GIAN course on
Elements of Smart Structures, December 15-20, 2025
Energy Harvesting, Structural Health Monitoring, Shape Modification, and Energy Storage
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GIAN course on
Elements of Smart Structures, December 15-20, 2025
Energy Harvesting, Structural Health Monitoring, Shape Modification, and Energy Storage
Download Brochure
GIAN course on
Elements of Smart Structures, December 15-20, 2025
Energy Harvesting, Structural Health Monitoring, Shape Modification, and Energy Storage
Download BrochureEOSS 2025
The course and workshop are open to Faculty Members, Students from Engineering Colleges / Polytechnics, and Practicing Engineers from Industries and R&D Institutions. Seats are limited.
- Getting to know smart materials for smart structures.
- Understanding technologies for incorporating multifunctionality into structures.
- Introduction of functional materials.
- Smart materials, piezo materials.
- Structural integration of smart materials.
- Structure borne sound and interference.
- Vibration control.
- Integrated sensors and control of sound.
- Active Noise Control.
- Characterization of piezoelectric materials.
- Shape morphing experiment.
- Control of acoustic noise/vibration control experiment.
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Oliver Völkerink
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Oliver Völkerink is the Assistant Professor for Function Integration in Production Engineering at the Technical University of Braunschweig, Germany. He is also a Scientist at the German Aerospace Centre (DLR) in Braunschweig. His current research activities focus on Energy Harvesting, Structural Health Monitoring, Shape Modification, Energy Storage Composites Bonded Joints, Material Modelling, Function Integration, and Circular Economy. Prof. Völkerink has published several research articles in international journals of repute.
Prof. Vishal Singh Chauhan
Prof. Vishal Singh Chauhan is a Professor in the School of Mechanical and Materials Engineering of Indian Institute of Technology Mandi. He has published more than 120 papers in the International Journals. His areas of research are energy harvesting, non-contact signals for structural health monitoring, ceramics and glass ceramics for multicatalytic applications, modeling of materials, smart materials and structures.
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Registration Plans
Participants should register themselves by paying the registration fee and submitting the registration form (G-form link). The Google form given on the link below should be filled after paying the relevant fee along with the proof of fee payment. Intimation of selection will be communicated to the participants by December 10, 2025. The number of participant seats is limited.
Registration fee includes course material, a registration kit, accommodation, and food (breakfast, lunch, snacks, tea refreshment, dinner, one special dinner) during workshop days.
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| Description | Amount |
|---|---|
| Practicing Engineers | ₹ 17,000/- |
| Faculty Members | ₹ 17,000/- |
| Student Participants | ₹ 5,000/- |
| Student Participants | ₹ 1000/- (excluding accommodation and food for local students) |
The registration fee will be paid to bank details as mentioned below:
| Bank Details | |
|---|---|
| Account Name | CCE, IIT Mandi |
| Account No | 7315000100034369 |
| IFSC Code | PUNB0731500 |
| Bank Name | Punjab National Bank |
| Branch Name | IIT Kamand, Mandi (H.P) - l75075 |
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About IIT Mandi
Nestled in the Sivalik Range of the Himalayas, away from the bustle of the metropolis, IIT Mandi stands tall as a pillar of excellence combining the beautiful location of Kamand with its technological prowess creating an institution where brilliant creative people come together to learn, work and play. A few hours before the Himalayan resort Kullu in Himachal Pradesh, IIT Mandi has been established with the vision to be a leader in science and technology education, knowledge creation and innovation, in an India marching towards a just, inclusive and sustainable society. IIT Mandi is a prominent institute among the eight new IITs started in 2008-2009 and is making strong strides to be among those which offer world class education. The main campus of IIT Mandi is situated at the forested hills of Kamand valley on the banks of the river Uhl, a tributary of river Beas. IIT Mandi is approximately 20 kilometers away from Mandi town. The usual travel route to Mandi is via Chandigarh from Delhi. The nearest airports to Mandi are Kullu (56 km), Dharamshalla (130 km) & Chandigarh (200 km).
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By Road:
Mandi is well connected by road. One can reach Mandi by a 6 hour road journey from Chandigarh that is at distance of 200 km. Regular Volvo overnight bus service is also available from ISBT (Kashmiri Gate), New Delhi to Mandi. The journey takes 10-12 hours. Shimla, Pathankot, Dharamsala, Kullu and Manali are all connected to Mandi by road. Mandi is situated at the centre of Himachal Pradesh. All buses passing from north to south and from east to west in Himachal Pradesh touch Mandi.
By Air
The nearest airport is Bhuntar (Kullu) about 57 km from IIT Mandi Campus. Flights are available from New Delhi and Chandigarh (subject to weather conditions).
By Train
The nearest railway stations are Joginder Nagar and Shimla by narrow gauge train. From Pathankot the narrow-gauge railway connects to Joginder Nagar, which is 55 km from Mandi via road. Narrow gauge trains are limited. Chandigarh and Kalka are the nearest railway stations which are connected by broad gauge trains. From Chandigarh there is regular bus service to Mandi.
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- Near By Mandi
- Near By Kullu
- Others
Prasher Lake
The lake is located at an elevation of 2,730 m (8,960 ft) above sea level.
Baroat Valley
Barot is a small valley formed by the Uhl river at an elevation of 1819 metres (6000 ft) above sea level.
Khajjiar Lake
Khajjiar Lake is situated at a height of around 1,951 m above sea level
Rewalsar Lake
Rewalsar Lake is located at an elevation of about 1,360 metres (4,460 ft) above sea level
Palampur
Palampur is a hill station . It’s known for its tea gardens and situtated 1,256 m above sea level.
McLeod Ganj
It has an average elevation of 2,082 metres (6,831 feet). It is situated on the Dhauladhar Range,
Manikaran
Manikaran is a town located in the Parvati Valley on river Parvati.It is 17,60 meters (5775 ft) from sea .
Solang Valley
Solang Valley, is located at an altitude of 8,500 feet above sea level.
Dharamshala Cricket Stadium
The picturesque venue is unique in India as it is situated at an altitude of 1,457 m above sea level
Spiti Valley
The Spiti Valley in Himachal Pradesh, India is located at 14,000 ft (4,270 m) above sea level.
Bir
Bir is a rural village located in the west of Joginder Nagar Valley in the state of Himachal Pradesh in northern India.
Atal Tunnel
Atal Tunnel is a highway tunnel built under the Rohtang Pass.At a length of 9.02 km, it is the highest single-tube tunnel above 10,000 feet.
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E-Mail:
eoss@iitmandi.ac.in
Contact Persons:
Prof. Vishal Singh Chauhan
School of Mechanical & Materials Engineering
Indian Institute of Technology Mandi, Kamand, Mandi-175075, (Himachal Pradesh)