2025
Manufacturing & Materials
DRT-Sand™ is a novel materials innovation that transforms previously unusable desert or coastal sand into a functional construction-grade substrate through an advanced nanobonding process. Developed by Doctor T Company in Thailand, the system introduces a proprietary coating (TPoxy™) that binds each grain with a nanoscale film, resulting in engineered sand that is water-resistant, dust-suppressed,
We have developed a novel method, dubbed thermal processing & coating (TP&C), for manufacturing surface coatings that can replace the traditional hard chrome plating. The TP&C surface treatment allows one to combine exceptional mechanical properties obtained due to heat treatment with an enhanced tribological performance and corrosion resistance.
EcoSia® Inorganic Silicate Coating – Key Features & Advantages
EcoSia is a next-generation mineral paint engineered from potassium silicate, nanoscale ceramic fillers and functional additives. Unlike conventional acrylic or epoxy systems that form a plastic film, EcoSia reacts chemically with mineral or metal substrates to create a glass-ceramic network that is physically anchored (micro-silicification).
Problem Statement
Manufacturing environments subject tooling surfaces, conveyor systems, and production substrates to continuous micro-damage from thermal cycling, mechanical stress, and chemical exposure. Current solutions require costly downtime for repairs, replacement of entire components, and result in production inconsistencies.
The MELD Manufacturing 3PO system is an advanced hybrid manufacturing platform that redefines how, where, and when large, forged parts are produced, repaired and sustained. The 3PO integrates MELD Manufacturing’s patented Additive Friction Stir Deposition (AFSD) forging process with proven precision subtractive machining processes into a single system;
Plastics extrusion die design is a challenging and complex task, especially for products with irregular cross-sectional shapes. The profile (shape and dimensions) of the die exit plate plays a crucial role in determining the final extrudate cross-section.
The Water Jet Direct Seeding System introduces a groundbreaking technological approach to agriculture, designed to enhance planting efficiency and sustainability. This innovative solution eliminates the mechanical components traditionally used in planting equipment, such as discs and metal blades, and replaces them entirely with high-pressure water jets, similar to those employed in industrial applications for precision cutting.
The Amphibious Tent is a fully inflatable, rigid-free structure designed for recreational, educational, and emergency use in both terrestrial and aquatic environments. Its circular architecture and lightweight configuration make it suitable for rapid deployment and multi-purpose activities, while its advanced stabilization system ensures safety and functionality in varied terrain and weather conditions.
This project focuses on developing a simple and cost-effective impact testing rig using basic sensors and electronics to evaluate materials under low-energy impacts. Commercial testing machines like Charpy and Izod are commonly used, but they are often expensive (₹5–10 lakh commercial systems) and not easily accessible for small institutions or student-level research.
PET Bottle Filament Extruder is an innovative, sustainable solution designed to address the growing environmental issue of plastic waste, specifically focusing on polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottles. With the increasing consumption of plastic and the inefficiency of large-scale recycling systems, especially in countries like India where over three million tons of PET waste are discarded annually,
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