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In the 50 years since George Devol and Joseph Engelberger put the first robot on the factory floor of General Motors in 1961, robots have found their way into surgical rooms, scientific laboratories, battlefields, search and rescue situations, Mars exploration, drones, and even our homes as vacuum cleaners, toys, and security guards. Today, governments, corporations, and scientists envision robotics as a major component of technological, economic, and social development in the 21st century. Rodney Brooks, an Australian scientist, suggests that a ‘Robotics Revolution’ is imminent, while Bill Gates predicts that many households will have one or more robots, perhaps a driverless car, several cleaning robots, and an educational or entertainment robot. Meanwhile, the Japanese government is supporting the development of ‘partner robots’ as a key growth industry. Robotics will usher humanity into what scientists call ‘The Age of Abundance.’

In recognition of the technological advances and increasing social relevance of robotics, we are examining how the field has developed so far. We aim to develop an understanding of robotics as a field of scientific study and technological practice, taking into account both individual experiences and broader system dynamics that have shaped it. We use interviews, online surveys, and documents produced in the field to identify the individuals, institutions, events, and ideas that have significantly influenced the developmental trajectory of robotics and to better understand how its scientific goals, practices, societal applications, and perceptions have changed through the years.

As writing a history of robotics is a very large project, our immediate goal is to take the initial steps in instigating academic discussion on the history of robotics, developing a framework for collecting video, audio, photographic, and archival data on the subject, and bringing it to public awareness via an online archive. The 50th year anniversary of the application of robotics in society is an opportune moment to call attention to robotics as an important subject within the history of computing, as well as to ensure that information about the first half-century of the field is not lost.

About the Department

About the Department

The department was recently established by the Institute in the academic year 2022-23 with a UG program, i.e., B.E. (Automation & Robotics), with an intake capacity of 60.

The growth of robotics has been tremendously high in recent years, and the next few years are expected to witness stupendous advancements in robotics and automation technology, especially with the advent of Industry 4.0. As a result of this paradigm shift in trending technology, Automation & Robotics has become one of the top career choices among aspirants.

B.E. Automation & Robotics is an interdisciplinary branch that blends various fields of engineering, including Mechanical, Electronics, Computer Science, Sensors and Instrumentation, Industrial Automation, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Nanotechnology, Bioengineering, Machine Vision, and many more. This UG program enriches students with knowledge related to the design, construction, operation, and applications of robots, as well as the techniques of industrial automation.

B.E. Automation & Robotics has rapidly gained momentum owing to the increasing demand for robotics and automation engineers. The department has several state-of-the-art labs that aim to inculcate a desire for practical exposure, research, and innovation. The curriculum of this program is thoughtfully curated to meet current industry requirements based on inputs from industry experts and academicians in the relevant domains. The curriculum equips students on par with industry standards and fosters an innovative attitude that also encourages them to become entrepreneurs. The department has tie-ups with various industries and is actively working to collaborate with many more relevant industries and research organisations to provide students with a platform to be exposed to the latest trends in robotics and automation.

The department has a well-qualified, devoted, and experienced faculty with Ph.D. qualifications. It is well-equipped with state-of-the-art equipment and laboratories, including the Robotics Lab, Hydraulics & Pneumatics Lab, Automation Lab, Computer-Aided Manufacturing Lab, and Programming Lab, with excellent computational facilities, including professional software packages such as MATLAB, SolidWorks, and robot simulators. The workshop lab is also well-equipped with state-of-the-art machines, including CNC, 3D printing, and other industry-grade machines.

This unique program is tailored to prepare quality Robotics and Automation engineers for various application segments such as manufacturing, defence, food, aerospace, medicine, and other services.

Our Vision:

To excel in the Automation & Robotics field through continuous research, innovation and an industry-oriented curriculum leading to Motivated, Environ-friendly, Self-esteemed, Creative and Oriented Engineering professionals.

Our Mission:

  1. To inculcate a teaching & learning process that promotes state-of-art Automation & Robotics Engineering Practices to address global challenges
  2. To integrate academics, research, and entrepreneurial skills to tackle present and future challenges in ever-growing industries.
  3. To develop professionalism with strong ethical foundations, adapting to evolving technology.
Program Outcomes (POs):

  • PO1: Engineering knowledge: Apply the knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals, and an engineering specialization to solve complex engineering problems.
  • PO2: Problem analysis: Identify, formulate, review research literature, and analyse complex engineering problems, reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering sciences.
  • PO3: Design/development of solutions: Design solutions for complex engineering problems and develop system components or processes that meet specified needs, with appropriate consideration for public health, safety, and cultural, societal, and environmental factors.
  • PO4: Conduct investigations of complex problems: Use research-based knowledge and methods, including the design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of information, to provide valid conclusions.
  • PO5: Modern tool usage: Create, select, and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools, including prediction and modelling, to complex engineering activities while understanding their limitations.
  • PO6: The engineer and society: Apply reasoning informed by contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal, and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to professional engineering practice.
  • PO7: Environment and sustainability: Understand the impact of professional engineering solutions in societal and environmental contexts and demonstrate knowledge of and the need for sustainable development.
  • PO8: Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics, responsibilities, and norms of engineering practice.
  • PO9: Individual and team work: Function effectively as an individual and as a member or leader in diverse teams and multidisciplinary settings.
  • PO10: Communication: Communicate effectively on complex engineering activities with the engineering community and society at large, including comprehending and writing effective reports, designing documentation, making effective presentations, and giving and receiving clear instructions.
  • PO11: Project management and finance: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of engineering and management principles and apply them to one’s own work as a team member and leader to manage projects in multidisciplinary environments.
  • PO12: Life-long learning: Recognize the need for and have the preparation and ability to engage in independent and lifelong learning in the broadest context of technological change.

Dr. V. N. Chougule

Professor & Head of Department

Dr. V. N. Chougule

Department of Automation and Robotics Engineering is established to meet the growing demand for trained engineers in the field of Robotics and industrial Automation. It’s an interdisciplinary discipline requires sound knowledge about industrial hardware and software and their applications. In 2020, India have 3 robots per 10,000 people against 166 robots in developed countries and projected growth at the rate of 46% annually.

To match with this requirements, India requires highly trained professional in the automation and robotics domain. The department is supported by well-qualified, devoted and experienced faculty having rich experience in both industry and academic domain.

Sr. No.NameDesignationProfile Link
1Dr. V. N. ChouguleHead, Associate Professorhttps://portal.vmedulife.com/institute/Faculty/viewDetails/mescoe-pune/22785
2Mr. A. A. ChauguleAssistant Professorhttps://portal.vmedulife.com/institute/Faculty/Profile/mescoe-pune/1525/22799
3Mr. P. B. ButeAssistant Professorhttps://portal.vmedulife.com/institute/Faculty/Profile/mescoe-pune/1525/25231
4Dr. V. P. SakhareAssistant Professorhttps://portal.vmedulife.com/institute/Faculty/Profile/mescoe-pune/1525/25230
5Mr. A. A. ShaikhAssistant Professorhttps://portal.vmedulife.com/institute/Faculty/Profile/mescoe-pune/1525/22808
6Mr. M. K. PatilAssistant Professor

Modern Education Society’s Wadia College of Engineering have predicted these requirements well in advance and had created facilities to train our students well in advance. We have well established laboratories having facility of Industrial 6 DoF KUKA KR6 900 Robotic arm with KRC4 controller, CAD/CAM & Automation laboratories with robotic simulation software, MESCOE-NI equipment, Industry4.0 training setup, Advanced Manufacturing Laboratory with CNC setup, 3D printers with composite material and ABS printing facilities, etc. for gaining hands-on experience.

Syllabus

Yearwise

Annual Report 2024-25 Sem I

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SECOND YEAR

NAMEPERCENTAGE/ SGPA
Kate Siddhi Sandeep9.27 First Class with Distinction
Salunkhe Vedang Dilip9.27 First Class with Distinction
Gaikwad Samrudhi Sharad9.05 First Class with Distinction
Shinde Shrushti Vinayak9.05 First Class with Distinction

THIRD YEAR

NAMEPERCENTAGE/ SGPA
Meher Ankita9.71 First Class with Distinction
Bhongale Aditya Deepak9.57 First Class with Distinction
Vaz Ansel Peter9.29 First Class with Distinction
Jankar Vishwajit Dattatraya9.14 First Class with Distinction
Jagtap Krushna Popat9.05 First Class with Distinction

A&R Patents

Dr. V. N. ChouguleA system and method for development of patient specific path guidance tool201621034738
Dr. V. N. ChouguleA system and method for pre-surgical planning using non-invasive imaging techniques201621034740
Dr. V. N. ChouguleA generalized path guidance tool to assist in minimum invasive surgery of lumbar spine201621042698