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C-DAC Launches Advanced EV Charging Station and Hardware Emulation Facility; Signs Technology Transfer Agreements and MoUs with Industry Partners
Empowering India’s Technological Future: MeitY’s Push for Indigenous Innovation
Today marked a significant milestone in India’s journey toward technological self-reliance, as Shri S. Krishnan, Secretary of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), inaugurated the Model Indigenous Electric Vehicle Charging Station at C-DAC Thiruvananthapuram, located within the Technopark Campus. This cutting-edge facility is equipped with both AC and DC fast chargers, catering to a wide range of vehicles from two-wheelers to heavy-duty transport. The station is poised to play a pivotal role in fostering an ecosystem that promotes indigenous research, development, and commercialization of EV charging infrastructure, advancing India’s aspirations in the electric mobility sector.
In addition to this, Shri S. Krishnan also inaugurated the Hardware Emulation Facility at C-DAC Thiruvananthapuram, aimed at supporting start-ups under MeitY’s C2S program and DLI Scheme. This facility is designed for the development, testing, and validation of hardware designs, particularly for VLSI (Very Large Scale Integration) and SoC (System on Chip) technologies. It offers invaluable resources for emulating hardware designs on reconfigurable platforms like FPGAs, providing a robust foundation for India’s growing tech start-up ecosystem.
Speaking at the event, Shri S. Krishnan emphasized the importance of indigenous innovation, stating, "Creating intellectual property in India for industrial applications is crucial to ensuring that the country remains at the forefront of global technological advancements. The government’s focus on introducing electric vehicles and renewable solutions is a testament to our commitment to self-reliance and sustainability."
The event also witnessed a series of significant technology transfers, MoUs (Memoranda of Understanding), and product launches:
Technology Transfer: The High Voltage High-Frequency Planar Magnetics technology, developed by C-DAC Thiruvananthapuram and IISc Bangalore, was transferred to Reliamotive Labs, Bangalore. This technology enables the design and testing of planar inductors and transformers for applications involving voltages up to 10kV and frequencies as high as 200 kHz.
MoU with L&T Semiconductor Technologies: C-DAC Thiruvananthapuram and L&T Semiconductor Technologies Limited signed an MoU to develop VEGA processor-based SoCs for various applications, marking a significant step forward in India’s semiconductor capabilities.
MoA for Network Security Solutions: A Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) was signed between C-DAC Thiruvananthapuram, C-DAC Chennai, and Aheesa Digital Innovations Pvt. Ltd. for the development of advanced network security solutions, including CDAC Rakshak and Darpan Virtual Network Solutions. These products, built on indigenous platforms, will enhance cybersecurity resilience across India.
Vehicle-to-Grid Technology Development: C-DAC Thiruvananthapuram and Hykon India Ltd. entered into an MoA to develop and deploy Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G), Vehicle-to-Home (V2H), and Vehicle-to-Building (V2B) technologies. These innovations will integrate power and transportation, supporting grid stability and promoting sustainable electric transportation solutions.
Smart Metering Technology: Another MoA was signed with JMV LPS to develop and deploy smart meter technologies for Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI). This evolution of smart metering technology offers a more interconnected and sophisticated solution, furthering India’s efforts toward a smarter energy grid.
Product Launch: Hykon India Ltd., Kochi, in collaboration with C-DAC Thiruvananthapuram, launched the Hybrid Power Conditioning Systems for Microgrids. Developed under the NaMPET program, these systems ensure grid synchronization, stability, and resiliency in industrial microgrids through robust hardware and advanced control systems.
The event was graced by several dignitaries, including Shri S.K. Marwaha, Group Coordinator at MeitY; Shri E. Magesh, DG of C-DAC; and industry leaders from L&T Semiconductors, Aheesa Digital Innovations, Hykon Pvt. Ltd., and Reliamotive Pvt. Ltd.
This series of initiatives and collaborations underscores India’s commitment to fostering indigenous technological innovation, paving the way for a self-reliant and sustainable future.
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