Date : 30-11-2023

Hon. Chandrakant Dada Patil (Minister of Higher and Technical Education, Govt. of Maharashtra) visited our Rajarambapu Institute of Technology and NETRARIT Foundation's stall at Udyam Sangli Industrial Expo 2023 on 28.11.2023. Udyam Sangli Industrial Expo is conceptualized to help the government's endeavor to establish an industry friendly environment by playing the role of facilitator for holistic industrial development. At this stall we have displayed the products of our incubated startups at NETRARIT Foundation (NRiT) such as Third wheel rolling support for bullock carts, automatic curd making machine, stabilizer, poultry racking machine, etc. as well as the providing information about the various prestigious educational courses provided by Rajarambapu Institute Of Technology, Islampur. This implementation was carried out under the valuable guidance of Hon. Dr. P. V. Kadole (Director, Rajarambapu Institute Of Technology and NETRARIT Foundation, Islampur)

Date : 14-12-2023

An awareness seminar on Intellectual Property Rights was organised at Rajarambapu Institute of Technology on 9th December, 2023 by MyCrave in collaboration with NETRARIT Foundation (NRiT) Technology Business Incubator.

Date : 15-12-2023

Maharashtra State Innovation Society and Department of Skill Development, Employability, Entrepreneurship, and Innovation has organized state level competition 'Maharashtra Student Innovation Challenge' At this event we had esteemed presence of Hon. Dr. Raja Dayanidhi (IAS), District Magistrate & Collector of Sangli, and Hon. Amit Ranjan (IAS) at the District-level finale of the Sangli District on 11th December, 2023. In this competition our 2 incubated startups viz Orobot Technologies Pvt Ltd and Bhupalgad Technologies Pvt Ltd has won the district level competition and they will represent Sangli district at State level competition.

Date : 12-01-2024

Igniting young minds at Techminds! Modern High School, Rajaramnagar students are set to explore basic electronics and robotics during Startup Week 2024. Stay tuned for a week of innovation and learning.

Date : 16-01-2024

Celebrating National Startup Day with an insightful Mentor Mastery Session organized by Institute Innovation Council (IIC) and NETRARIT FOUNDATION. Dr. Bhavna Ambudkar led the session, and Dr. P V Kadole, Director of RAJARAMBAPU Institute of Technology, emphasized the significance of IIC. Great engagement with 24 IIC coordinators during this event.

Date : 16-01-2024

Our Hon.Chairman Bhagat Dada Patil graced the vibrant atmosphere of innovation during the Startup Innovation Week on 12th January 2024, making a special visit to our incubation center. Our incubated startups showcased their remarkable progress, highlighting the impact of the support and resources provided by NETRARIT Foundation (NRiT) TBI. It was a proud moment for everyone involved, witnessing firsthand the growth and success stories emerging from our incubation program.

Date : 19-01-2024

The IDEATHON2024, one of the biggest business idea competitions in western Maharashtra’s has been conducted in four regions viz Sangli. Satata, Kolhapur and Pune in collaboration with four Host Institutes viz., Padbhushan Vasantrao Patil Institute of Technology, Budhgaon, Sangli; D.Y.Patil College of Engineering and Technology, Kolhapur; KBP College of Engineering, Satara and Rajarambapu Institute of Technology (Polytechnic), Pune along with RIT Campus where students from more than 50 Institutes participated. We are in the process of scrutinizing the applications. We will be organizing an induction program for shortlisted applicants and then a presentation round will be started in each region respectively.

Date : 29-01-2024

Two of our incredible incubated startups Orobot Technologies and Bhupalgad Technologies Pvt Ltd have clinched victory at Students Innovation Challenge organized by Maharashtra State Innovation Society and Skills, Employment, Entrepreneurship and Innovation Dept, Govt of Maharashtra at the district level!

Date : 31-01-2024

Demonstration and exhibition of 76 multidisciplinary innovative projects developed by 300+ first year students and mentored by NRiT was organized on 5th January, 2024 in RIT, Rajaramnagar.

Date : 31-01-2024

NETRARIT Foundation (NRiT) TBI has successfully ended up the National Innovation Week 2024 by launching MVP of our startup Orobot Technologies Pvt Ltd on 18th January 2024

Date : 31-01-2024

Our National Startup Day celebration brought together our brilliant startups, MBA students, Entrepreneur Development Cell, and faculties for a day of inspiration and collaboration. Groundbreaking pitches, insightful discussions and startup experiences were shared at this moment. We are building a community that thrives on innovation and excellence.

Date : 08-02-2024 to 09-02-2024

Two Days Workshop for Rural entrepreneurs was organised by Bhartiya Yuva Shakti Trust in affiliation with NETRARIT Technology Business Incubator and Rajarambapu Institute of Technology, Islampur. In this workshop importance of entrepreneurships was discussed with budding entrepreneurs and information about various business tools were given.

Date : 03-02-2024

The Presentations of new business ideas was organised by NETRARIT FOUNDATION (NRiT) Technology Bussiness Incubator. Aspiring entrepreneur from sangli, pune, Kolhapur etc. Presented their innovative business ideas. The scrutiny of business ideas was done by NRiT team and some of the ideas was selected for incubation. These startups will get incubation support from NRiT to develop the prototype and MVP of their ideas.

Date : 19-01-2024

Online awareness program of IDEATHON2024 was organised by NRiT Founation team The students, startup founders college faculties etc were present at this awareness program. The co-host institute’s coordinaters from sangli, pune, Kolhapur, satara were also present at this awareness program.

Date : 20-01-2024

Online Marketing Strategy Session of IDEATHON2024 was organised by NRiT Founation team The co-host institute’s coordinaters from sangli, pune, Kolhapur, satara were also present at this Marketing Strategy Session

Day 2: - Mounting of metal sheets, machine breakdown measures were explained in the morning session. The NC Studio software used for design and to operate the machine was introduced. Training on software was given during the sessions. The participants handled the machine using the machine.

Day 3: - Participants prepared designs using the software and operated the machine. In afternoon session validatory ceremony was commenced. The Prof. P. S. Jadhav felicitated Mr. Pravin Rasal and thankd him for delivering information and training to the participants. Also certificate were distributed to the participants.

Day 2: - Prof. S. D. Gaikwad Introduction to 3D Scanner, uses of 3D scanner, how to use it for scanning, Software used for 3D scanning. Hands on training to students on 3D scanner.

Day 3: - Prof S. H. Patil and Prof. N. C. Gaikwad taught toolbars of AutoCAD – Modify Toolbar, Dimension Toolbar, and Line Settings. PC was allotted to students for practicing AutoCAD. Prof. A. M. Kulkarni Sir were guiding them during the practice session.

Day 4: - Prof. A. M. Kulkani gave training of Laser cutting machine, information about RD works software, how it works, use of & how to operate Laser cutting machine, different materials used for the machine.

Day 5: - Different batches of students were formed. So that every student can operate the Laser Cutting machine. Students operated the machine and created different designs which they drafted in AutoCAD. Prof. A. M. Kulkarni guided them throughout the session.

Day 6: - Prof S. H. Patil and Prof. N. C. Gaikwad further introduced to toolbars like Annotation, Layers of AutoCAD. Gave basic introduction to 3D Modelling. Students were given different drawings for practicing.

Day 7: - Prof A. A. Mulla delivered a lecture on 3D Printing Technology/ Additive Manufacturing to the participants. Solid modeling on basic components was demonstrated and hands-on solid modeling using FreeCAD & SolidWorks software is done.

Day 8: - Prof A. A. Mulla explained 3D printers with their construction and working. Slicer software Ultimaker Cura is demonstrated and the slicing process with its parameters has been delivered. Slicing the developed model and printing it on a 3D printer hands-on is performed by participants. The developed basic solid models have been printed on a 3D printer.

Day 9: - Prof. N. C. Gaikwad gave introduction of Art Camp Software Hands on training, detailed information of CNC wood router machine specification and its working, Introduction to machine setup and its maintenance, operating of machine using different materials like plywood, ACP sheet, foam sheet, granite, aluminium.

Day 10: - Students created different designs using Art Camp Software. Students handled the Wood Router machine and developed the designs using foam sheets, acrylic sheets, PCP sheets.

Day 11: - In this session mini project was given to given to students (customised wall clock). The activity consists of using laser cutting machine, CNC wood router, portable grinder, drill machine. Students performed the activity well and made a Wall Clock using facilities available in the IDEA Lab under guidance of Prof. A. M. Kulkarni & Prof. S. D. Gaikwad.

Day 12: - In this session theory on printing technology was delivered to the participants by Prof. S. H. Patil. Hands On sessions with Adobe Illustrator software were taken for Printing on Mugs and T-shirts. Temperature requirement and time for printing were illustrated by hands-on practice for individual students through group activity. In the afternoon session, closing Ceremony was commenced, participants gave their feedback about the program. Certificates were distributed to all the participants.

Day 2: - Session was conducted by Prof. D. S. Patil GIS on Applications and Vector Shape File Editing. Session S4: A two-hour lecture on the practical applications of GIS in the field. Practical session S5 & S6: Participants learned the interface of GIS applications and the basics of editing vector shape files.

Day 3: - Session was conducted by Mr. Hrishikesh Mulay on 3D Mapping and Map Development. Practical session S7: Participants learned about developing 3D models using GIS. Practical session S8 & S9: The session included the extraction of maps, map development, adding legends, and map printing.

Day 4: - Session was conducted by Mr. Hrishikesh Mulay on River Network, Catchment, and Google Maps Integration. Practical session S10 & S11: Participants focused on deriving river networks and catchment areas using GIS. Practical session D12: The day continued with a session on integrating Google Maps layers into GIS applications.

Day 5: - Session were conducted by Prof. S. S. Patil on Arduino programming and by Prof. A. A. Mulla on 3D printing technology. Practical session S13: The final day's practical focused on importing Excel data into GIS, also participants learned about basics of Arduino programming to develop early flood warning system. Practical session S14: Participants learned about creating 3D printing technology to create maps by using GIS applications. Practical session S15: Final session of the workshop feedback from students were collected and certificates were distributed to the eligible students followed by vote of thanks by workshop coordinator Dr. Sabir Sayyed and Dr. Sandip Sathe.

Name of Trainers:

1) Mr. Hrishikesh Muley, M.D., GramTech.
2) Dr. D. S. Patil, Dean Infrastructure.
3) Prof. Ansar Mulla, Asst. Professor Diploma Mechanical Engineering Department.
4) Prof. Shweta Patil, Asst. Professor, CSE Department.

Day 2: - Prof. S. D. Gaikwad Introduction to 3D Scanner, uses of 3D scanner, how to use it for scanning, Software used for 3D scanning. Hands on training to students on 3D scanner.

Day 3: - Prof S. H. Patil and Prof. N. C. Gaikwad taught toolbars of AutoCAD – Modify Toolbar, Dimension Toolbar, and Line Settings. PC was allotted to students for practicing AutoCAD. Prof. A. M. Kulkarni Sir were guiding them during the practice session.

Day 4: - Prof. A. M. Kulkani gave training of Laser cutting machine, information about RD works software, how it works, use of & how to operate Laser cutting machine, different materials used for the machine.

Day 5: - Different batches of students were formed. So that every student can operate the Laser Cutting machine. Students operated the machine and created different designs which they drafted in AutoCAD. Prof. A. M. Kulkarni guided them throughout the session.

Day 6: - Different batches of students were formed. So that every student can operate the Laser Cutting machine. Students operated the machine and created different designs which they drafted in AutoCAD. Prof. A. M. Kulkarni guided them throughout the session.

Day 7: - Different batches of students were formed. So that every student can operate the Laser Cutting machine. Students operated the machine and created different designs which they drafted in AutoCAD. Prof. A. M. Kulkarni guided them throughout the session.

Day 8: - Different batches of students were formed. So that every student can operate the Laser Cutting machine. Students operated the machine and created different designs which they drafted in AutoCAD. Prof. A. M. Kulkarni guided them throughout the session.

Day 9: - Different batches of students were formed. So that every student can operate the Laser Cutting machine. Students operated the machine and created different designs which they drafted in AutoCAD. Prof. A. M. Kulkarni guided them throughout the session.

Day 10: - Different batches of students were formed. So that every student can operate the Laser Cutting machine. Students operated the machine and created different designs which they drafted in AutoCAD. Prof. A. M. Kulkarni guided them throughout the session.

Day 11: - Different batches of students were formed. So that every student can operate the Laser Cutting machine. Students operated the machine and created different designs which they drafted in AutoCAD. Prof. A. M. Kulkarni guided them throughout the session.

Day 12: - In this session theory on printing technology was delivered to the participants by Prof. S. H. Patil. Hands On sessions with Adobe Illustrator software were taken for Printing on Mugs and T-shirts. Temperature requirement and time for printing were illustrated by hands-on practice for individual students through group activity. In the afternoon session, closing Ceremony was commenced, participants gave their feedback about the program. Certificates were distributed to all the participants.

Day 2: - Mr. Sagar Shinde conducted sessions on Interfacing of LED with Wi-Fi Module - Interfacing of Switch with Wi-Fi Module Interfacing of Sensors with Wi-Fi Module, Interfacing of LED with Wi-Fi module, interfacing of switch with wi-fi module, interfacing of sensors with wi-fi module, interfacing of motors with wi-fi module, posting data to server using IoT. Controlling motors on internet, controlling home appliance using IoT.

Day 3: - Mr. Sagar Shinde conducted their last day sessions on, Introduction of Raspberry pi, Installation of Raspberry Pi Operating System in Raspberry PI, Applications of Raspberry, Interfacing of Sensors with Raspberry Pi, posting data sensor data to server using Raspberry. Controlling Motors using Raspberry PI.

Day 4: - Prof. A.M. Jagtap conducted sessions on Data Analysis with NumPy, Pandas, Matplotlib.

Day 5: - Prof. A. M. Jagtap conducted sessions on Hands on session Data pre-processing. Prof. Taranpreet Singh conducted sessions on Introduction to Machine Learning. Hands-on session on regression, Q&A session.

Day 6: - Prof. Taranpreet Singh conducted sessions Hands on Session on Classification Techniques, Q& A Sessions, Hands on session on Machine Learning Applications.

Valedictory program Student feedback & certificate distribution in presence of Dr. A. Kakade (Dean R&D), Prof. A. M. Jagtap, Prof. Taranjeet Singh. Dr. A. B. Kakade also encouraged students to learn new technologies and develop projects to solve day today problems.

Day 2: - Prof. Sachin Kumbhar held session on Introduction and Interfacing of seven segment Display with Arduino. Participants were given tasks to prepare a circuit of blinking by using Arduino, beard board. Prof. S. B. Khot held session Introduction to 3D printing and applications, application and working of 3D printers.

Day 3: - Prof. Sachin Kumbhar held session Introduction to various electronics components, introduction to soldering process, Soldering exercise for mini project. Students were electronic components like LED, connection wires, resisters, PCB board to prepare a circuit. Mr. Radhesh Patil and Mr. Dattatray Kadam gave introduction to Laser cutting machine and its process. Demonstrated working of Laser cutting machine.

Valedictory program Student feedback & certificate distribution in presence of Dr. A. Kakade (Dean R&D), Prof. S. S. Kumbhar, Dr. A. B. Kakade also encouraged students to learn new technologies and develop projects to solve day today problems.

Day 2: - Mr. Shubham Omase, Director and CEO, Founder Origin Tech Startup, Sangli conducted sessions on “Introduction to Industrial IoT” including following points: Definition and characteristics of IoT, Physical Design of IoT - Things in IoT, IoT Protocols, Logical Design of IoT - IoT functional blocks, IoT communication models, IoT communication APIs, IoT Enabling Technologies - WSN, Cloud Computing, Big data analytics, communication protocols.

Day 3: - Mr. Shubham Omase, Director and CEO, Founder Origin Tech Startup, Sangli conducted sessions on “Introduction to AWS and Hands on Session on IoT” including Introduction to AWS, and for code to be executed in the target development board (ESP8266), we must first upload the proper firmware. Firmware is software that provides basic machine instructions that allow the hardware to function and communicate with other software running on a device. The firmware depends on the specifications of the target board like architecture, family, RAM, ROM etc. He also conducted hands on sessions on AWS with IoT ,ESP8266 programming of AWS with IoT & ESP8266 interfacing of different sensors.

Day 4: - Mr. Nitin Nike, Director and CEO, Technophilia, Sangli conducted sessions on “Introduction to machine Learning” includes Machine learning is programming computers to optimize a performance using example data or past experience and learning is the execution of a computer program to optimize the parameters of the model using the training data or past experience. The model may be predictive to make predictions in the future, or descriptive to gain knowledge from data. The field of study known as machine learning is concerned with the question of how to construct computer programs that automatically improve with experience. Machine learning is a subfield of artificial intelligence that involves the development of algorithms and statistical models that enable computers to improve their performance in tasks through experience. These algorithms and models are designed to learn from data and make predictions or decisions without explicit instructions.

He conducted Hands on session on “ML Algorithms and Its implementation”. Machine Learning algorithms and models are designed to learn from data and make predictions or decisions without explicit instructions. There are several types of machine learning, including supervised learning, unsupervised learning, and reinforcement learning. Supervised learning involves training a model on labelled data, while unsupervised learning involves training a model on unlabeled data. Reinforcement learning involves training a model through trial and error. Machine learning is used in a wide variety of applications, including image and speech recognition and natural language processing.

Day 5: - Dr. Y. Srinivasa Rao, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan’s Sardar Patel Institute of Technology, Mumbai conducted sessions on “Research Innovation & Incubation” which includes Introduction to Microcontroller, Programming tools, Development Boards. Development Boards are printed circuit boards with a microcontroller/microprocessor mounted on them with few other hardware components. The ESP8266 is used to connect internet with the monitoring hardware system and the Wi-Fi technology is chosen to improve the system security. The cloud technology is used for accessing stored data from any device.

The speaker explained how Embedded system design technology is implemented using IOT. The complete workflow and how to implement various projects on embedded design were explained. Latest development in embedded system & design technology in which the software development board like arduino , Raspberry Pie were discussed along with the microcontroller 8051 and PIC Controller . The use of Wireless projects in combination to Microprocessor & how interfacing was discussed with the students. The expert focused on the live session with the interfacing techniques which can be possible with the different processors /controllers. He also explained how embedded systems has revolunized the world in the field of electronics, and how along with microprocessor various applications and projects can be made possible and can become smart after combining with IOT Technology. He taught students how to develop real time application based good projects using embedded design & technology. An Embedded System is a combination of hardware and software which creates a dedicated computer system that performs specific, predefined tasks. Internet of Things is the ability to transfer data over a network without requiring human to human or human to computer interaction. IoT is network of physical objects or things.

Valedictory program & certificate distribution in presence of Dr. A. Kakade (Dean R&D), Mr. Shubham Omase (CEO, OriginTech), Prof. R. T. Patil & Prof. U. A. kamerikar.

Day 2: - Mr. Ramkrishna Jadhav conducted sessions on “Importance of DS in building IT applications” including following points: Introduction to Data structure and algorithms, Different type of Data structure, Programs/ paper execution of data structures.

Day 3: - Prof. Mr. Akshay Homkar conducted sessions on “UI/UX Design” including Introduction to UI/UX Design, UI Design Principles, Hands-On: Wire framing, Hands-On: Wire framing and Case Studies, design exercise.

Day 4: - Mr. Amol Koli conducted sessions on “Software Testing” includes Introduction to Software Testing, Software Testing Life Cycle, Test Design for Functional Testing, Test Execution and Introduction to Automation Testing.

Day 5: - Mr. Vijay Suryawanshi conducted sessions on “Software Project Management” which includes Introduction to Project and What is project Management, Conception & Initiation, Project Execution, Agile Methodologies and Jira and Confluence tool selection.

Day 6:Mr. Shubham Omase conducted sessions on introduction to IoT & ESP8266, programming of IoT & ESP8266 and interfacing of different sensors.

Valedictory program & certificate distribution in presence of Dr. A. Kakade (Dean R&D), Mr. Shubham Omase (CEO, OriginTech), Prof. D. T. Mane.

Day 1: Introduction to AutoCAD

On the first day, participants were introduced to the workshop's objectives and key concepts. Two enlightening sessions were conducted, with the first session focusing on the fundamental principles of AutoCAD. Prof. R.V. Pawar led the first session, laying the groundwork for participants. The second session of the day, conducted by Prof. S.N. Sawant, delved into basic AutoCAD commands, equipping participants with the tools they needed to create and edit digital designs.

Day 2: Basics of 3-D Printing and Advanced AutoCAD Skills

Day 2 was equally engaging, with the first session led by Prof. R.V. Pawar. Participants were introduced to the exciting world of 3D printing, gaining insights into its foundational principles. Prof. S.N. Sawant returned for the second session, guiding participants in advanced AutoCAD skills, including editing, creating layers, and adding annotations to their designs.

Day 3: Mastering AutoCAD

The final day of the workshop focused on mastering AutoCAD's crucial functionalities. Participants took part in two instructive sessions, led by our expert instructors. These sessions covered dimensioning, hatching techniques, and the art of preparing designs for printing and plotting. The workshop culminated in a valedictory function, during which certificates were distributed to all participants, resource persons, and the coordinator. Feedback was also collected from the participants, who expressed their satisfaction with the 3-day program, reflecting the success and impact of this educational endeavor.

Valedictory:

At the end of the program, a valedictory session was held.  Certificates were distributed to all participants, resource persons, and the coordinator.  Feedback from the participants was collected, and it indicated their satisfaction with the 3-day program. Overall, it appears to have been a comprehensive program covering various aspects of AutoCAD, including its basics, 3-D printing, and practical skills such as dimensioning and printing.

Workshop Structure:

Day 1: 24 July 2023

Introduction to Design Thinking and Empathy:

Prof. S. B. Khot started the inaugural ceremony by extending a warm welcome to the esteemed guests of honor, including faculty participants, and special invitees. Also, he introduced the theme of the workshop - "Design Thinking for Product Development". The Five-days hands-on workshop was inaugurated by Director Dr. P. V. Kodole, RIT Rajaramnagar on 24th July, 2023. In his keynote speech, he touched upon various aspects of importance of product development and converting Ideas into design and keeping up to date with current technology. Also he gave an emphasis on project and product development. After the keynote the Dr. A. B. Kakade discussed about the bjectives, structure, and expected outcomes of the workshops. Also given information about importance of design thinking in modern product development to the participants.

The first session was started by Dr. S. M. Pise. He gives a brief introduction to Idea conceptualization along with hands-on activities. The second section deals with the Converting Idea into the design. And in the last session, he gave a hands-on session on product development.

Day 2: 25 July 2023

Empathy and Ideation:

Day two first session was started by Dr. Sham Gurav and covered understanding user needs, behaviors, and pain points. In the second session, he discussed how to convert prototypes in the products. In the last session brainstorming and Idea generation is taken.

Day 3: 26 July 2023

Prototyping and Testing:

The first session was started by Dr. Sandip Anasane, and he discussed about Importance of prototyping in visualizing and communicating design concepts. The second session was conducted by Prof. Pawar and he covered principles of iterative design and its role in refining prototypes. Also some products were discussed with the participants. The third session was conducted by the Prof. S. S. Kumbhar on Arduino and its applications. Some projects were given to the participants as activities of the workshop.

Day 4: 27 July 2023

Introduction IoT:

In day 4, Introduction IoT and Node MCU was covered by the Mr. Shubham Omase in first session. In the second hands-on session, he covered Android application development using MIT. In the last session integration of android application with firebase is covered using Node MCU.

Day 5: 28 July 2023

Final Projects and Conclusion:

the first and second session was taken by the Prof. S B. Khot and Prof. S. S. Kumbhar and covered hands-on prototype-building activity with the participants. The last session was taken by Dr. A. B. Kakade and discussed product development and its challenges. Also, participants’ projects presentations were conducted. At last, collected feedback from participants to assess the workshop's effectiveness and distributed certificates to participants.

Resource Person details.
Dr. S. S. Anasane (HoD M&IM, COEP)
Prof. N. N. Pawar (Adjunct M&IM, COEP)
Dr. Sham Gurav (CEO, Epiphany Inno)
Dr. S. M. Pise (Dean R&D, KIT)
Dr. A. B. Kakade(Dean R&D, RIT)
Mr. Shubham Omase (CEO, Origin Tech)
Prof. S. B. Khot (Asst Prof, Mechatronics)
Prof. S. S. Kumbhar (Asst Prof, Electrical)