As part of the project-related exchange program with India DST 2023-2025 funded by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), two guest scientists from the Indian Institute of Information Technology Kottayam (IIIT Kottayam) will visit Offenburg University. During their stay Dr. Ragesh G K and Dr. Ansal K A will be with Institute for Unmanned Aerial Systems and the Department of Electrical Engineering, Medical Engineering and Computer Science.
We would like to invite you to the two guest lectures "The Digital Trinity: IoT, 5G, and CPS - A Journey into Convergence" from Dr. Ragesh G K and "Planar Antennas for 5G and beyond" given by Dr. Ansal K A, on Tuesday, 23rd April at 2 p.m. in room B014. Afterwards we invite you to a Get-Together in the entrance hall of the B-Building. We are looking forward to your participation.
The Digital Trinity: IoT, 5G, and CPS - A Journey into Convergence
The intersection of Internet of Things (IoT), 5G networks, and Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) heralds a new era of connectivity, intelligence, and automation. This talk delves into the technical underpinnings of this convergence, exploring how IoT devices leverage 5G's low latency and high bandwidth capabilities to communicate seamlessly, facilitating real-time data exchange and analysis within CPS frameworks. We'll discuss the critical role of edge computing in processing data at the source, enhancing efficiency and reducing latency. Additionally, we'll explore the implications of this convergence across various sectors, from smart cities and autonomous vehicles to industrial automation and healthcare.
Dr. Ragesh G K, Associate Dean- Industry Relations and Funding at the Indian Institute of Information Technology Kottayam (IIIT Kottayam), an institute of national importance, Ministry of Education, Government of India located in Kottayam, Kerala, India. With a Ph.D. in Information and Communication Engineering, Dr. Ragesh specializes in various domains including Cryptography, Cloud Computing, Internet of Things (IoT), and Wireless Networks. His academic journey includes notable achievements such as receiving prestigious grants and awards like the UK India Future Networks Initiative Funding Grant, UKIERI-MIETY Grant, DST-DAAD Grant, IGSTC SING Grant British Council’s Going Global Partnership Programme Exploratory Grant and many other funding grants from various Govt. agencies from India. Additionally, he has been recognized as a Senior Member of IEEE and holding several senior positions in IEEE Kerala Section. Dr. Ragesh has contributed significantly to research and academia through his publications in reputable journals and presentations at international conferences. He has also been actively involved in mentoring students, guiding doctoral candidates, and organizing various academic events and workshops. With a diverse portfolio spanning from research publications to patents and funded projects, Dr. Ragesh's expertise lies in pioneering advancements in the realms of information technology, particularly in areas related to cybersecurity, healthcare management, and emerging technologies like 5G and IoT.
Planar Antennas for 5G and beyond
Planar antennas are crucial components in the development and implementation of 5G networks. They offer several advantages such as compact size, ease of integration with other components, and the ability to achieve high performance in terms of gain, efficiency, and bandwidth. This lecturer deals with overview of planar antennas commonly used in 5G applications like patch antennas, reconfigurable antennas, MIMO antennas etc. The importance of planar antennas for 5G and beyond lies in their ability to address the increasingly complex requirements of future wireless communication systems, including higher data rates, lower latency, improved spectral efficiency, and support for massive connectivity. Planar antennas enable the development of compact, high-performance, and cost-effective solutions that are essential for realizing the full potential of next-generation wireless networks and emerging applications such as IoT, autonomous vehicles, augmented reality, and smart cities. Overall, planar antenna technology continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the evolution of wireless communication systems, driving innovations that enable higher data rates, improved coverage, and enhanced user experiences.
Dr. Ansal K A received his B.Tech in Electronics and Communication from Mahatma Gandhi University Kerala and Master of Engineering in Communications Systems from Anna University, Chennai with University Gold Medal. He has completed his Doctoral Degree from Pondicherry Central University in the area of Miniaturized Antennas with Junior Research Fellowship from University Grant Commission. He is working as an Associate Professor in the Electronics engineering department of Saintgits College of Engineering, Kottayam, Kerala, currently pursuing his Postdoctoral studies in Indian institute of Information Technology Kottayam Kerala Under Chief Ministers PostDoctoral Fellowship. He has an awardee of various fellowships like UGC JRF, MANF, DST Inspire, Research excellence award from IETE, and young researcher award from IEI. He is a recipient of several funding which includes from CERD, AICTE, DST-DAAD, IGSTC, etc.
He has authored more than 50 journals and 40 international conference publications in his credit. His area of interest belongs RF system design, Microwave and Millimetre wave Antennas, AI enabled 5G and 6G, Wireless Communications, Digital image Processing, Machine and Deep learning. He has awarded International Engineering Educators Certification from IUCEE USA, and is an active member of IEEE,INSc,IEI,ISTE,IETE ,ATMSand IAENG.