Aequs and IIT Dharwad Launch Advanced Materials R&D Ecosystem
Dharwad, Karnataka, May 15 - Aequs group and the Indian Institute of Technology Dharwad (IIT-D) have established an advanced research and development ecosystem focused on materials science and manufacturing innovation at the IIT-D campus.The new facility is equipped to support advanced material characterization, failure analysis, and manufacturing process simulation and optimization. This initiative aims to foster deeper industry-academia collaboration, particularly in precision-driven manufacturing domains. The collaboration lays the foundation for a dedicated 'IIT Dharwad - Aequs Research and Development Center,' which is set up to accelerate applied research, foster innovation, and bridge the gap between laboratory science and industrial application.
Aravind Melligeri, Executive Chairman and CEO of Aequs Ltd., stated that the partnership reflects the company's long-term commitment to strengthening India's advanced manufacturing ecosystem through sustained investments in research, innovation, and skill development. He added that the collaboration will enhance IIT Dharwad's applied research capabilities and industry engagement, enabling Aequs to deliver cuttingedge products to its customers.
Prof. Venkappayya R. Desai, Director of IIT-D, highlighted that operationalizing the advanced materials R&D facility with Aequs is a significant step in strengthening industry-aligned research at the institution. He noted that the collaboration offers students and researchers direct exposure to real-world manufacturing challenges, facilitating meaningful contributions to high-impact industrial innovation.
The center provides detailed insights into material behavior and failure mechanisms, which is critical for improving product quality, enhancing reliability, reducing failure rates, and optimizing manufacturing processes in high-precision industries.
Beyond research, the facility is actively conducting hands-on training programs for students, researchers, and engineers, thereby strengthening capabilities in the advanced analysis of metals and non-metals. Aequs continues to support the center by overseeing technical assessments, equipment performance monitoring, and maintenance, ensuring high standards of scientific rigor and operational excellence.
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