Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur has entered into a partnership with Mars(India) Antennas and RF System Private Limited. The agreement will witness the manufacture of future-generation smart EV chargers and hybrid inverters, which will support India’s drive for clean technology and energy efficiency.
A Strategic Leap for Innovation
The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) entered into by the Dean of Research and Development at IIT Kanpur Prof. Tarun Kumar Gupta and CEO Mars(India) Antennas Arvind Kumar Pilania is a pioneering measure to reduce the gap between research work in academias and application work in industry. Heading the ambitious project is Dr. Amarendra Edapuganti of the Department of Sustainable Energy Engineering, IIT Kanpur, whose team will be spearheading the research and innovations in the field.
Revolutionizing EV Charging & Hybrid Energy Solutions
The artificial intelligent technology-based smart EV charger under development will be able to charge several vehicles in parallel and provide grid stability. In addition, the smart hybrid inverter will improve energy efficiency by smartly controlling solar and grid power to utilize and conserve maximum energy.
Powering India’s Clean Tech Mission
IIT Kanpur Director Prof. Manindra Agarwal further stated that the program comes in sync with the National Manufacturing Mission included in the Union Budget. The mission is going to strengthen domestic manufacturing for critical industries such as solar PV cells, EV batteries, and high-voltage transmission equipment, and achieve clean technology independence.
Mars Energy and Mobility, a Mars(India) Antennas company, pledged to speed up the development of EV infrastructure. Its CEO, Arvind Kumar Pilania, stated plans to build a strong network of fast-charging points in just one year, with charging capability for high numbers of cars without taxing the power supply.
Expert Take on the Alliance
Prof. Manindra Agarwal also added, “The National Manufacturing Mission speaks volumes about the government’s intention to clean tech innovations. This partnership speaks volumes about our endeavor to catalyze path-breaking research and clean energy solutions.”
Dr. Amarendra Edapuganti also added, “Our collaboration with Mars(India) Antennas bridges the research and application gap. Future-gen Smart EV Chargers and Hybrid Inverters will be a dominant part of India’s future EV and energy storage ecosystem.”
Towards a Greener Future
With the difference between IIT Kanpur’s research background and application in industry, this collaboration will facilitate the electric vehicle scenario and the energy storage technology in India. The project is a step toward decoupling traditional sources of power, lowering the cost of energy, and creating a greener tomorrow.
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