हिंदी
Chandigarh, 17 January 2025
The three-day workshop on AI, CAD Modeling and Robotics concluded at the University Institute of Engineering and Technology (UIET), Panjab University, today. The workshop on “Hands-On AI, CAD Modeling, and Robotics for Advanced Engineering Solutions” was organised by the Sensor Energy and Automation Lab (SEAL), UIET under the Ministry of Human Resource Development’s (MHRD) SPARC initiative, Government of India.
This hands-on workshop provided participants with essential skill sets in the domains of Artificial Intelligence, Computer-Aided Design modeling, and robotics. Teams of participants successfully developed four innovative projects including a six-axis robotic arm, a face recognition locking system, an auto-aim bot and a palm-gesture-controlled robotic arm end effector. These projects were demonstrated to dignitaries and faculty members during the workshop’s closing session.
The valedictory function was graced by PU Dean of International Students Professor Kewal Krishan, as the Chief Guest. In his address, he highlighted the transformative potential of artificial intelligence and shared insights from his team research on an AI-based model for identifying real and forged signatures, emphasising its significance in addressing real-world challenges.
Professor Sanjeev Puri, Director, UIET expressed his satisfaction with the workshop’s outcomes and encouraged the SEAL team to make this event an annual feature.
Professor Manu Sharma, Director, CIIPP and TEC Co-ordinator, Panjab University along with his team shared a range of industrial problems identified by their group with the workshop participants. These challenges highlight the need for critical skill sets in AI, CAD modeling and robotics. The TEC team encouraged participants to apply their newly acquired skills to tackle these real-world industrial problems, emphasising the importance of translating learning into impactful solutions.
The workshop was coordinated by Dr. Gaurav Sapra, Professor Rajesh Kumar, and Dr. Garima Joshi from UIET in collaboration with Dr. Ankur Gupta from the Department of Cardiology, PGIMER, and Professor Mohsen Rahmani and Dr.Cuifeng Ying from Nottingham Trent University (NTU), UK.
Delivering the vote of thanks, Professor Rajesh Kumar acknowledged the contributions of trainers, faculty members and volunteers in making the event a grand success.
