PROJECTS & FUNDING

Research translated into systems, prototypes and capability.

Each project brings together a defined problem, experimental hardware, researchers, funding and research outputs.

CUMULATIVE PROJECT VALUE

Approximately ₹10.90 Crores

RESEARCH PROJECTS

From foundational inquiry to deployable energy systems.

A focused portfolio of funded research that advances electric mobility, clean energy, power electronics and resilient infrastructure.

Advanced Electric Machines & EVs

Design and Analysis of Axial Flux Machine Technology for EV Motor Drives

High-efficiency, compact axial flux motors for electric vehicles, focused on performance, weight reduction, thermal management, torque density and fault tolerance.

Science and Engineering Research Board (SERB), DST, Govt. of India

Principal Investigator (PI)

₹33 Lakhs

2023–2025

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Electric Vehicles, Charging & Smart Energy

The Smart Energy Metering and Billing System (SEMB): Enhancing EV Charging Infrastructure for Efficiency and Accessibility

A sustainable, user-centric EV charging ecosystem addressing energy distribution, grid integration and customer convenience.

IIT Bhilai Innovation and Technology Foundation

Principal Investigator (PI)

Approximately ₹1 Crore

2025–2028

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Power Electronics & Sustainable Mining

Power Electronics Research Facilities for Modernization of Mining Infrastructure

Advanced power electronics and automation laboratories for mining applications, focused on energy-efficient and safe electrical systems.

DST-FIST, Govt. of India

Co-Principal Investigator (Co-PI)

₹2.04 Crores

2023–2027

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Smart & Sustainable Mining

Development of Innovative and Cutting-edge Indigenous Technologies for Critical Mineral Exploration and Smart and Sustainable Mining

Indigenous technologies for efficient critical-mineral exploration and smart, sustainable mining tailored to India’s geological and industrial needs.

Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF)

Co-Principal Investigator (Co-PI)

₹2.3 Crores

2025–2026

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Energy Storage & Renewable Energy

Ultrabattery Technology for Renewable Intensive Electric Networks

Ultrabattery systems for grid stabilization and load-frequency control in renewable-intensive electric networks.

IIT (ISM) Dhanbad, Institute Fund

Principal Investigator (PI)

₹14 Lakhs

2022–2025

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AI for Power Systems & Power Quality

Use of Generative AI for Power Quality Management

AI-powered power-quality monitoring for real-time fault detection, voltage stability and harmonic suppression in smart grids.

Capgemini Technology Services India Limited

Co-Principal Investigator (Co-PI)

₹8.67 Lakhs

2025

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CONSULTANCY PROJECTS

Applied expertise for real-world energy and mobility challenges.

Industry and institutional collaborations can be organized here to showcase problem-solving engagements, technical advisory work and implementation-focused outcomes.

Renewable Energy Skills & Capacity Building

Skill Training Center of Excellence in Collaboration with ReNew Foundation

A national-level renewable-energy skill training center with programs in solar energy, battery management and smart grids.

ReNew Foundation & National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) Skill Sector Council

Head of Center & Coordinator

₹5 Crores (₹1 Crore per year)

2024–2029

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INVITED TALKS & SHORT-TERM COURSES

Knowledge exchange across institutes, classrooms and professional forums.

Invited talks, faculty-development programmes and short-term courses can be documented here as a focused record of academic outreach and specialist teaching.

Electric Vehicles

Technologies and Protocols for EV Integration

Future Energy Networks: PV–EV Synergy and Intelligent Grid Systems

Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India

Expert Lecture

2026

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Renewable Energy & Sustainable Mining

Role of Renewable Energy in Mining

Talk on integrating renewable energy sources into mining operations for stronger sustainability and efficiency. Impact: enhanced CIL executives’ understanding of renewable-energy adoption in mining.

Refresher Training Program for CIL Executives, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad

Invited Speaker

2025

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Grid Synchronization & Microgrids

Connecting the Home Grid to the Public Grid

Talk covering grid synchronization, microgrid management and bidirectional power flow between home and public grids. Impact: improved professional and researcher understanding of home-grid connectivity.

IEEE PELS/IAS/PES Joint Chapter, IEEE Vizag Bay Section

Invited Speaker

2024

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Electric Vehicles, Charging & Battery Management

Advances in Electric Vehicle Drive Systems, Charging Infrastructure, and Battery Management Systems

Lecture on EV propulsion technologies, motor control, battery-management design and optimization, fast-charging infrastructure and grid integration. Impact: trained engineers, researchers and students on current EV and battery technologies.

Electric Mobility Club, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad

Invited Speaker

2022

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Electric Vehicles & Energy Storage

Advances in Electrical Vehicle Propulsion Drives, Control, and Battery Management Systems

Lecture on advanced EV propulsion systems, control strategies and battery-management innovations. Impact: enhanced expertise in EV propulsion and energy-storage solutions.

SERB (AVS), DST, Govt. of India

Invited Speaker

2022

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Vehicle-to-Grid & Virtual Power Plants

Role of EVs in Virtual Power Plants & Ancillary Services

Talk on vehicle-to-grid technology, virtual power plants and ancillary services. Impact: provided professionals with insights into EV integration in smart grids and energy markets.

AICTE-QIP Short Term Course, NITTTR Chandigarh

Invited Speaker

2022

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AI, IoT & Smart Grids

AI & IoT Applications in Power Systems

Lecture on AI-based predictive maintenance, IoT-enabled grid monitoring and automation in modern power systems. Impact: empowered researchers and industry professionals with AI-driven power-system solutions.

AICTE-MRSPTU FDP on IoT & AI in Industry 4.0

Invited Speaker

2022

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Virtual Synchronous Generators & Renewable Integration

Virtual Synchronous Generators for Future Renewable Power Integration

Short course on virtual synchronous generator technology, grid-stability enhancement and renewable-power integration. Impact: provided knowledge on advanced control strategies for renewable-rich power systems.

Short Course, NIT Uttarakhand

Invited Speaker

2022

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WORKSHOPS ORGANIZED

Hands-on learning designed around emerging energy technologies.

This view is ready for organized workshops that bring practical learning in electric mobility, power electronics, renewable energy and smart-grid systems to students and professionals.

Electric Vehicles, Charging & Battery Management

Advances in Electric Vehicle Drive Systems, Charging Infrastructure, and Battery Management Systems

Workshop covering EV propulsion technologies and motor control, battery-management design and optimization, and fast-charging infrastructure with grid integration. Impact: trained engineers, researchers and students on current EV and battery technologies.

Electric Mobility Club, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad

Workshop Facilitator

2022

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Dr. Vedantham Lakshmi Srinivas

Assistant Professor, Department of Electrical Engineering
IIT (ISM) Dhanbad

Contact

Room/Cabin 122, New Academic Complex
IIT (ISM) Dhanbad, India

Official IIT (ISM) email

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