The Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, in association with the Institution of Engineers – Salem Local Center and the Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC), organized a seminar titled “Embedded Systems – Driving Efficiency and Innovation Across Industries” on 22.08.2024. The seminar aimed to explore how embedded systems are revolutionizing various sectors by enhancing efficiency, enabling innovation, and providing robust solutions for complex challenges.
Dr. M. Premkumar, Principal of Paavai Engineering College, delivered the presidential address, articulating the importance of embedded systems. He emphasized that embedded systems are the unseen force behind much of today’s technological advancements. From consumer electronics to complex industrial machinery, these systems play a crucial role in driving efficiency, fostering innovation, and transforming industries worldwide.
In the keynote address, Er. V. Sasikumar, Managing Director of Mikrosun Technologies, Salem, highlighted the significance of discipline and attitude among students. He discussed how embedded systems drive efficiency across industries. For example, in the automotive sector, embedded systems are vital for the development of modern vehicles, enabling advanced driver-assistance systems, improving fuel efficiency, and enhancing safety features. In the healthcare industry, embedded systems power life-saving medical devices, such as pacemakers and imaging systems, ensuring accuracy and reliability in patient care. In manufacturing, embedded systems drive automation, optimizing production processes, reducing costs, and improving quality control.
Er. Sasikumar also addressed the challenges and opportunities in the embedded systems sector, encouraging students to work on real-time projects and bring their innovative ideas to the embedded domain. He emphasized the environmental impact of deploying billions of interconnected devices and urged students to develop sustainable solutions. The resource speaker answered various queries from the students.
The seminar was convened by Dr. R. Mohanapriya, Head of the Department of ECE. Faculty coordinators included Mr. S. Vijay Murugan, ASP/ECE, and Mr. D. Satheesh Kumar, AP/ECE. The event was attended by 15 faculty members and 220 students. The students gained a deeper understanding of the fundamental concepts of embedded systems, including hardware components, software integration, and real-time systems.