Our Innovations: Projects That Make a Difference
Drithi: India's First Indigenous Microlight Seaplane
Drithi marks a significant milestone in India’s aviation history as the nation’s first indigenous microlight seaplane. Designed to enhance regional connectivity and promote sustainable air travel, Drithi is a testament to our aerospace engineering capabilities.
Key Features:
Engine: Simonini Mini 2 EvoPower (33 HP)
Wingspan: 10 meters
Length: 5 meters
Float Length: 4 meters
Materials Used: 6061 Aluminum, 3mm Kevlar Lines, Extruded Foam, Epoxy & Fiberglass, Nylon Cloth
Drithi’s design ensures affordability, durability, and versatility, making it suitable for commercial, defense, and emergency applications.
Rakshak: High-Performance Rescue Airboat
Rakshak is a versatile, shallow-draft airboat engineered for high performance in extreme water conditions. It plays a critical role across a range of sectors that demand reliable, fast, and safe water mobility.
Technical Specifications:
Length: 10 feet
Width: 4 feet
Height: 1 foot
Seating Capacity: 4 persons (hull tested with 7 people)
Applications:
Flood & Disaster Relief:
Rakshak’s ability to operate in shallow and debris-filled waters makes it a vital tool during flood emergencies. It enables rapid evacuation, delivery of supplies, and rescue operations even in areas where conventional boats can’t reach.
Border Surveillance:
Ideal for patrolling riverine and coastal borders, Rakshak offers quick maneuverability and stealth operations. Its design supports surveillance missions in difficult terrains, enhancing national security efforts.
Tourism & Recreation:
Rakshak can be used for eco-tourism and adventure activities in wetlands, riverbanks, and backwaters. Its safety features and all-terrain capability make it appealing for guided tours and recreational experiences.
Fishing & Aquaculture:
Fishermen and aquaculture professionals benefit from Rakshak’s ability to traverse shallow, vegetated waters. It simplifies transport of equipment and catch, and increases access to difficult fishing zones.
Water Transport in Remote Areas:
In regions lacking proper waterway infrastructure, Rakshak serves as a dependable mode of transportation. It ensures movement of people and goods in isolated or flood-prone regions with limited connectivity.
Environmental Research & Wildlife Monitoring:
Scientists and researchers use Rakshak to study aquatic ecosystems, collect water samples, and monitor biodiversity in protected and marshy environments without causing ecological disturbance.
Aquatic Vegetation Control:
Rakshak facilitates maintenance of water bodies by assisting in the removal or treatment of invasive aquatic plants. It provides access to overgrown or silted zones where mechanical harvesting is required.
Exoskeleton Collaboration with NITK, Surathkal
In partnership with the National Institute of Technology Karnataka (NITK), Surathkal, we proudly contributed to the development of a cost-effective robotic exoskeleton designed to assist individuals with mobility challenges, particularly those affected by crouch gait. We are grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with such a prestigious institution, blending academic innovation with our engineering capabilities.
Our Contributions:
Composite Material Fabrication:
Applied advanced composite materials to achieve a lightweight yet robust frame, enhancing both comfort and durability.
Precision Engineering:
Ensured the exoskeleton met critical mechanical and ergonomic standards through meticulous design and fabrication.
Collaborative Innovation:
Worked closely with researchers and development teams to transform complex theoretical models into functional, field-ready prototypes.
This collaboration stands as a testament to our commitment to impactful, research-driven innovation and our ability to deliver high-performance solutions in assistive robotics.
