13 September, 2021

Event Details:

• Title: Expert Talk on “Designing of Automated Systems using Arduino Platform”
• Speaker: Prof. Miral M. Desai, Assistant Professor, Electronics & Communication Engineering, CSPIT, Charusat, Changa
• Date: 13th September 2021
• Time: 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
• Mode: Online (Microsoft Teams)

Objective of the Event: 

The session aimed to introduce students to the fundamental concepts and practical implementation techniques involved in designing automated systems using the Arduino platform. It provided insights into integrating hardware with software for automation projects.

Summary:
The Electrical Engineering Department successfully conducted an expert talk for 5th-semester students, focusing on Arduino-based automation. Prof. Miral M. Desai delivered an engaging and interactive session that covered the following key topics:

• Introduction to Arduino boards and IDE
• Applications of Arduino in real-time systems
• Interfacing sensors and actuators
• Case studies on automation using Arduino
• Tips on debugging and optimizing Arduino code

Prof. Desai emphasized the importance of hands-on practice and encouraged students to undertake small projects to reinforce their learning. The talk was well-received by the students, with active participation and queries during the Q&A session.

Participation:
Over 80 students from the 5th semester attended the session via Microsoft Teams. The enthusiasm and curiosity shown by students highlighted the relevance and usefulness of the topic.

Conclusion:
The expert talk enriched students’ understanding of automation using Arduino and motivated them to explore innovative project ideas. The department plans to organize more such technical sessions in the future to bridge the gap between academics and practical applications.