Wheels Of Progress: E-Baja Stories With Team “Motorage”

The Wheels of Progress event, organized on 16th April 2024, featured an inspiring experience-sharing session by Team Motorage. The team, known for their success in designing and building electric off-road vehicles for the E-Baja competition, shared their journey, strategies, and challenges. They highlighted their achievements, including overcoming technical hurdles and securing competitive rankings, while emphasizing the importance of teamwork and innovation. With 31 attendees, the session was highly motivational, offering valuable insights into applying academic knowledge to real-world projects. Participants found the session interactive, inspiring, and deeply engaging, making it a memorable and impactful event.

16th April, 2024

PESQUIZINE

The PESQUIZINE, an online quiz competition organized by IEEE PES SBC RIT on 7th April 2024, celebrated PES Day with enthusiastic participation. The event aimed to test participants' knowledge and engagement in power and energy-related topics. Winners Hajara Raheed (S2 CS, RIT) and Akshay O R (S8 Mech, RIT) were recognized for their outstanding performance. Attendees appreciated the timely and well-coordinated event, making it a successful and engaging experience for all participants.

7th April, 2024

Empower Her: Photography Competition

The EmpowerHer Photography Competition, organized by IEEE PES SBC RIT from 7th to 14th March 2024, celebrated Women’s Day by honoring the diverse experiences, achievements, and struggles of women worldwide through photography. Exclusively for girls, the competition encouraged participants to showcase their creativity and perspectives on womanhood. Entries were evaluated based on creativity, technical proficiency, composition, and storytelling. The winners, Megha Madhu and Sredha Sibichen (S6 EEE, RIT), were recognized for their impactful submissions. Attendees appreciated the event’s ethical evaluation process and seamless coordination, making it a meaningful celebration of women’s empowerment.

7th March - 14th March, 2024

Industrial Visit 1: ASAP CSP Kunnamthanam

As part of AKPESSC'23, an industrial visit to the Electric Vehicle Centre of Excellence (EV CoE) occurred on October 27, 2023, educating delegates on EV maintenance, repair, and battery testing. Organized by IEEE PES Kerala Chapter, and hosted by IEEE SB RIT, the visit facilitated interaction with EV CoE staff, providing insights into electric vehicles. This interactive session highlighted challenges, competition, and market growth in the electric vehicle sector, offering valuable knowledge to participants.

27th October 2023

Industrial Visit 2: KSEB Ettumanoor

The industrial visit to the KSEB 220kV substation, Ettumanoor, exposed students to transformers, control panels, relays, and circuit breakers, fostering curiosity for deeper learning. Explaining control panels, touring the distribution field, and showcasing the Gas-insulated substation provided precise details. Interaction with staff and executives offered insights into KSEB's operations and challenges. Attendees expressed satisfaction and deeper academic understanding and gained valuable insights into industrial workings.

27th October 2023

Industrial Visit 3: KSEB Poovanthuruthu

The visit to the 220kV substation, KSEB Poovanthuruthu, provided valuable insights to the attendees. Assistant engineers guided the delegates through the 220kV, 66kV, and 11kV sections explaining the circuit breakers and various equipment. Delegates envisioned roles as Assistant Engineers, contributing to societal electricity needs. The visit offered an understanding of energy processing and protection schemes, igniting interest in electrical operations. Delegates enjoyed the substation visit, linking theory to practical applications and a commitment to renewable energy development.

27th October 2023

Talk Session 1: Climatic Change

The first talk session focused on addressing the urgent need for global action against climate change. Dr. Bindhu B K, Associate Professor, RIT Kottayam, facilitated the session, where she outlined the escalating impact on the environment, such as rising levels, increased temperature, and biodiversity loss. The session concluded with a call for immediate action and global cooperation to combat climate change effectively. Attendees found the session highly informative and motivating and gained a deeper understanding of the significance of individual and collective efforts in addressing this global crisis.

27th October 2023

Student Professional Awareness Session 1: Navigating Success: Art of Professional Network

Dr. Rahul Satheesh, a renowned expert in the field of professional development, conducted an insightful session on the importance of networking, developing a comprehensive skill set, exploring internship opportunities, etc. The session emphasized the need for upskilling, providing attendees with tools to identify and learn relevant skills. Attendees appreciated the session's focus on practical aspects and the insights of the speaker left a lasting impact on participants, inspiring them to enhance their professional reach.

27th October 2023

Talk Session 2: Sustainability

Mentor Mr. Adil Nasser, Professor, College of Engineering, Kidangoor, took a unique approach to engage the delegates by dividing them into smaller groups and assigning tasks of brainstorming about Sustainability. During the session, the speaker attentively listened to the findings of each group, summarized the discussion, and explained various ways in which sustainability can be achieved. The session helped to create a collaborative atmosphere and motivated the delegates to take action toward sustainability and spread awareness to their peers and community.

27th October 2023

Workshop 1: ETAP

To introduce students to the principles and practical applications of ETAP, a workshop was organized as part of AKPESSC'23. Mentors, Dr. Vinod V, Associate Professor, Govt. Engineering College, Barton Hill, Thiruvananthapuram, and Prof. Roshan Alex, Faculty, MSigma Gokulam, played a pivotal role in imparting valuable insights and fostering an engaging learning environment. The workshop successfully equipped attendees with a foundational understanding of load flow analysis and its practical implementation using ETAP. The interactive nature of the session allowed diverse participants to engage and learn effectively, enhancing their comprehension of power systems.

28th October 2023

Workshop 2: Energy Auditing

In a workshop led by Mr. BV Suresh Babu, participants explored the vital intersection of Energy Engineering and the Environment. Covering thermodynamics to global environmental concerns, the session emphasized energy conservation and environmental protection. It stressed the need for innovative solutions in addressing energy industry challenges. The workshop successfully educated participants on the latest advancements in the energy sector, with engaging discussions on sustainability and global concerns leaving a lasting impact. Positive feedback praised the event for its educational and inspiring content.

28th October 2023

Workshop 3: PV Design and Implementation

Dr. Ajith Gopi and Mr. Ananthu R. Krishnan led a workshop covering diverse areas, emphasizing solar energy's role in addressing energy poverty and remote power implementation. Demonstrating PV system software, notably PVSyst, they trained students in solar power system design. The workshop deepened understanding and offered hands-on experience, enabling participants to simulate a solar plant and generate detailed energy reports. The comprehensive coverage of solar energy principles empowered attendees with crucial knowledge for future endeavours in the field.

28th October 2023

YP Track: Young Professional Transition

Mr. Hariprasad of Zellab Dynamics Pvt. Ltd. and Mr. Nithin V M, Mtech in Power Electronics, guided delegates on transitioning from IEEE student members to Young Professionals. Sharing personal experiences, they offered practical tips on maximizing IEEE membership benefits post-graduation. Emphasizing the importance of a strong IEEE relationship for professional growth, the session highlighted research and networking opportunities. The event motivated attendees to leverage their IEEE membership, fostering commitment to community engagement. Positive feedback indicated participants felt empowered and motivated to maximize IEEE benefits.

29th October 2023

IEEE PES Chairs Meet

IEEE PES Chairs Meet 2023, organized as part of AKPESSC'23, gathered IEEE PES SBC Excom members from various colleges at RIT, Kottayam. Prof. Deepa A K and Er. Harikumar K P opened the session followed by a session on design by Mr. Sanjay P V and Ms. Shilpa Prasad. The YP Track was handled by Er. Hariprasad and Mr. Nithin V M. Excom members from various SBCs presented their activities, plans, and achievements, motivating others. The event facilitated networking and idea exchange, providing a valuable platform for attendees. Delegates appreciated the opportunity to expand their network and gain insights into upskilling for industry readiness.

29th October 2023

Talk Session 3: Power Electronics and Battery Management

Immersed in the domain of Power Electronics-based Battery Management Systems, Mr. Sumukh Surya shared profound insights into Li-ion cells, BMS algorithms, and mathematical modelling. This comprehensive workshop offered real-world applications and solutions, equipping delegates with practical knowledge to navigate industry challenges, implement MATLAB solvers, and optimize step sizes for precise simulations. Participants appreciated the candid approach of the speaker for blending theory and real-world insights, finding practical applications in industry challenges, and gaining valuable knowledge applicable to the complexities of better management systems.

29th October 2023

WiE Track: Opportunities and Hurdles in AI-Centric Startups

The "Opportunities and Hurdles in AI-Centric Startups" event was a dynamic exploration of AI entrepreneurship. Led by Ms. Shalini V Nair, Founder of Ennoventure Inc., participants gained insights from her extensive AI startup experience. Success stories inspired, and discussions covered regulatory challenges, compliance, and ethics. Attendees engaged in a dynamic exchange of ideas with Ms. Shalini, and positive feedback highlighted the event's value for innovation and growth in the dynamic AI entrepreneurial space.

29th October 2023

Student Professional Awareness Session 2: Conquering Inhibitions

Facilitated by Prof. Jithin K Jose, the session empowered students to overcome inhibitions in their personal and professional lives. As Vice Chair of the Membership Development Committee at IEEE Kerala Section and Assistant Professor at JEC, Thrissur, Prof. Jithin K Jose shared insights and a roadmap for growth. Interactive activities fostered self-awareness, providing tools to tackle inhibitions confidently. Participants left inspired with practical strategies and a supportive community.

29th October 2023

Resume Revamp

Resume Revamp was an online workshop, aimed to provide participants with the expertise to craft impactful resumes and boost their career prospects. The interactive session, guided by Mr. Vyasan J., offered attendees the chance to seek guidance on specific queries, thereby enriching the hands-on learning experience. Aligned with IEEE Day, the workshop emphasized its significance for the professional growth of young engineers.

3rd October 2023

Futuris

As part of IEEE PES Day 2023 celebrations, IEEE PES SBC RIT hosted an online session on May 19, 2023, focusing on 'Renewable Energy Transformation'. Led by Er. Anil M., Secretary of IEEE EdSoc Kerala Chapter, the session provided participants with a practical application of textbook knowledge. Attendees gained insights into how the generated renewable energy undergoes transformation and serves diverse purposes, seamlessly aligning with the theme of the event.

19th May 2023

Powering A Climate-Safe Future

This online interactive session was conducted on 18th May, by IEEE PES SBC RIT along with IEEE PES Kerala Chapter and IEEE SB GECT as part of celebrating IEEE PES Day 2023. The session was handled by Dr. Ajith Gopi, Chair of the IEEE PES Kerala Chapter. The event aimed at providing different ideas to tackle the present situation of global warming and fight for a better future. Around 38 students actively participated in the event, gaining a clear idea of how to implement basic knowledge into a bigger view.

18th May 2023

PESQUIZINE

Pesquizine, an online quiz competition, was organized by IEEE PES SBC RIT on May 6th, 2023 delivering a significant intellectual engagement for the participants. Around 30 students actively embraced the challenge, reflecting a commendable level of interest and involvement. The program's flawless coordination ensured the smooth conduction of the quiz within the scheduled time frame, delivering an enriching experience for all participants.

6th May 2023

Slogan Writing Competition

IEEE PES SBC RIT conducted a slogan writing competition under AALEKH as part of PES Day 2021.

14th April, 2021 - 25th April, 2021

Doodling Competition

IEEE PES SBC RIT conducted a doodling competition under AALEKH as part of PES Day 2021.

6th April, 2021 - 11th April, 2021

PESQUIZINE 2.0

IEEE PES SBC RIT conducted PESQUIZINE 2.0, an online quiz competition based on the IEEE Power and Energy magazine, as part of the PES day 2021 on April 5, 2021 at 8 PM.

5th April, 2021

Article Writing Competition

IEEE PES SBC RIT conducted an article writing competition under AALEKH as part of PES Day 2021.

1st April, 2021 - 9th April, 2021

Webinarit Episode 17

IEEE PES SBC RIT conducted the seventeenth webisode of Webinarit on 28th December, 2020 at 8 PM IST. The session was handled by Sreelakshmi V of S3 EEE, on the topic ‘EV for sustainable mobility’.

28 December 2020

Webinarit Episode 16

IEEE PES SBC RIT conducted the sixteenth webisode of the Webinarit on 23rd December, 2020 at 8 PM. The session was handled by Aravind Ram K of S3 CSE, on the topic ‘Intro to OpenStreetmap’.

23 December 2020

Webinarit Episode 15

IEEE PES SBC RIT conducted the fifteenth webisode of the Webinarit on 16th December, 2020 at 8 PM IST. The session was handled by Anisha Suresh of S3 CSE, on the topic ‘Silent Sound technology’.

16 December 2020

Circuit Debugathon

IEEE PES SBC RIT conducted Circuit Debugathon, a 3-day event from 8 to 10 December 2020. The workshop mainly involved debugging of PCB designs.

8 December 2020 - 10 December 2020

Webinarit Episode 14

IEEE PES SBC RIT conducted the fourteenth webisode of Webinarit on 7th December, 2020 at 8 PM. The session was handled by Vysakh T of S5 CSE, Link Representative of IEEE SB RIT, on the topic ‘UI/UX Design with Figma’.

7 December 2020

Webinarit Episode 13

IEEE PES SBC RIT conducted the thirteenth webisode of Webinarit on 4th December, 2020 at 7:30 PM. The session was handled by Abdul Ahad of S5 EEE, on the topic ‘Computer Vision using OpenCV’.

4 December 2020

Treasure Hunt

IEEE PES SBC RIT and Astronomical Society of RIT jointly conducted a treasure hunt competition based on Space and Research in accordance with Space week 2020, on October 10th, 2020 at 7 PM.

10 October 2020

A Minute for Faraday

IEEE PES SBC RIT conducted an event in accordance with the birth anniversary celebration of Michael Faraday. The event was to create videos of students showcasing their talents as a tribute to Michael Faraday. The deadline of the event was on October 9th, 2020.

9 October 2020

Webinarit Episode 12

IEEE PES SBC RIT conducted the twelfth webisode of the Webinarit on 3rd October, 2020 at 8 PM. The session was handled by Kannan P Kochumon of S7 EEE, on the topic ‘HVDC Transmission system’.

3 October 2020

Ham-Radio

IEEE PES SBC RIT conducted a webinar session on ‘Ham-Radio’ on 13th September, 2020 at 7PM IST. The session was handled by Mr. Aravind S, Licensed Ham radio operator.

13 September 2020

Explore IEEE 2

IEEE PES SBC RIT conducted the second edition of ‘ExploreIEEE’ an intra-college event conducted as part of the MD session. The event started from 25th August and the deadline for completing the task was on 29th August.

29 August 2020

Webinarit Episode 11

IEEE PES SBC RIT conducted the eleventh webisode of Webinarit on 12th August, 2020 at 7 PM IST. The session was handled by Veena M of S5 ECE, on the topic ‘Biometrics and its Applications’.

12 August 2020

The Industry Academia Consortium

IEEE PES SBC RIT and IEEE PES Young Professionals, Kerala Chapter jointly organized The Industry Academia Consortium on Sunday, 9th August 2020 at 3.00 PM.

9 August 2020

Webinarit Episode 10

IEEE PES SBC RIT conducted the tenth webisode of Webinarit on August 2, 2020 at 6.30 PM. The session was handled by Aparna A of S4 ECE on the topic Biomedical Signal Processing.

2 August 2020

IEEE and PES Membership Benefits

IEEE PES SBC RIT conducted the second phase of the Membership Development series, 'IEEE and PES Membership Benefits' from 30th July to 13th August. This was a WhatsApp group discussion conducted for the student IEEE members of RIT. We conducted the event in the same effective way as the first phase was really useful for them.

30 July 2020 - 13 August 2020

Your Shine Can Glow The World

IEEE PES SBC RIT jointly with IEEE WIE AG RIT organised 'Your Shine Can Glow The World', a talk by Ms. Mehak Azeem aimed to usher the young ladies into the world of technology, on 18th July 2020 at 5.30 PM.

18 July 2020

Explore IEEE

IEEE PES SBC RIT conducted ExplorIEEE, a task based competition. This event was based on the MD series, IEEE and PES Membership Benefits.

13 July 2020

Webinarit Episode 9

IEEE PES SBC RIT conducted the ninth webisode of Webinarit on July 5, 2020 at 8pm. The session was handled by Abhijith benny of S2 ECE of RIT, Kottayam on the topic 'Introduction to Voice Assistant using Python’.

5th July, 2020

Session on IEEE Badge Challenge

IEEE PES SBC RIT conducted a short session on IEEE Badge Challenge on 4th June 2020 at 7pm. The session was handled by Justin Varghese, Chairperson of IEEE PES SBC RIT.

4th June 2020

Webinarit Episode 8

IEEE PES SBC RIT conducted the eighth webisode of Webinarit on June 1, 2020 at 7.30pm. The session was handled by Muhammad Rashid of S2 CSE of RIT, Kottayam on the topic 'Deep Web and Dark Web’.

1st June 2020

Webinarit Episode 7

IEEE PES SBC RIT is conducting a webinar series and the seventh webisode of the series was held on May 24th, 2020 at 2pm. The session was handled by G Saradha of S2 ECE of RIT, Kottayam on the topic 'Li-fi and its applications’.

24th May 2020

Webinarit Episode 6

IEEE PES SBC RIT is conducting a webinar series and the sixth webisode of the series was held on May 16th, 2020 at 11am. The session was handled by Irene Ann Zachariah of S4 ECE of RIT, Kottayam on the topic ‘5G Future and Role of Satellites’.

16th May 2020

IEEE and PES Benefits

IEEE PES SBC RIT is conducting a membership development session 'IEEE and PES benefits'. The event commenced on 16 May 2020 as a whatsapp group discussion every two days.

16th May 2020

Webinarit Episode 5

IEEE PES SBC RIT is conducting a webinar series and the fifth webisode of the series was held on May 12th, 2020 at 8pm. The session was handled by Ananya P L of S2 CSE of RIT, Kottayam on the topic ‘Artificial Intelligence and Robotics’.

12th May 2020

Little Scientist Challenge

IEEE PES SBC RIT conducted 'Little Scientist Challenge' for all engineering students with an aim to introduce the kids to the world of science. The children performed various science experiments with things available at home with the help of these students .

Webinarit Episode 4

IEEE PES SBC RIT conducted the 4th webisode of webinar series, Webinarit on 28th April, 2020 at 8 PM. The session was handled by Liya Ann Thomas of S4 ECE of RIT, Kottayam on the topic ‘Fundamentals of Antenna'. 

28th April 2020

Webinar

IEEE PES SBC RIT and IEEE PES WiP RIT jointly conducted a Webinar on the topic 'Engaging WIE Activities to Ensure More Power to Future' on 20th April 2020 at 7 PM IST. The session was handled by handled by, Prof. Celia Shahnaz.

April 20th, 2020

Online PESQUIZINE

IEEE PES SBC RIT conducted 2nd edition of PESQUIZINE, an intercollegiate, online quiz competition on 13th April 2020 at 8 pm based on March-April edition of IEEE Power and Energy Magazine. 43 students from 16 colleges under 6 sections of India participated in the event.

13th April 2020

Webinarit Episode 3

IEEE PES SBC RIT conducted the third webisode of the ongoing webinar series, WEBINARIT on April 12th, 2020 at 8pm. The session was handled by Saniya Binu of S2 EEE of RIT, Kottayam on the topic 'Wireless Power Transfer System'.

12th April 2020

Webinarit Episode 2

IEEE PES SBC RIT is conducting a webinar series and the second webisode of the series was held on April 9th, 2020 at 11am. The session was handled by Amal A G of S6 EEE, IEEE student member, RIT on the topic ‘Myths and Facts in Electricity'.

9th April 2020

Webinarit Episode 1

IEEE PES SBC RIT is conducting a webinar series, Webinarit and the first webisode of the series was held on March 29, 2020 at 8 PM. The session was handled by Mohammad Shibin of S6 CSE, Chairperson of Computer Society RIT, on the topic ‘Technology Within Smartphones’. 

29th March 2020

Technical Paper Writing Competition

IEEE PES SBC RIT conducted a technical paper writing competition for IEEE members of RIT on the topic ‘renewable energy’.Entries were open from 23rd to 31st March 2020.IEEE paper submission format was strictly followed in the competition.

23rd - 31st March 2020

PESQUIZINE

IEEE PES SBC RIT conducted an inter college online quiz competition named PESQUIZINE on 21st March 2020 at 8pm based on Jan-Feb edition of IEEE Power and Energy Magazine. There were a total of 37 participants from 12 colleges.

21st March 2020

Edison Day Celebrations

IEEE PES SBC RIT conducted an interactive session for the student members on 11 February 2020 on the seminar hall of EEE department as part of celebrating the birthday of world’s greatest inventor, Thomas Alva Edison.

11 February 2020

Edison Day Online Poster Designing Competition

IEEE PES SBC RIT conducted an Online Poster Designing Competition on the theme "Edison Day", which spanned from 7th February 2020 to 10th February 2020. The competition was conducted in accordance to the birthday of Thomas Alva Edison.

7th February 2020 to 10th February 2020

Electrical Hackathon

IEEE PES SBC RIT and IEEE IAS SBC RIT jointly organized Electrical Hackathon on Saturday, 25th January 2020 at Sopanam Hall. The Hackathon comprised of 21 participants from different branches which were then grouped into 7 teams.

25th January 2020