Six Days AICTE ATAL FDP on Innovation and Design Challenges in Antenna and RF Devices for Next Generation 5G/6G Wireless Communication 16-21, September 2024

Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Sri Manakula Vinayagar Engineering College is organizing AICTE Sponsored ATAL Faculty Development Program (FDP) on Innovation and Design Challenges in Antenna and RF Devices for Next Generation 5G/6G Wireless Communication 16-21, September 2024

ABOUT THE FDP
The objective of this Faculty Development Program (FDP) on “Innovations and Design Challenges in Antenna and RF Devices for Next Generation 5G/6G Wireless Communication” is to provide participants with a deep understanding of the latest advancements in antenna and RF technology and their impact on 5G and 6G communication. Participants will learn key concepts, principles, and challenges of nextgeneration antennas and RF devices and their role in advanced wireless communication systems. After completing the FDP, participants will be equipped to contribute to the research, development, and implementation of cutting-edge technologies in 5G and IoT convergence for future mobile communication.

TOPICS TO BE COVERED
Advancement and Perspective of Antennas & RF Devices in Future Communication
Technologies Design Challenges and Research Opportunities in High-Frequency RF Devices
Hands-on Training in Advanced Electromagnetic Modelling Software
Recent Progress in the Filter Techniques for 5G and 6G Communication
Theoretical Modelling of High-Frequency Front End Devices
Design and development of microwave filters and couplers using CAD tool
Theoretical modelling Approach of Printed Antennas for Microwave Systems
Phased array antenna techniques for 5G beam forming
Microstrip patch antenna modeling and characteristics analysis
Emerging MIMO/Massive MIMO antennas for next-generation wireless devices
Intelligent Reflecting surface for massive MIMO applications
Implementation and evaluation of phased array antenna for 5G applications
Metamaterial Antenna: A New Paradigm in Antenna Technology
Hands-on training for antenna fabrication and testing using Vector Network Analyzer
Terahertz and millimeter wave antennas for high-speed On-chip application

EXPECTED OUTCOME
Upon completion of the Faculty Development Program (FDP), participants emerge with enriched capabilities and insights:
Gain a deeper understanding of antenna technology and its role in 5G/6G wireless communication.
Stay updated on the latest advancements and research trends in antennas and RF devices.
Acquire skills to design and produce advanced antennas locally, boosting India’s wireless technology industry.
Integrate new concepts into curriculums, develop courses, and lead innovative research, supporting the Make in India mission.
Strengthen partnerships among academia, industry, and government to advance 5G/6G technologies and enhance India’s global leadership in wireless communication.

HANDS ON TRANING TOOLS
Microwave CAD Tools
Antenna Fabrication Tools

ELIGIBILITY TO ATTEND THE FDP
Faculty, Research Scholar and PG students from AICTE approved engineering colleges and institutions, and R&D organizations with basic degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering, Electronics and Computer Engineering and those who are associated with Antenna and microwave Engineering and related fields.

IMPORTANT DATES
Last date for online registration : 02.09.2024
Intimation of selection through E-mail : 04.09.2024

GUIDELINE FOR REGISTRATION
Participants can sign up and register for the program through the AICTE ATAL website using the following links: https://www.aicte-india.org/atal or https://atalacademy.aicte-india.org/signup.
Registration for the FDP must be done exclusively through the official ATAL website. After registering, navigate to the FDP section, choose the month of September, select the Thrust Area “Engineering and Management,” and apply for the FDP using the application number 1715245737. Candidates would be eligible to receive a certificate up on achieving at least 70% cumulative weightage in the following aspects in the weightage mentioned. Attendance – minimum 80% attendance is mandatory. 100 & attendance – (individual)- weightage 10%. 3-4 Page Article Summary/per Team – (Team & Individual) – – weightage 10%.Project/ Live industry problem solving – (Team & Individual)- weightage 40%. Report/outcome of Industrial visit- (Team) at the last session -weightage25%. Reflection Journal – (Individual) – at the last session -weightage15%

REGISTRATION FEE/ACCOMMODATION/SELECTION CRITERIA
No registration fee for participation.
However, refreshments & lunch would be provided free of cost. External Participants will also get a lump sum Travelling allowance subject to travelling more than 20 Km one side and attending at least 90% of the sessions.
Selection will be done based on first-cum-first serve basis and the confirmed candidates will be notifiedimmediately.
The maximum number of participants will be 50 (Fifty).

FDP COORDINATORS
Dr. P. Raja
Dr. N. Saranya