| Initiatives taken by NITs & IIEST, Shibpur under the Reserch Area: Personal Protective Care Equipment | ||
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| 1 | Project Title : Low cost face mask
Expected Outcome : Facemasks help in stopping large particle droplets, splashes, sprays or splatter, aerosol that may contain germs (viruses and bacteria) from reaching the wearer’s mouth and nose and may help to prevent transmission. Expected Timeline : 04 months Remarks : It will definitely help the health warriors working in difficult conditions without proper protection. URL : PI Details : Prof A Mukhopadhyay and Prof V Midha, Department of Textile technology PI Email id : arunangshu@nitj.ac.in |
Dr. B R Ambedkar National Institute of Technology Jalandhar |
| 2 | Project Title : Cost effective surgical gown/PPE for health care workers
Expected Outcome : It will help the medical practitioners as a protective gear. Expected Timeline : 04 months Remarks : It will definitely help the Doctors treating COVID patients. URL : PI Details : Prof V Midha and Prof A Mukhopadhyay, Department of Textile technology PI Email id : midhav@nitj.ac.in |
Dr. B R Ambedkar National Institute of Technology Jalandhar |
| 3 | Project Title : Coating antimicrobial peptides and conducting polymers over cotton/polyester blends as smart PPEs.
Expected Outcome : Smart PPEs Expected Timeline : 1 year Remarks : URL : PI Details : Dr. Pallab Datta, Centre for Healthcare Science and Technology Prof. Amit Roy Chowhdury, Department of Aerospace Engineering and Applied Mechanics Dr. Bidyut Pal, Dept. of Mechanical Engineering Dr. Kuladip Jana, Bose Institute (Collaboration) PI Email id : arc_98@rediffmail.com |
Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology (IIEST), Shibpur |
| 4 | Project Title : Design and Development of disinfecting boxes to disinfect Mask, mobile, PPE, papers, files,currency notes
Expected Outcome : Design and prototyping of UV-C wavelength based disinfecting box Expected Timeline : Prototype is ready. We can produce desired order within 20-25 days Remarks : UV-C light is invisible. And it’s unbeatable. The “C” wavelength of the electromagnetic UV family has, among other things, germicidal effects — destroying microorganisms: bacteria, virus, protist, and fungus/mold. Microorganisms are simple organic structures that readily absorb the UV-C wavelength, causing photo-disassociation (destruction). With their DNA broken, microorganisms can’t function or reproduce, and they die.UV-CLEAN self-disinfecting technology breaks down infectious microorganisms up to 24? away, below the UV-CLEAN unit’s mounting location. UV-CLEAN kills 99.9% of pathogens on high-touch surfaces. According to a BET-R study funded (in large part) by the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC): The incidence of target organisms among exposed patients was significantly lower after adding UV-C light to standard cleaning strategies. Ultraviolet disinfection is powerful and effective. URL : http://www.mnit.ac.in/dept_ee/preprofile.php PI Details : Prof. Arun Kumar Verma/ Prof. Sandeep N, Department of Electrical Engineering, MNIT Jaipur.b PI Email id : arun.ee@mnit.ac.in |
Malaviya National Institute of Technology Jaipur |
| 5 | Project Title : Design and Development of UV Tower to Sterilize ICU, Medical rooms
Expected Outcome : Design and prototyping of UV- Tower Expected Timeline : We can produce desired order within 10 days based on availability of material Remarks : The “C” wavelength of the electromagnetic UV family has, among other things, germicidal effects — destroying microorganisms: bacteria, virus, protist, and fungus/mold. UV Tower is used to Sterilize ICU, Medical rooms, Stores, Kitchen, Rooms, Halls and areas where multiple items are equipped. UV Tower is useful to Sterilize public transport like buses and trains. Rishi Agastya UV- Tower Indian Govt. Using trains coaches as temporary beds to fight against corona this sterilizer can be used as a hands free Sanitizer To kill Germs in Office rooms, commercial use, Cinemas, Public toilets, and place where multiple gathering occurs URL : http://www.mnit.ac.in/dept_ee/preprofile.php PI Details : Prof. Arun Kumar Verma/ Prof. Sandeep N, Department of Electrical Engineering, MNIT Jaipur PI Email id : arun.ee@mnit.ac.in |
Malaviya National Institute of Technology Jaipur |
| 6 | Project Title : Design and Development of UV Masks for COVID-19
Expected Outcome : Design and prototyping of UV Masks Expected Timeline : We can produce desired order within 20 days based on availability of material Remarks : UV based mask for safety from infected air from becteria, viruses. Our air is not clean to inhale it directly. To get clean and fresh infection less air we have designed a mask based on UV. Which will help our doctors who is spending a huge time in the vincity of a COVID-19 patient. In the time of pendemic situation air coming to the mouth is not filtered as well as treated. But UV based face mask instantly clean the air coming directly to the environment and gives you filtered, treated, and infection less air. URL : http://www.mnit.ac.in/dept_ee/preprofile.php PI Details : Prof. Arun Kumar Verma,/ Dr. Sandeep N, Department of Electrical Engineering, MNIT Jaipur. PI Email id : arun.ee@mnit.ac.in |
Malaviya National Institute of Technology Jaipur |
| 7 | Project Title : Fabrication of low cost manual and electric ventilator machine
Expected Outcome : In this proposal, the researchers are going to develop a low-cost ventilator machine both manual and automatic that can be effective in treating COVID 19 patients. Once the design and manufacturing work iscompleted, to review performance and safety parameters, the system is immediately delivered to hospitals for its testing. Expected Timeline : 03 months Remarks : URL : PI Details : Dr. Gajendra Dixit Professor Department of Mechanical Engg. Dr. Mohammad Taufik Assistant Prof., Department of Mechanical Engg. Er. Sarad Sharma, M.Tech, Engineering & Research consultant, Bhopal PI Email id : dixitgajendra1@gmail.com |
Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology Bhopal |
| 8 | Project Title : Production of layered good quality (i) reusable mask made with fabric and (ii) consumable mask made with fabric and fine grade filter paper
Expected Outcome : The fabric based home made mask with 3 layer will be suitable to local public during routine work outside home. The filter paper based mask can be used by healthcare people. Expected Timeline : 01 month Remarks : URL : PI Details : Dr. Fozia Z. Haque, Associate Prof. Department of Physics Dr. Vinita Mohindra Professor Department of Humanities & Social Sciences Dr. Varsha Rokade, Assistant Prof. Department of Humanities & Social Sciences PI Email id : foziazia@rediffmail.com |
Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology Bhopal |
| 9 | Project Title : Low Cost 3d Printed Face Shield
Expected Outcome : A low cost 3d Printed face shields for protection against the likely attack of COVID19 virus. The face shield is manufactured using basic FDM type 3d printer employing PLA (a bio-compatible plastic) or PETG (a more durable material) and the inexpensive, A4 sized, OHP PET/polyester sheets, in a short span of 40 minutes. Expected Timeline : Remarks : This project of MechEnggDeptt, MNNIT Allahabad aimed at the development of low cost 3d Printed face shields for protection against the likely attack of COVID19 virus. The face shield is manufactured using basic FDM type 3d printer employing PLA (a bio-compatible plastic) or PETG (a more durable material) and the inexpensive, A4 sized, OHP PET/polyester sheets, in a short span of 40 minutes. The average cost of the face shield presently is Rs. 50 /-. The target as of now is to manufacture 100 such face shields for free of cost distribution to health workers or general public. URL : Additional Info PI Details : Prof. Mukul Shukla, Professor, MED (Mentor) with his student Md Ahad Islam, M. Tech 2nd year [CAD-CAM], MED PI Email id : mukulshukla@mnnit.ac.in |
Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology Allahabad |
| 10 | Project Title : Modified N95 Masks and Anti-Viral and Anti microbial gloves
Expected Outcome : N95 Masks- The proposed mask will be the first of its kind which shall have additional filters and fabric layers with better-sterilized air inhalation. The mask shall be designed in such a way that it shall be more compatible with persons suffering from COPD and for a long time wearing. Anti-Viral and Anti-microbial gloves- These single used coated gloves can provide an additional means of defense against the horizontal transmission of common hospital pathogens and play a vital role in controlling COVID 19. In addition, the coatings may also be used for other PPE. Expected Timeline : 4 to 6 months Remarks : (a) N95 Mask: Medical N95 masks are a specialized respirators mask that consists of multiple layers of fabrics. These mask filter out 95% of particles whose size are above 0.3 microns. In the market, these N95 masks are available in different shapes. The proposed mask will be the first of its kind which shall have additional filters and fabric layers with better-sterilized air inhalation. It is expected to play a crucial role in COVID 19 management. The mask shall be designed in such a way that it shall be more compatible with persons suffering from COPD and for a long time wearing. (b) Antiviral and antimicrobial gloves: In healthcare associated infections, the spreading of organisms by the means of gloves is recognized as one of the key vectors for pathogenesis. In the healthcare sector gloves are commonly used to prevent the health care workers from coming in direct contact with the pathogenic organisms. But in recent times it was found that these personal protection gloves are becoming a common source of spreading the pathogenic organisms from one location to another. To overcome this problem a combination of mixtures will be coated on the exterior surface of the nitrile gloves. The mixture has antimicrobial, antiviral activity. This coating can serve as the preventive measure in controlling the transmission of COVID 19. The coated gloves will be able to fully eradicate pathogenic bacterial and viral strains. The integrity and finishing of the gloves will not be adversely affected by the coating. These single used coated gloves can provide an additional means of defense against the horizontal transmission of common hospital pathogens and play a vital role in controlling COVID 19. In addition, the coatings may also be used for other PPE. URL : Additional Info PI Details : Dr Vishnu Agarwal Associate Professor Department of Biotechnology. Mr Devendra Kumar Singh, Research Scholar, Department of Biotechnology. PI Email id : vishnua@mnnit.ac.in |
Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology Allahabad |
| 11 | Project Title : Innovative retrofitting of existing hand-washing systems to facilitate hands-free operability using locally available material
Expected Outcome : Tap and liquid handwash dispensers that can be operated by the forearm (portion of the arm between wrist and elbow), or the elbow itself, thereby eliminating the need to touch by hand. The solution proposed can be implemented without necessitating any change in existing installations, and with the use of scrap material commonly available. Expected Timeline : Two weeks from commencement Remarks : Problem Statement: In the present fight against virus-caused infections, frequent hand washing has been accepted scientifically as one of the prime ways in which to avoid contamination. However, most of the existing hand-washing equipment installed in public spaces uses regular tap-head tops, which need to be touched by hand to open and shut. After opening the tap, the user may sanitize his hands with utmost care. However, for shutting off the water supply, he is required to touch the tap head top again, causing possibility of re-contamination. Challenge: to convert existing systems to handsfree systems in an efficient manner, using locally available material, in the absence of access to hardware shops amidst lockdown. Solution offered: tap and liquid handwash dispensers that can be operated by the forearm (portion of the arm between wrist and elbow), or the elbow itself, thereby eliminating the need to touch by hand. The solution proposed can be implemented without necessitating any change in existing installations, and with the use of scrap material commonly available. URL : Additional Info PI Details : Dr. Tanuj Nandan, Professor, School of Management Studies, MNNIT Allahabad. PI Email id : tanuj@mnnit.ac.in |
Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology Allahabad |
| 12 | Project Title : ViroShield: Very low cost, disposable face shield
Expected Outcome : To make a low cost, disposable face shield which is suitable to health care workers in ICU as well as diagnostic set up. Besides, it can also be used by police and sanitary workers particularly in areas designated as hotspots and/or red zones. Expected Timeline : Remarks : The ViroShield is a one size fits all sort of, made up of transparency sheet, EPE foam sheet with a total cost of 7 rupees per piece. This is optimally designed for any faces with or without spectacles. More importantly, in a low threat zone, it can be reused. However, in a high threat zone such as hotspots or ICU, they should be used once. The very low cost of ViroShield favors its one time use in our limited resources. It is different from other available/ recently developed face shield, as they are relatively costlier. Moreover, their parts are being re-used which is certainly not advisable in an infection like SARS Cov-2. URL : Additional Info PI Details : Prof. Shivesh Sharma, Dr. Nand Kumar Singh, Dr. Ashutosh Mani, Dr. Sameer Srivastava and Dr. Ambak Kumar Rai [Department of Biotechnology]. PI Email id : shiveshs@mnnit.ac.in |
Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology Allahabad |
| 13 | Project Title : Indigenous Design and low-cost implementation of a Solar powered unmanned functional sanitization tunnel to fight with COVID-19 infection
Expected Outcome : Surface sanitization of the human body, commodities, cargo item etc in public places to prevent peripheral infection. A possible measure to sanitize movement in a potentially sensitive zone as Hospitals, Market place, Administration Offices etc. Expected Timeline : One unit in 2-3 days Remarks : Artificial Intelligence-based control and operation designed for optimum resource usage and long-run operation. The system is complete;y operated by solar-powered. URL : Additional Info PI Details : Suman Deb, Assistant Professor, Computer Science and Engineering Department, NIT Agartala PI Email id : sumandeb.cse@nita.ac.in |
National Institute of Technology Agartala |
| 14 | Project Title : The U mask- a specially designed cloth-based and centre HEPA padding option.
Expected Outcome : An ergonomic, very low cost and effective mask for home-based production. Expected Timeline : 20 days Remarks : This is highly ergonomic and face fitting design. Low cost and effective design. URL : https://twitter.com/NITAgartalaoffi/status/1250781616626008064?s=20 PI Details : Suman Deb, Assistant Professor,Computer Science and Engineering Department, NIT Agartala PI Email id : sumandeb.cse@nita.ac.in |
National Institute of Technology Agartala |
| 15 | Project Title : Replacement of face mask with reusable face cover as protection from virus
Expected Outcome : Could prevent the spreading of virus Expected Timeline : 3 months. Remarks : URL : Additional Info PI Details : Mr. Suyash Patil, M. Tech student, Department of Mechanical Engineering, NII Arunachal Pradesh. PI Email id : suyap18@gmail.com |
National Institute of Technology Arunachal Pradesh |
| 16 | Project Title : Fabrication of biodegradable material for personal protective care equipment's.
Expected Outcome : Personal protective care equipment's (PPCEs) plays a vital role in preventing transmission of viruses during epidemics. These protective equipment’s consists of garments such as gloves, mask, gown or coverall which are used to protect the health care workers. Apart from the treatment centers, they are also used by persons related to activities like waste management, cleaning and community care works related during the outbreak. The expected outcome from the present investigation is the fabrication of biodegradable material for personal protective care equipment’s having antibacterial and fluid-resistant properties. The methodology to be followed for the fabrication of the biodegradable material for PPCEs is shown in Figure 1. It consists of converting the extracted bamboo fibre into bamboo charcoal embedded bamboo fibre yarn for fabricating the biodegradable material for PPCEs treated with antibacterial and fluid-resistant agents. Expected Timeline : Six months Remarks : The existing materials used for the personal protective equipment (PPE) account for up to 20% of solid waste. Also, the majority of this waste is not biodegradable. Moreover, down-cycling, upcycling or recycling of the cleanroom garments and gloves are not recommended because of the adverse effects associated with it. It is extremely important for fabricating ecofriendly and sustainable material for PPCE’s. Bamboo being one of the easily available and economical natural fibre available in the state of Arunachal Pradesh can go a long way for producing biodegradable materials for various PPCE’s. These materials can be used for producing various PPCE’s which can be used by the frontline workers during any epidemic situation and can be easily disposed off, thus minimizing waste and without affecting the environment. URL : Additional Info PI Details : Dr. Shubhajit Das, Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, National Institute of Technology, Arunachal Pradesh. PI Email id : shubhajit@nitap.ac.in,06shubhajit@gmail.com |
National Institute of Technology Arunachal Pradesh |
| 17 | Project Title : Reusable Aerosol Boxes for treating COVID19 Patients
Expected Outcome : This device helps anesthesiologists and other physicians while intubating patients by protecting them from aerosols and droplets containing virus Expected Timeline : Delivered to many Medical Colleges in Kerala Remarks : A short video has been prepared about the fabrication, and it is uploaded in the official YouTube channel of NIT Calicut. The video can be viewed/ downloaded from the URL:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gzd-xPzz3gI. This video contains compete technical details on developing these boxes. URL : https://twitter.com/nitcofficial/status/1246116290441310209 Additional Info PI Details : Dr. Subramanyan N V, Asst. Professor, Dept. of Physics, NIT Calicut PI Email id : varanakkottu@nitc.ac.in |
National Institute of Technology Calicut |
| 18 | Project Title : Emergency Ventilator with Exhale Disinfector
Expected Outcome : A breathing aid for the patients experiencing the difficulty in breathing. Expected Timeline : Prototype delivered to Govt.Medical College Kozhikode, Kerala Remarks : In the Emergency Ventilator developed by NITC, the exhaled air of the corona patient is bubbled through soap solution to disinfect it, which is a unique feature of this product. URL : https://twitter.com/nitcofficial/status/1247454511523717121 Additional Info PI Details : Dr. Sajith.V Head of the Department,School of Materials Science and Engineering (SMSE), NIT Calicut PI Email id : sajith@nitc.ac.in |
National Institute of Technology Calicut |
| 19 | Project Title : Development of Nasal Air filter
Expected Outcome : The Nasal air filter contains viscous drop of oil, glycerin gels, antiseptic/disinfectant solution so as to disinfect the air (inhale/exhale) containing the corona viruses Expected Timeline : Will be ready before October 2020 Remarks : To design and develop a Nasal Air Filter to protect the human from environmental pollutants such as dust, particulate matter (PM) and microbes by inserting snuggly fitted disposable Nasal Air filter in to the nostrils . URL : Additional Info PI Details : Mr.Arun Kumar V (Incubatee of TBI) - Inventor Dr.Sajith V & Dr. Hanas T - Mentors School of Materials Science and Engineering National Institute of Technology Calicut, Kerala E mail : sajith@nitc.ac.in; hanas@nitc.ac.in Mob: 9446361125/ 9446991191 PI Email id : arunengr10@gmail.com |
National Institute of Technology Calicut |
| 20 | Project Title : Fabrication of UV disinfection chambers for office files
Expected Outcome : Spreading of microorganisms through surfaces could be prevented effectively in a non contact mode. The chamber could be provided to local administration offices. Expected Timeline : Will be ready by April End/May I week Remarks : There will be provisions for safe insertion of files/ papers into the chamber. The lamp energy, exposure time, and lamp-file distance could be controlled remotely. The whole setup will be designed in such a way that harmful UVC radiation won’t escape out of the box. URL : Additional Info PI Details : Dr. Soney Varghese Associate Professor, School of Materials Science and Engineering Dr. Baiju G Nair Assistant Professor, School of Biotechnology Dr. Subramanyan Namboodiri Varanakkottu Assistant Professor, Department of Physics PI Email id : soneyva@nitc.ac.in |
National Institute of Technology Calicut |
| 21 | Project Title : Development of Indian Reusable Face Shield for Personal Protection Against Covid -19
Expected Outcome : Design and development of face shield prototype with available material in the market during the lockdown. Expected Timeline : 15-20 days Remarks : The design of the innovative face shield is complete, and prototype development is under process. URL : https://nith.ac.in/portfolios/index.php?/nith/dr-manishasharma- Additional Info PI Details : Dr. Manisha Sharma, Assistant Professor, Department of Electrical Engineering PI Email id : manisha@nith.ac.in |
National Institute of Technology Hamirpur |
| 22 | Project Title : Design and fabrication of 3D printed Ventilator Components, Mask N95 filters and Face Shields:
Expected Outcome : 3D printed ventilator components, N95 masks, filters and face shields Expected Timeline : Masks are under continuous production. About 100 masks have been produced till date. Ventilator comp Remarks : Prof. K. V. Gangadharan and Dr. Pruthviraj U., Centre for System Design (CSD) at NITK, Surathkal have been working with the State and National Teams to double the capacity of Ventilator availability through 3D printed components for Circuit splitter and flow regulator for Devices for Multiple patient lung ventilation. The design has been completed and the first level of tests have been conducted at 10 different hospitals in different states. Besides, the team at CSD is also creating 3D printed sterilizable bio-safe face shields and N-95 masks which are needed for front line medical staff and Police personnel. . URL : https://www.nitk.edu.in/nitk-fights-covid-19 PI Details : Prof. K. V Gangadharan, Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, NITK, Surathkal PI Email id : kvganga@gmail.com |
National Institute of Technology Karnataka, Surathkal |
| 23 | Project Title : Development of Hand Sanitizers and their distribution among campus residents, personnel working in local banks and Public Sector Enterprises, police force, district administration and medical personnel of the district
Expected Outcome : Preparation of hand sanitizer solution as per WHO standards and it distribution among front line COVID warriors Expected Timeline : Sanitizer solution has been initiated. Additional quantities of raw materials have been procured. Remarks : Dr. Arun M. Isloor, Professor and Head, Department of Chemistry, National Institute of Technology Karnataka (NITK), Surathkal along with two research scholars Mr. Syed Ibrahim and Mr. Harsha have synthesized and started production of hand sanitizers as part of NITK’s community and social service activity. The sanitizer has been synthesized by following the the norms prescribed by the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) guidelines. The sanitizer solution contains more than 70 % isopropyl alcohol, 20 % distilled water and 2% hydrogen peroxide. Glycerol has been used to moisturize the skin and jasmine fragrance has been added. URL : https://www.nitk.edu.in/nitk-fights-covid-19 PI Details : Prof. Arun M Isloor, Head Department of Chemistry, NITK, Surathkal PI Email id : isloor@yahoo.com |
National Institute of Technology Karnataka, Surathkal |
| 24 | Project Title : Evaluation of filter capacity of N-95 masks and PPE kit for the District Medical authotities
Expected Outcome : Evaluation of N95 masks being supplied to the district hospitals Expected Timeline : Completed. This work will be initiated again upon request from district authorities Remarks : Dr. Sharat Kumar, District Surgeon and Superintendent, Wenlock District Hospital, Mangalore had requested NITK to evaluate the filter capacity N-95 masks to be provided to medical personnel in the district. Dr. Raj Mohan B and Dr. P.E Jagadeesh Babu from the Department of Chemical Engg determined the filtering capacities of masks for particle sizes above 300 nm with reference to the ambient air’s particle count. This has enabled the district administration to evaluate various masks and PPE equipment and procure the most appropriate items. URL : https://chemical.nitk.ac.in/faculty/raj-mohan-b PI Details : Prof. Raj Mohan B, Professor, Chemical Engineering Department and Head of Disaster Management Cell, NITK PI Email id : rajmohanbala@gmail.com |
National Institute of Technology Karnataka, Surathkal |
| 25 | Project Title : Melia Azedarach as Repurposed Antiviral Drug & Electrospun Nanofibrous Membrane as Air Filter: In-Vitro Approach For COVID-19
Expected Outcome : personal protective care kit,patent Expected Timeline : 3 years Remarks : URL : https://dkragupathy.wixsite.com/nanoelectrochemlab PI Details : Dr.D.Ragupathy, Assistant Professor, Dept. of Chemistry National Institute of Technology Puducherry Karaikal PI Email id : ragu@nitpy.ac.in |
National Institute of Technology Puducherry |
| 26 | Project Title : Camera based detection of Mask on human face and social distancing
Expected Outcome : The technology will help to identify the person in a crowd having a mask on the face or not and whether he/ she is following social distancing norms or not. Expected Timeline : Product is ready. Waiting for launch. Remarks : Funding Requirement depends on number of cameras to be installed. App. 2 lacs for 10 cameras. URL : Additional Info PI Details : Dr Saurabh Gupta, Asst Prof, Biomedical Engg Dept Team – Vinay Khobragade, Siddhartha Sinha PI Email id : sgupta.bme@nitrr.ac.in |
National Institute of Technology Raipur |
| 27 | Project Title : Designing low-cost masks and Innovative Quick screening.
Expected Outcome : Expected Timeline : Remarks : URL : Additional Info PI Details : Zaidan Mohammad Bhat B.tech CSE, Indian Institute Of Technology Mandi PI Email id : b18040@students.iitmandi.ac.in |
National Institute of Technology Srinagar |
| 28 | Project Title : UV LIGHTROOM
Expected Outcome : Reusing and sanitizing the protective gear using UV rays Expected Timeline : Remarks : URL : PI Details : Muheem Ahmad Nadaf 9149898721 PI Email id : nadafmuheem@gmail.com |
National Institute of Technology Srinagar |
| 29 | Project Title : Social Distancing Sensor
Expected Outcome : Device to monitor and maintain social distancing Expected Timeline : 3-6 months Remarks : The concept is tested. The budget is for fabricating, testing a device. URL : https://www.nitt.edu/home/academics/departments/ice/faculty/professors/umapathy/ Additional Info PI Details : Prof. Umapathy, ICE, National Institute of Technology Trichy Prof. Uma, ICE, National Institute of Technology Trichy Dr Suresh Kaluvan,, School of Physics, University of Bristol Mr. Amit Pal & A. Ramya, Research scholar, ICE, NIT, Trichy PI Email id : umapathy@nitt.edu |
National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli |
| 30 | Project Title : Handheld ON-OFF and Door opening–closing product
Expected Outcome : Product to operate switches, doors in workplace Expected Timeline : 2 months Remarks : Simple product, but useful in controlling transmission through contacts. URL : https://www.nitt.edu/home/academics/departments/ice/faculty/assoprofs/guma/ Additional Info PI Details : Prof. G. Uma and Prof. M. Umapathy, ICE, National Institute of Technology Trichy Mr. V. Raja, PhD student, ICE, NIT, Trichy Mr. S. Sampathkumar, Technician, ICE, NIT, Trichy PI Email id : guma@nitt.edu |
National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli |
| 31 | Project Title : Sourcing and stockpiling strategies of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) in India under COVID-19 global supply disruption
Expected Outcome : A scenario based modelling approach to project the capacity required over a period (8-12 weeks) to minimize the stockout or (stockout probability) is being developed based on the projected demand (e.g. Covid 19 pandemic predictions for India based on SIR/SEIR/Agent model). Expected Timeline : 2 months Remarks : Global PPE supply chain is severely disrupted due to Covid-19. Reactive strategies such as exploiting the decentralized local sourcing/manufacturing and stockpiling from the available global sources during an epidemic outbreak is being practiced. However, the uncertainty associated with the timing and quantity of peak demand, supply uncertainty due to raw material shortage, increased lead time due to shipping and transportation delay during lockdown poses a significant challenge. PPE shortage may lead to mortality in health care workers which could further strain the capacity of health care system to respond to the pandemic. URL : https://www.nitt.edu/home/academics/departments/prod/faculty/asstprof/prasanna/ Additional Info PI Details : Dr. S. PrasannaVenkatesan, Department of Production Engineering, National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli-15 PI Email id : prasanna@nitt.edu |
National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli |
| 32 | Project Title : 3D printed Face shield and Re-usable Face mask to protect against COVID-19
Expected Outcome : Low cost face shield and re-usable face mask Expected Timeline : 1 month Remarks : Concept ready. Capable of production-100/day URL : Additional Info PI Details : Dr.-Ing. M. Duraiselvam Professor, Department of Production Engineering Dean (Planning and Development) PI Email id : durai@nitt.edu |
National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli |
| 33 | Project Title : Development of Reusable / Washable Face shields
Expected Outcome : Reusable / Washable face shields Expected Timeline : Technology readily available Remarks : NIL URL : Additional Info PI Details : Dr. T. Ramesh, Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering PI Email id : tramesh@nitt.edu |
National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli |
| 34 | Project Title : Design and development of Automatic Hand sanitizing station
Expected Outcome : Automated Hand sanitizing station Expected Timeline : 3 Months Remarks : NIL URL : Additional Info PI Details : Dr. K.Pannir Selvam Associate professor Mechanical Department PI Email id : pannir@nitt.edu |
National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli |
| 35 | Project Title : VIRUMASK
Expected Outcome : Given in attached document Expected Timeline : 2 months Remarks : ? We have filed a provisional patent with the Application no. 202031016184 dated 15.04.2020 under the title “A novel anti-pathogenic face-mask employing the Quantum Dots embedded into a self-healing and super-hydrophobic support” on our technology. URL : https://www.nitt.edu/home/academics/departments/faculty/sgarai.pdf Additional Info PI Details : Dr. rer. nat. SOMENATH GARAI (NIT TRICHY) & Dr. KAMATCHI SANKARANARAYANAN (IASST GUWAHATI) PI Email id : sgarai@nitt.edu |
National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli |
| 36 | Project Title : Photocatalytic disinfection of small scale PPEs (gloves, head cover, goggles)
Expected Outcome : To disinfect the small scale PPEs used in hospitals, used by police, health care workers. Expected Timeline : 4 Months Remarks : Funding requirement -Rs. 20,000/- URL : URL: https://www.nitt.edu/home/academics/departments/chem/chemfaculty/aoprof/sheeba/ Additional Info PI Details : 1. Dr.K.N.Sheeba, Associate Professor, Department of Chemical Engineering, National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli- PI 2. Dr.Arulmozhi Senthilkumar, Professor & Head, Department of Petrochemical Technology, BIT,Anna University,Trichy 3. Mr.Murali, Managing Director, Hi-Tech Project Industries, No:1/5 Main Road,Tharangambadi(Tk) 609313 Nagapattinam Dist, Tamilnadu,South India PI Email id : sheeba@nitt.edu |
National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli |
| 37 | Project Title : SVNIT manufactured simple and cheap "Face Shield" and "Face Mask" using 3D printing
Expected Outcome : About 500 face shield provided to security staff, hostel kitchen workers and sanitation staff. Expected Timeline : Already manufactured and distributed by 15th April, 2020 Remarks : Please see additional info. URL : Additional Info PI Details : Dr. Harshit Dave and Dr. Shailendra Kumar, Mechanical Engineering Department PI Email id : skbudhwar@med.svnit.ac.in, hkd@med.svnit.ac.in |
S V National Institute of Technology Surat |
| 38 | Project Title : Low cost self-cleaning coating for PPEs
Expected Outcome : A low cost self cleaning antibacterial coating is proposed on the exterior surface of the mask and gloves etc. This coating can serve as the preventive measure in controlling the transmission of COVID 19 and will increase the reusability of mask etc. The coated masks and gloves will be able to fully eradicate pathogenic bacterial and viral strains. In addition, will protect the environment. Expected Timeline : 3-6 months Remarks : Proposed coating material will have antibacterial and self cleaning properties at low cost. It will reduce the wastage of masks and gloves and will increase its reusability. URL : Additional Info PI Details : Alka A. Mungray, Arvind Kumar Mungray Chemical Engineering Department, S. V. National Institute of Technology, Surat PI Email id : bag@ched.svnit.ac.in, akm@ched.svnit.ac.in |
S V National Institute of Technology Surat |
| 39 | Project Title : SMART Wristband for maintaining social distance.
Expected Outcome : Wristband embedded with active RFID transceiver tag will give vibration alert immediately to the person who has worn it when the person comes in to vicinity of about 1.5 Meter who has also were the same band. The public places such as grocery shops, vegetable markets, ration shops, pharmacies and food relief centers runs by NGOs and Government etc. where persons standing in queues will be issued this wristband. The smart wrist band will vibrate when any person standing in queue violets the social distancing criteria from surrounding anywhere. Expected Timeline : 4-6 months Remarks : Off-the-shelf RFID tag will be used. URL : PI Details : Dr. Anand Darji, Electronics Engineering Department PI Email id : add@eced.svnit.ac.in |
S V National Institute of Technology Surat |
| Initiatives taken by NITs & IIEST, Shibpur under the Reserch Area: Personal Protective Care Equipment | ||