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Time of India
25-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
IIT-BHU launches 6-month certification programme on IoT & manufacturing
Varanasi: A six-month AICTE QIP–PG Certification Programme titled 'IoT and Manufacturing: Methods, Processes, Applications and Technology' has been inaugurated at the Indian Institute of Technology, BHU. Organised by the Precision Engineering Hub (PEH), the initiative is supported by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) under its Quality Improvement Programme (QIP), aimed at upskilling faculty members across the country in emerging digital and smart manufacturing technologies. The inaugural ceremony was graced by IIT-BHU acting director Prof NK Mukhopadhyay and DIA-CoE director Tapash Kumar Nandy. Key faculty members, including Prof. Santosh Kumar, PEH Coordinator, Prof. Sandeep Kumar, Head of Mechanical Engineering, and G. M. Karthik, Programme Coordinator, were present. A total of 36 faculty members from nine states and union territories are participating, with 25 holding PhDs in fields like Mechanical, Electrical, and Electronics Engineering. The course is led by eight IIT (BHU) faculty experts and includes hands-on training in a dedicated IoT Lab developed with FITAS Robotics and Embedded Systems Pvt. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like If you have a mouse, play this game for 1 minute Navy Quest Undo Ltd. Industry experts will also deliver guest lectures. Prof. Mukhopadhyay highlighted the programme's role in preparing educators for Industry 4.0, while Nandy stressed the importance of aligning academic efforts with national technology goals. Karthik emphasized the interdisciplinary structure of the course, which promotes skill development and collaborative learning to strengthen technological education at the grassroots.
Time of India
25-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
IIT (BHU) launches AICTE-sponsored certification programme on IoT and smart manufacturing
VARANASI: A six-month QIP–PG Certification Programme titled 'IoT and Manufacturing: Methods, Processes, Applications and Technology' was inaugurated at the Indian Institute of Technology ( ), Varanasi, on June 23. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The programme, organised by the Precision Engineering Hub (PEH), is supported by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) under its Quality Improvement Programme (QIP) and aims to upskill faculty members across India in emerging areas of digital technologies and smart manufacturing. The inaugural ceremony was attended by Prof. N. K. Mukhopadhyay, Acting Director, (BHU), and Tapash Kumar Nandy, Director, DIA-CoE. The event was attended by key faculty members, including Prof. Santosh Kumar, PEH Coordinator, Prof. Sandeep Kumar, Head of the Department of Mechanical Engineering, and G. M. Karthik, Programme Coordinator. The certification programme has drawn participation from 36 faculty members representing nine states and union territories, with 25 participants holding PhDs in disciplines such as Mechanical, Electrical, and Electronics Engineering. The course is delivered by eight faculty experts from IIT (BHU) and includes hands-on training in a dedicated IoT Lab, developed in collaboration with FITAS Robotics and Embedded Systems Pvt. Ltd. The programme also features guest lectures from industry leaders, offering participants critical insights into real-world applications. In his inaugural address, Prof. Mukhopadhyay underscored the importance of equipping educators with practical knowledge in IoT, automation, and smart systems, calling the initiative a vital step in enhancing India's capabilities in Industry 4.0 and advanced manufacturing. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Nandy emphasised the significance of academia–industry collaboration and encouraged participants to align their teaching and research with national priorities, particularly in areas such as materials innovation and strategic technology development. Highlighting the interdisciplinary structure of the programme, Karthik noted its focus on professional growth, collaborative learning, and skill transfer, empowering faculty to bring cutting-edge technological education to their students and institutions.
BBC News
16-05-2025
- Health
- BBC News
Music and arts help boost wellbeing for Guernsey patients
Patients at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital (PEH) have been enjoying crafting and music thanks to a joint initiative to boost wellbeing. The Participatory Arts Programme is a collaboration between Health and Social Care (HSC), Guernsey Art Network (GAN) and the School of Popular Music (SoPM).The Healthcare Musician Programme brings live music to children's wards and the Creativity Trolley offers activity packs for patients and hospital staff. Lottie Barnes, the government head of creative health, said the programme was an "incredible success" with more than 100 patients engaging with it each week. The programme, funded through grants and charities, was started as a way to boost wellbeing, provide comfort and promote therapeutic benefits to people in hospital care."I am thrilled to see the positive impact the participatory arts programme at the PEH is having on our patients, their families, and our staff," said Ms Barnes."We understand that being in a hospital can be challenging, and our goal is to make the experience just a little bit better." 'Magical moment' The Healthcare Musician Programme sees the SoPM perform for patients in the children's ward and neonatal unit. A family member of a patient on Frossard Ward said a performance had been a "magical moment that was so uplifting and calming"."The musicians were brilliant, and it meant so much to us as a family to have that short time that created an escape," they said. "We could participate as much or as little as we wanted, which made the experience both engaging and peaceful for all of us." The Creativity Trolley, which was launched in May 2024, is a mobile art cart filled with supplies and activity are able to have one-on-one guided art sessions at their bedside, group workshops, or independent creative activities. Trained practitioners and volunteers visit areas across the hospital, including the children's Frossard Ward and the Bulstrode Oncology Unit for cancer patients. Hospital ward manager Jane Baker said it was a "huge help for our staff" whenever the art team visited the ward."They make such a positive impact on our patients by giving them things to do and enabling them to practise skills and develop new ones," she said.
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Ideematec and Parliament Energy Holdings Extend Strategic Partnership for U.S. Solar Projects
Horizon L:TEC® 1P trackers are ideal for high winds and extreme weather conditions throughout Texas region PHOENIX, May 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ideematec is pleased to announce the continuation of its strategic partnership with Parliament Energy Holdings ("PEH"), following the successful deployment of the 640 MWdc Parliament Solar project. This project had no damage from Hurricane Beryl and no module damage from ten (10) on-site hail events during the construction phase and is now moving into the operations phase. Parliament Solar, a 640 MWdc site north of Houston, TX spans over 3,000 acres with over 6,000 Ideematec L:TEC® 1P trackers. Building on this success, Ideematec will supply its Horizon L:TEC® 1P trackers for PEH's upcoming 2.1 GW project pipeline in Texas. The first project in this pipeline—a 650 MWdc installation located south of Dallas, Texas—is scheduled to begin construction in late 2025. "Our strong track record in hurricane-prone regions, combined with our hail-stow design process, gives PEH the confidence that the L:TEC® 1P design can withstand both high winds and hail events—even when they occur simultaneously," said Philipp Klemm, CEO of Ideematec Inc. About Ideematec IDEEMATEC is a Germany-based provider of high-performance solar tracking systems, with its North American headquarters in Arizona. With over 15 years of global expertise in tracker technology and a proven track record of more than 7 GW deployed, IDEEMATEC is a recognized leader in the industry. Its flexible tracker design allows for easy installation, reliable operation, and superior energy yields. The L:TEC® Family represents IDEEMATEC's latest advancement in solar tracking technology—a modular portfolio built on a unified platform that supports both 1P and 2P configurations. It incorporates a patented locking technology that stabilizes the system by securing the trackers in place at every position. L:TEC® now features pre-assembled components and enhanced solutions designed to protect the system during extreme weather events. For more information, please visit Ideematec Cision View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Ideematec
