. Through this collaboration with TiHAN, IIT Hyderabad, we aim to collaborate and support innovations in the area of SDVs and associated technologies that help automotive manufacturers develop and manufacture great products. We will leverage our 25+ years of automotive domain knowledge and access to customers across the globe to help TiHAN-IIT Hyderabad develop a comprehensive set of solutions and accelerators for the automotive industry and upskill engineers on emerging technologies.”

Prof B S Murty, Director, IIT Hyderabad, expressed his congratulations to both TiHAN-IITH and Tata Technologies on their collaboration. “He emphasized the potential for significant innovation in the automotive industry that can result from this collaboration. Prof Murty also highlighted the TiHAN Testbed, a state-of-the-art facility and the first-of-its-kind in the nation, which is a dedicated facility for testing and validating a wide range of use cases of autonomous vehicles. He expressed his confidence that this collaboration will propel the progress of innovative solutions for autonomous navigation with potential global impact.”

Mr Sriram Lakshminarayanan, President & Chief Technical Officer of Tata Technologies, expressed his enthusiasm for the collaboration, stating, "We can leverage our collective expertise and resources to explore use cases for SDV by adopting modern System on Chip (SoCs), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Over the Air (OTA) frameworks, and Connected technologies within the realm of Software Defined Vehicles. We believe that this collaboration will support the creation of solutions in SDVs, reaffirming our commitment to advancing the industry towards a technologically advanced future."

Prof P Rajalakshmi, Project Director, Dept. of Electrical Engineering at IIT Hyderabad, stated, "TiHAN at IITH has been established to focus on the research and development of autonomous & intelligent navigation systems. We believe that the collaboration with Tata Technologies is set to create valuable collaborative research focusing on innovative smart mobility solutions such as ADAS and SDVs.”

About IIT Hyderabad:

Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH) is one of the eight new IITs established by the Government of India in 2008. In a short span of 15 years, the institute has become a top-ranker. It has 300+ full-time faculty, ~4,200 students, 18 Departments + Centre for Interdisciplinary Programs, nearly 200+ state-of-the-art laboratories, and five research and entrepreneurship centres. The institute has a strong research focus with approx. Rs ~700 crores of sanctioned research funding, with PG+PhD students accounting for about 60% of total student strength. IITH has more than 8700+ research publications with 1,30,000+ Citations, 190+ Published Patents, 2,000+ sponsored/consultancy projects with 500+ running projects, and about 125+ startups that have generated 1000+ jobs and a revenue of Rs. 800+ Cr. 
To know more, please visit https://www.iith.ac.in/

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About TiHAN-IITH

Department of Science and Technology (DST), under National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems (NM-ICPS), has sanctioned the prestigious Technology Innovation Hub (TIH) in the technology vertical of Autonomous Navigation and Data Acquisition Systems (UAVs, ROVs, etc.).

Technology Innovation Hub on Autonomous Navigation (TiHAN) at IITH is a multi-departmental initiative, including researchers from Electrical Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mathematics, Design, Entrepreneurship at IITH with collaboration and support from reputed institutions and industry. A first-of-its-kind integrated testbed on Autonomous Navigations (Aerial/Terrestrial) on the IITH campus was setup, which has state-of-the-art facilities such as Proving Grounds, Test tracks, Mechanical integration facilities like Hangers, Ground control stations, State of the art Simulation tools (SIL, MIL, HIL, VIL), Test tracks/circuits, Road Infra – Smart Poles, signalized & unsignalized Intersections, Environment Emulators like Rainfall Simulators, V2X Communications, Drone Runways & Landing area, Control Test center. TiHAN-IITH is envisaged as the destination for collaborative research for next-generation mobility solutions between academia, industry, and R&D Labs, both national and international. Follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook for the latest updates.

To know more, please visit: https://www.tihan.iith.ac.in/

About Tata Technologies:

Tata Technologies is a global product engineering and digital services company focused on fulfilling our mission of helping the world drive, fly, build, and farm by enabling our customers to realize better products and deliver better experiences. Tata Technologies is the strategic engineering partner businesses turn to when they aspire to be better. Manufacturing companies rely on us to enable them to conceptualize, develop and realize better products that are safer, cleaner, and improve the quality of life for all the stakeholders, helping us achieve our vision of #EngineeringABetterWorld. For more, visit us at https://www.tatatechnologies.com/in or learn more here. Follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and YouTube for the latest updates. 

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TiHAN Foundation at IIT Hyderabad and ICAT To Collaborate in the Area of Autonomous Navigation

• MoU signed between TiHAN and ICAT for collaboration in R&D on the verticals of autonomous navigation
• Joint offering for collaboration with industry to work in autonomous navigation utilizing the technical expertise and infrastructure
• Training and capacity-building programs
• Startup programs and design challenges, including challenges for problem statements by industry and ministry

A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed between the DST NMICPS Technology Innovation Hub on Autonomous Navigation (TiHAN) at IIT Hyderabad (IITH) and the International Centre for Automotive Technology (ICAT) for collaboration in research and development in the emerging field of autonomous navigation. By combining the organization’s strengths and capabilities, this partnership will support the innovation ecosystem, skill development, and entrepreneurship activities in the field of autonomous navigation systems. TiHAN-IITH and ICAT will collaborate to pool their technical expertise, infrastructure, expertise, and experience in the field of technological advancements.

“MoU signing between TiHAN-IITH and ICAT is a wonderful moment which has initiated a long-standing partnership between the organizations. The motto of IITH is Inventing and Innovating in Technology for Humanity, and TiHAN, which has been established with the vision of supporting activities related to Autonomous Navigation, is a feather in the cap of IITH. TiHAN Testbed is a state-of-the-art facility and the first of its kind in the nation for testing and validating different use cases of autonomous vehicles. Our association with ICAT will be a game-changer and will help both TiHAN and ICAT grow significantly together and for the nation”, said Prof B S Murty, Director, IITH.

“The area of focus of TiHAN is a very important subject for the automotive industry currently. Autonomous vehicles are being talked about globally, and levels of autonomy are being implemented in Indian vehicles as well. ICAT is a flagship initiative under the Ministry of Heavy Industries and is focused on developing world-class infrastructure for full vehicle development, automotive testing, and certification. However, there is a void in creating an ecosystem for research and development to deliver services for generating IPs, innovation with Industry -academia collaboration, etc. ICAT is already developing an Incubation centre where the space and services will be provided to entrepreneurs for automotive development and testing. Academic courses in collaboration with IITH and ICAT can also be looked into under this agreement. Though this is a small step, if there is a will and wish, this association can make big ideas possible, beneficial to industry and academia. ”, said Ms Pamela Tikku, Director, ICAT.

Explaining TiHAN- IITH efforts in Autonomous Navigation, Prof P Rajalakshmi, Project Director, TiHAN-IITH, said, “The collaboration would not have been possible without the support and guidance of Prof Murty and Prof Mohan, Advisor-Innovation & Translational Research, IITH. TiHAN at IITH is working towards the vision of being the destination of next-generation mobility solutions providing a collaborative research platform for academia, industry, and R&D labs at both national and international levels. We look forward to timely and relevant collaborations and joint research initiatives with ICAT.”

Speaking about ICAT and future collaborations with TiHAN, Mr Ankit, Manager -Powertrain and Lead ICAT Incubation and Acceleration centre, “Under ASPIRE, ICAT has taken a great initiative of implementing the interventions under the Capital goods scheme of Ministry of Heavy industry for reducing the import into the country. Autonomous navigation is going to have widespread applications across the domains where ICAT and TiHAN can synergize and collaborate. ICAT being a neutral entity and an active contributor to the regulatory framework of the country can seek and facilitate necessary interventions so that the products developed are not only market-ready but can also ensure compliance with the regulations of the country and reduce reiteration of work. Future collaborative works between ICAT and TiHAN include webinars, training and capacity building programs, startups, and design challenges for problem statements from the industry as well as the ministry.”

TiHAN - A CoE for Autonomous Navigation Supports A Chair for Prof Srikanth at IIT-Hyderabad for UAV/ UGV

Prof Srikanth Saripalli (Department of Mechanical Engineering, Texas A&M University) has been appointed as the occupant of the TiHAN Chair in Autonomous Navigations at IIT Hyderabad

As a young IIT established in 2008, IITH is a top-ranking institute among the Top 10 in the recent Ministry of Education’s ARIIA & NIRF rankings. It has a strong research focus with state-of-the-art labs, research and entrepreneurship centers, and students and faculty at the forefront of innovation. Department of Science & Technology (DST), Govt of India, under the National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems (NMICPS), has sanctioned the prestigious Technology Innovation Hub in the technology vertical of Autonomous Navigation and Data Acquisition systems (UAVs, RoVs etc) to IIT Hyderabad, Technology Innovation Hub on Autonomous Navigation Foundation (TiHAN – IITH) has announced a Chair in the field of Autonomous Navigations at IIT Hyderabad (IITH). 

Prof Srikanth Saripalli (Department of Mechanical Engineering, Texas A&M University) has been chosen as the first appointee of the TiHAN Chair in Autonomous Navigations for a period of 3 years starting from 2022 at IITH. Prof Saripalli is being offered the TiHAN Chair in honor of his significant contributions to the field of Autonomous vehicles (ground as well as aerial vehicles), Connected Autonomy, and Sensors and applications.

Prof Srikanth Saripalli 

Conveying her wishes on occasion, Prof P Rajalakshmi, Project Director, TiHAN, said, “We strongly believe that Prof Srikanth Saripalli’s expertise in the area of UAV and UGV will enhance TiHAN- IITH capabilities as a strong player in the technology development for next-generation mobility solutions.”

Expressing his delight in the endowment, Prof. B. S. Murty, Director, IIT Hyderabad, said, “TiHAN is one of the unique Innovative initiatives of IITH, and since inception, it has taken many pathbreaking initiatives to promote innovation & entrepreneurship on the campus in autonomous navigation. I am sure many more Chairs will get established at IITH soon to keep realizing our motto of Inventing & Innovating in Technology for Humanity.”

About TiHAN:

Department of Science and Technology (DST), under National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber Physical Systems (NM-ICPS), has sanctioned the prestigious Technology Innovation Hub (TIH) in the technology vertical of Autonomous Navigation and Data Acquisition Systems (UAVs, ROVs, etc.). Technology Innovation Hub on Autonomous Navigation (TiHAN) at IITH is a multi-departmental initiative, including researchers from Electrical Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mathematics, Design, Entrepreneurship at IIT Hyderabad with collaboration and support from reputed institutions and industry.

As part of the project, we are setting up a first of its kind integrated testbed on Autonomous Navigations (Aerial/Terrestrial) on the IITH campus which has state of the art facilities such as Proving Grounds, Test tracks, Mechanical integration facilities like Hangers, Ground control stations, State of the art Simulation tools (SIL, MIL, HIL, VIL), Test tracks/circuits, Road Infra – Smart Poles, signalized & unsignalized Intersections, Environment Emulators like Rainfall Simulators, V2X Communications, Drone Runways & Landing area, Control Test center. TiHAN-IITH is envisaged as the destination for collaborative research for next-generation mobility solutions between academia, industry, and RnD Labs both national and international.

To know more, please visit: https://tihan.iith.ac.in/

Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH) is one of the eight new IITs established by the Government of India in 2008. In a short span of 14 years, the institute has become a top-ranker. Currently, it has 260+ full-time faculty, ~3,900 students, nearly 200+ state-of-the-art laboratories, and five research and entrepreneurship centers. The institute has a strong research focus with approx Rs 575+ crore of sanctioned research funding, with PhD scholars accounting for about 30% of total student strength. IITH has to its credit more than 7200+ research publications, 210+ patent disclosures, 1600+ sponsored/consultancy projects, and about 100+ startups.

To know more, please visit: https://www.iith.ac.in/

TiHAN Foundation, IIT Hyderabad Logo, Brochure & Skill Development Kits Launched

TiHAN has made significant progress since its inception and the development of a testbed which is the first of its kind by an institute in India is a testimony to its technological capabilities, Prof Murty.

Highlights:

• TiHAN encourages Industry partners to enhance footprints in program areas of Technology Development, Skill Development, Entrepreneurship Development, Fundraising for Joint Development & CSR initiatives.
• The skill development program includes Workshop & Boot camp (offline), Online courses, Hybrid courses & many more.
• Skill development initiative training partners can be Faculty of reputed institutions, Training companies/organizations, TiHAN partnered colleges, TiHAN partnered maker spaces & incubators, Corporate & Other interested parties in the field to collaborate R&D activities.
• UGV & UAV kits specifically designed for Skill Development Initiatives of Hub.

NMICPS (National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems) Technology Innovation Hub on Autonomous Navigation (TiHAN), IIT Hyderabad held its Hub Governing Body Meeting recently chaired by Prof B S Murty, Director, IITH which was attended by Dr K R Murali Mohan Mission Director, NMICPS, Department of Science & Technology along with other members. Dr K R Murali Mohan launched the logo & Brochure for TiHAN along with Unmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV) & Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) kits specifically designed for Skill Development Activities of Hub. TiHAN Logo has been designed considering innovation, autonomous navigation across different modes of transportation and the colors symbolize energy, dedication, new generation & technology. TiHAN has entered into an agreement with the industry to ensure commercial availability of UGV & UAV kits which will benefit utilization by target institutes, industry, and student enthusiasts. The occasion was graced by members of the TiHAN Hub Governing Board.

“TiHAN has been at the forefront of innovation in the assigned technology vertical of Autonomous Navigation & Data Acquisition Systems duly fulfilling the target objectives of the National Mission. TiHAN has made significant progress since its inception and development of a testbed for autonomous vehicles, which is the first of its kind by an institute in India, is a testimony to its technological capabilities”, said, Prof B S Murthy Director, IITH.

“TiHAN has made remarkable progress and should now focus on taking the Hub to next level through effective partnerships with Industry & Start-ups in ensuring translational research as well as commercialization of technological developments. NMICPS Hubs have been making a significant impact across the Nation in the assigned technology verticals by engaging Institutes, Industry, and research activities in a holistic manner”, added, Dr K M Murali, Mohan Mission Director, NMICPS, Dept of Science & Technology.

Sharing the latest updates on the project, Prof P Rajalakshmi, Project Director, TiHAN, IITH, said, “TiHAN has been leading research & development in the assigned vertical and would work closely with other stakeholders like PSUs, Government Institutes, Industry, R&D Organisations as well as start-ups in building a strong collaborative network to achieve objectives enshrined as part of NMICPS”.

About TiHAN, IIT Hyderabad

The newly established DST NMICPS Technology Innovation Hub on Autonomous Navigation and Data Acquisition Systems – TiHAN at IIT Hyderabad focuses on the research, design, and development of autonomous navigation and data acquisition systems for UAVs, RoVs, etc. With a synergetic industry and academic collaborations, the hub aims at realizing the utilization of autonomous navigation and data acquisition systems in the Indian as well as international context. The hub would like to accept R&D funding proposals in the field of Autonomous Navigation Systems for Ground Aerial & Water surface Vehicles, application of Autonomous Navigation Technologies in Agriculture, Infrastructure monitoring, Surveillance, Environmental Monitoring, and related areas.

Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH) is one of the eight new IITs established by the Government of India in 2008. In a short span of 13 years, the institute has become a top ranker and currently has 260+ full-time faculty, 3,900+ students (26% women), nearly 200+ state-of-the-art laboratories, and five research and entrepreneurship centers. The institute has a strong research focus with approx. Rs 575+ crore of sanctioned research funding with Ph.D. scholars accounting for about 30% of total student strength. IITH has to its credit more than 7200+ research publications, 210+ patent disclosures, 1600+ sponsored/consultancy projects, and about 100+ startups.