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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.

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Congratulations to ROBOFEST 3.0 Teams
Congratulations to ROBOFEST 3.0 Teams

GUJCOST's (Gujarat Council on Science and Technology) third edition of ROBOFEST, a national-level robot-making competition, concluded successfully at Science City, Ahmedabad, from December 28 to 30, 2023. The event witnessed fierce competition as 11 interdisciplinary

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Two days workshop on
Two days workshop on “Building the robotic arm” by Nirma Robotech Club

The Nirma Robotech Club organized a dynamic "Build Your Own Robotic Arm" workshop on August 26th-27th, 2023, at the Institute of Technology, Nirma University. This engaging event provided participants with the opportunity to gain hands-on

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11 Teams of ITNU got selected for GUJCOST-ROBOFEST 3.0 final stage
11 Teams of ITNU got selected for GUJCOST-ROBOFEST 3.0 final stage

ROBOFEST 3.0 is the third version of Robot Making competition organized by GUJCOST since last three years. A team of students and a mentor participate in this competition under different categories. It is Three stage

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Completed training program
Completed training program “Robotics Master’s Training program under TEERTH scheme, KCG (Government of Gujarat)”

Robotics Master's Training program under TEERTH scheme, KCG (Government of Gujarat). The training program includes 60 hours (10 days) of teaching and hands on Robotics, Electronics and Automation. This program covers various aspects like design thinking, electronics,

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Prof. Vishal Mehta and Mr. Rushiraj Vala (Research Scholar) received a best paper presentation award
Prof. Vishal Mehta and Mr. Rushiraj Vala (Research Scholar) received a best paper presentation award

Prof. Vishal Mehta and Mr. Rushiraj Vala (Research Scholar) received a best paper presentation award in International Conference on Robotics, Intelligent Automation and Control Technologies", (RIACT 2022) organized by VIT Chennai (India) and Teesside University (UK) during 23rd to

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Prof. Darshita Shah received a best paper presentation award
Prof. Darshita Shah received a best paper presentation award

Prof. Darshita Shah received a best paper presentation award in International Conference on Robotics, Intelligent Automation and Control Technologies", (RIACT 2022) organized by VIT Chennai (India) and Teesside University (UK) during 23rd to 25th September, 2022. Title of the

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School visit - Nirma Vidhyavihar
School visit – Nirma Vidhyavihar

School students: class 6 to 10 STD. Dates: 26, 27 and 29 July, 2022 Purpose: To inspire for learning related to Robotics and Automation

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Prof Mihir Chauhan is deputed to Florida Atlantic University, USA
Prof Mihir Chauhan is deputed to Florida Atlantic University, USA

Prof Mihir Chauhan is deputed to carry out research work for 6 months (Ju|y,2022 to December,2022) under the Faculty Exchange Programme at the School of Ocean and Mechanical Engineering, Florida Atlantic University, Florida, USA. The

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