Research and Innovation
The Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering at SRMIST, Kattankulathur, fosters a vibrant research culture that bridges fundamental knowledge with transformative technologies. With a strong focus on sustainability, electrification, and intelligent systems, the department is home to several pioneering research initiatives.
Core and Emerging Research Areas
- High-Efficiency Power Converters for Electric Vehicles and Smart Mobility
- Intelligent Control Systems for Smart Grids and Microgrids
- Wireless Power Transfer Modules for Roadway-Powered and Slow-Moving EVs
- FACTS Devices and Grid Integration for reliable and resilient power systems
- Electrical Machines and Drives – Advanced design and electromagnetic modeling
- Sustainable Energy Systems, including Renewable-Powered Energy Storage, Hydrogen Fuel Cells, and Algae-Based Biofuels
- Marine Energy Storage Solutions and advanced power management architectures
Backed by state-of-the-art laboratories, strong industry partnerships, and interdisciplinary collaborations, the department is at the forefront of research that addresses global energy and mobility challenges. The department has secured research funding worth several crores of rupees from prestigious agencies such as DST, SERB, AICTE, IEI, MTS, and SRMIST.
Outcomes and Impact
These ongoing research activities have resulted in:
- High-impact journal publications in IEEE, Elsevier, Springer, and Nature journals
- Technology transfer to industry collaborators and pilot deployments
- Patent filings and granted IPs across power electronics and smart energy domains
- Student-led innovations and prototype demonstrations at national and international competitions
- Capacity building through workshops, seminars, and value-added courses for UG/PG/Ph.D. scholars
The department continues to be a driving force in India’s green energy and e-mobility transformation, with a mission to lead innovation in electrical and electronics engineering and smart systems that serve both academia and society, while aligning its efforts with key Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
