Institute of Management, Nirma University - Logo
discover image

Centre for Robotics and Automation

The Center of Robotics and Automation (CRA) serves as the central hub within Nirma University, established to foster and advance interdisciplinary research and developmental endeavors in the domains of robotics and automation. The CRA is furnished with cutting-edge infrastructure including a UR10 six-axis collaborative robot, a 25DOF NAO Humanoid robot, a TurtleBot mobile robot, an AI-SerBot  intelligent mobile robot, an Omni drive mobile robot, a Hydraulic and Pneumatic trainer kit, a PLC trainer kit, a Sensors kit, and assorted DIY kits. Operating within the state-of-the-art facility, CRA is engaged in many externally funded research projects, PhD projects, as well as undergraduate and postgraduate student projects. These projects primarily revolve around soft robotics, reconfigurable robots,  structure-climbing robots, AI-enabled or AI-assisted robotic applications, field robots, underwater robots, and other related areas. The center also encourage and support students to take part in various national and international competitions.

 

Testimonial

My time at Nirma University from 2013 to 2017 was a rewarding experience. I had the privilege of being part of a ROBOCON team throughout all four year
Denim Patel
Denim Patel

“My Journey with Nirma Robocon: A Transformative Experience” As a student at Nirma University from 2017 to 2021, I had the incredible oppo
Akshay Marvaniya
Akshay Marvaniya

My time at Nirma University and the experience with the Nirma Robocon Club under the Centre for Robotics and Automation led by Dr. Mihir Chauhan has b
Aayush Gohil
Aayush Gohil

I was a member of Team Nirma Robocon from 2019 to 2022, starting as a trainee and eventually becoming a team leader. During this period, I underwent s
Dhrumil Shekhda
Dhrumil Shekhda

My journey as part of the Nirma Robocon team from 2020 to 2024 has been incredibly rewarding and transformative. Initially, I felt uncertain and overw
Harsh Chotaliya
Harsh Chotaliya

Nirma University played a pivotal role in shaping my engineering career. As a mechanical engineering student with a passion for robotics, joining Nirm
Arya Kargathara
Arya Kargathara

Being part of the Team Nirma Robocon (2014 – 2018) was one of the best things that happened to me. Here, I experienced almost every possible hum
Meet Pandya
Meet Pandya

At the Center for Robotics and Automation (CRA), I embarked on an exhilarating journey that transcended the boundaries of traditional learning. Under

Karan Choudhary
Karan Choudhary
view all

News

Team Nirma AUV Set to Defend Title at National AMU ROV 3.0 Competition
Team Nirma AUV Set to Defend Title at National AMU ROV 3.0 Competition

Team Nirma AUV is all set to participate in the prestigious National AMU ROV 3.0 competition, scheduled for 9–10 November 2024 at Aligarh Muslim University. After securing first place in last year's competition, the team

Read More
Team Nirma Robocon Wins National Championship 11th times, Advances to International Stage
Team Nirma Robocon Wins National Championship 11th times, Advances to International Stage

Team Nirma Robocon triumphed at the National Robocon competition held in New Delhi from July 12th to 14th, 2024. Organized by Doordarshan and IIT Delhi, the event saw 69 teams compete, with Team Nirma emerging

Read More
Team Nirma Robocon Poised for Another Triumph at DD Robocon 2024
Team Nirma Robocon Poised for Another Triumph at DD Robocon 2024

Team Nirma Robocon, a ten-time national champion, is gearing up to showcase its exceptional talent at the DD Robocon 2024. The prestigious national robotic contest will be held from July 12th to 14th, 2024, at

Read More
Nirma Robocon Prepares for 2024 DD Robocon Finals
Nirma Robocon Prepares for 2024 DD Robocon Finals

Ten-time national champion Team Nirma Robocon is once again gearing up for the upcoming DD Robocon 2024 national competition, set to be held in Delhi in July. The team secured its place in the final

Read More
Full body Exoskeleton
Full body Exoskeleton

Read More
Amphibious robot
Amphibious robot

Read More
Telecome tower climbing robot
Telecome tower climbing robot

Read More
Team Nirma AUV Shines at 2024 Singapore Autonomous Underwater Vehicle Challenge
Team Nirma AUV Shines at 2024 Singapore Autonomous Underwater Vehicle Challenge

Team Nirma AUV took part in the 2024 Singapore Autonomous Underwater Vehicle Challenge (SAUVC) held from April 5th to April 8th at Singapore Polytechnic. Despite tough competition with 86 registered teams, Team Nirma AUV excelled,

Read More