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Zuppa Geo Navigation Technologies, a leading innovator in indigenous navigation and UAV solutions, has partnered with the Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru, to create a Drone Centre of Excellence (CoE) at the Department of Mechanical Engineering. This association aims to position India at the forefront of next-gen drone technologies, nurturing trailblazing innovations in aerial systems, autonomous platforms and cyber-physical integration.
The newly established Drone CoE will act as a premier hub for cutting-edge research, design and testing of UAV systems. By combining Zuppa’s robust cyber-physical technology stack with IISc’s globally recognised expertise in aerodynamics, robotics, controls, and systems engineering, the CoE will accelerate the exploration and expansion of indigenous drone technologies tailored to various applications spanning defence, agriculture, logistics, disaster management and smart cities.
Speaking about this tactical initiative, Sai Pattabiram, Founder & MD of Zuppa Geo Navigation Technologies, said, "At Zuppa, our mission has always been to spearhead indigenous innovation in UAV and navigation systems. The establishment of this Centre of Excellence at IISc signifies a milestone in our journey, as it brings together academic excellence with industry-driven technological leadership. Together, we envision creating top-notch solutions that will not only transform drone innovation in India but also set global benchmarks."
A senior representative from the Department of Mechanical Engineering, IISc Bengaluru, added, "By creating this CoE in collaboration with Zuppa, we aim to advance trailblazing drone research that integrates deep scientific insights with practical industry applications. This partnership will produce a strong foundation for fostering innovations in drone design, autonomy and performance."
With the Drone CoE, Zuppa and IISc are charting a roadmap to strengthen India’s self-sufficiency in UAV technologies and to foster a new generation of researchers and engineers, which will propel India’s drone ecosystem to the next level.
Zuppa Geo Navigation Technologies is an Indian technology company specializing in indigenous navigation systems, UAVs and cyber-physical platforms. With a robust focus on innovation, self-reliance and scalable applications, Zuppa develops cutting-edge navigation and drone solutions that address critical challenges across defence, agriculture, logistics, disaster response and smart infrastructure.
Source: VARINDIA
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