L&T Technology Services and TiHAN IIT Hyderabad forge strategic partnership to drive advancements in ADAS and CV2X Communication

Hyderabad, India, June 11, 2024: L&T Technology Services Limited (BSE: 540115, NSE: LTTS), and the NMICPS TiHAN Foundation, Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IIT Hyderabad) have announced a collaboration aimed at fostering industry and academia advancement in the domains of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and Cellular Vehicle-to-Everything (CV2X) communication. This partnership represents a significant leap in the automotive landscape by bringing in cutting edge technologies across these domains.

LTTS and TiHAN IIT Hyderabad’s engagement is designed to facilitate research and application of ADAS and CV2X technologies, with a focus on elevating road safety, efficiency, and the overall driving experience. It seeks to harness the combined expertise of both entities to drive innovation and bring about transformative developments in connected vehicle ecosystems.

The project encompasses recent advancements within ADAS and CV2X technologies. It provides a comprehensive exploration of development of state-of-the-art features within Advanced Driver Assistance Systems, such as collision avoidance, lane departure warning, pedestrian detection, and adaptive cruise control. Additionally, it will focus on the integration of AI-driven algorithms and sensor technologies to enhance real-time hazard recognition and response capabilities, as well as the research and development of robust communication frameworks for Cellular Vehicle-to-Everything communication.

"At TiHAN IIT Hyderabad, we are dedicated to nurturing a culture of innovation and research excellence. The partnership with LTTS provides an opportunity for our students to immerse in real-world industry projects, while equipping them with practical experience and expertise in developing pioneering solutions within the ADAS and CV2X domains. We are confident that it will provide an invaluable exposure to cutting-edge technologies, preparing them to excel in shaping safer and more intelligent mobility industry,” said Dr. P. Rajalakshmi, Professor, Department of Electrical Engineering, and Project Director, NMICPS TiHAN Foundation at Indian Institute of Technology, Hyderabad.

“At IIT Hyderabad, we have always been at the forefront of technological innovation, striving to contribute meaningfully to the advancements in science and engineering. The impacts of our ADAS and C-V2X projects extend beyond the academic realm. As we make strides in technology, we are not just advancing knowledge; we are shaping the future of transportation, influencing industry practices, and contributing to societal well-being. Our current endeavors in ADAS and C-V2X exemplify this commitment, representing groundbreaking initiatives that align with the future of intelligent transportation systems”, Prof. B S Murty, Director, IIT Hyderabad, said.

“We are excited about the partnership with TiHAN IIT Hyderabad for the future of connected vehicles. LTTS has a successful track record of offering high end engineering solutions to global automotive OEMs. By harnessing our collective strengths, we aim to pioneer transformative solutions that will elevate the safety and efficiency standards of connected vehicles”, said Alind Saxena, Executive Director & President – Mobility & Tech at L&T Technology Services.

About TiHAN IIT Hyderabad

The Department of Science and Technology (DST), under the National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems (NMICPS), has sanctioned the prestigious Technology Innovation Hub (TIH) in the technology vertical of Autonomous Navigation and Data Acquisition Systems (UAVs, ROVs, etc.). Technology Innovation Hub on Autonomous Navigation (TiHAN) at IITH is a multi-departmental initiative, including researchers from Electrical Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mathematics, Design, Entrepreneurship at IITH with collaboration and support from reputed institutions and industry. A first-of-its-kind integrated testbed on Autonomous Navigations (Aerial/Terrestrial) on the IITH campus was set up, which has state-of-the-art facilities such as Proving Grounds, Test tracks, Mechanical integration facilities like Hangers, Ground control stations, State of the art Simulation tools (SIL, MIL, HIL, VIL), Test tracks/circuits, Road Infra – Smart Poles, signalized & signalized Intersections, Environment Emulators like Rainfall and Fog Simulators, V2X Communications, Drone Runways & Landing area, eVTOL Propulsion Lab, Control Test centre. TiHAN-IITH is envisaged as the destination for collaborative research for next-generation mobility solutions between academia, industry, and R&D Labs, both national and international.

To know more, please visit: https://www.tihan.iith.ac.in/