IIT Madras Join Hands with Altair to Launch eMobility Simulation Lab

IIT Madras and Altair have collaborated to introduce an eMobility Simulation Lab, equipped with cutting-edge products and tools, supported financially by Altair. Following this initiative, new labs and facilities will be established to provide comprehensive research and training in the field of eMobility. Get details here 

IIT Madras Join Hands with Altair to Launch eMobility Simulation Lab

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras has partnered with Altair to launch an eMobility Simulation Lab. Set up in the Department of Engineering Design, IIT Madras, this lab will have state-of-the-art products and tools along with financial support from Altair. This will be followed with other labs and facilities to deliver research and training in the eMobility Domain.

The lab will host Altair’s modelling and simulation tools to support the academic activities that IIT Madras will carry out in the other eMobility labs for Batteries, Charging, Power Electronics, Motors and Controllers and Vehicle Engineering, among other related areas. The Department of Engineering Design at IIT Madras has developed and launched a series of initiatives and programs in the area of eMobility over the last three years. 

Key Outcomes From the eMobility Simulation Lab 

Prof. V. Kamakoti, Director, IIT Madras, said, “Given the Government’s focus on eMobility and rapid expansion of the market that is expected, there is a need for IIT Madras to play its role in the academic space. eMobility-related initiatives in Academic Programs, Research and Policy are all managed and offered with multiple Departments contributing with the Department of Engineering Design acting as the nodal department.”

• Enhance student learning in related courses
• Support academic projects and research
• Complement skilling initiatives in the eMobility domain

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Vishwanath Rao, Managing Director, Altair, said, “I am confident that the creation of the eMobility Simulation Lab at IIT Madras represents a pivotal stride in advancing research within the electric vehicle domain and advocating for sustainable transportation solutions. Our unwavering commitment extends to providing continuous support and expertise to guarantee the project's triumphant execution.”

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