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విజ్ఞాన శాస్త్ర సాంకేతిక పరిశోధనా సంస్థ / विज्ञान शास्त्र प्रौद्योगिकी और परिशोधन संगठन
Cultivation of Tomato under IoT system at VIAT farm
Tomato cultivation using IoT-enabled moisture-based drip irrigation systems provides students with practical exposure to modern precision agriculture and smart farming technologies. In this system, soil moisture sensors are installed in the field to continuously monitor soil water levels and transmit real-time data to a controller or cloud platform. When the soil moisture falls below the required threshold, the system automatically activates the drip irrigation network, and irrigation stops once the desired moisture level is reached. This automated irrigation scheduling ensures that tomato plants receive the required amount of water at the right time, preventing both water stress and excessive irrigation.
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Thrust Areas
Communication and Signal Processing
5G/6G Communications, RIS, Signal Processing, 5G-Spectrum Sensing, Optical Communications.
RF and Microwave
RF and Microwave Active and Passive devices Microstrip patch antennas, millimeter antennas, fractal antennas, Real-time systems.
VLSI
Analog and Digital Circuits & Systems, ultra low voltage and low power designs Nano sensor Materials preparation for various applications.
Cyber Physical Systems
Wired and wireless networks of Various technologies, sensor networks, Cognitive Radio Networks, Internet of Things (IoT), Embedded Networking.
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Center of Excellence

Explore and Exploit the thrust areas in research

An indicator of academic excellence of University is the research output of its faculty with funding from agencies and through collaboration with industry and support from various faculty in a conductive environment.

  • 28 International Patents granted in last 5 years.
  • Faculty have completed consultancy and sponsored research projects worth around Rs.23 crores.
  • Faculty have published more than 4000 research papers in the last 5 years
  • Established 4 Centers of Excellence and 15 Research Centers worth of 30 crores for advanced research
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Centre of Excellence
Advanced RF, Mircowave and Wireless Communications
(ARMWC)


VFSTR is one of the pioneering institutes near the capital region of newly formed Andhra Pradesh and the department of Electronics and Communication Engineering has made its own reputation in this region for its strong academics and research. By keeping its lead in the region, VFSTR has established a Centre of Excellence in Advanced Microwaves, RF and Wireless Communications with of World Class infrastructure for the researchers of this region in the year 2017. The CoE has been established with 12 Crore rupee investment as a joint collaboration between VFSTR and Keysight Sight Technologies, USA.

Overview
03
No.of Consultancy Projects
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81
No.of PhD Scholars
301
Conferences
34
No.of PhD Awarded
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668
Journals
72+
Book Chapters
1041+
Total Publications
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Clusters
Communication Signal Processing
Name: Dr . Ravi Sekhar
Specialization: 5G/6G Communication Signals
RF and Microwave
Name: Dr. P. Sambaiah
Specialization: RF Components
VLSI
Name: Dr.Sarada
Specialization: VLSI Analog design
Cyber Physical Systems (Embedded Systems)Wireless Sensor Networks and Networking Protocols
Name: Dr.B. Seeta Ramanjaneyulu
Specialization: Networking protocols
AI and ML
Name: Dr. N .Usha Rani
Specialization: Machine vision
Faculty Appreciations
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Dr. P.J. Reginald
He has invited as the Chief guest and resource person at Project Expo at Narasaraopet Engineering college.
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Dr. P. Sambaiah
He felicitated for delivering guest lecture on “Microwave filters, filtennas, rectennas, and the existing research gaps in these areas”, at VIIT Visakhapatnam on 2nd December 2024.
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Dr. G.S.R. Satyanarayana
He felicitated for delivering guest lecture on “Intelligent transportation and its related fields”, at VIIT Visakhapatnam on 2nd December 2024.
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Mr. Naba K. Sabat
He received Certificate of Participation for attending 8 days Faculty Orientation Programme (FOP-1) organized by the AFD, at VFSTR Guntur (13-06-2024 to 22-06-2024).
Student Publications

Student Journals
16
No. of Student Journals
ECE department
Conferences
38
No. of Conferences
ECE department
Total
54
Total No. of Publications
ECE department
MoUs
23rd January 25
Veda IIT, Hyderabad
ECE Department
23rd January 25
IIEST, Shibpur, West Bengal
ECE Department
23rd January 25
Ananth Technologies, Hyderabad
ECE Department

What People Say

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During my time at Vignan University, I had the privilege of utilizing the state-of-the-art Microwave Laboratory and the Center of Excellence (CoE-RF) in Antenna Design. These resources were pivotal in shaping my understanding of complex microwave and antenna technologies. The hands-on experience I gained, along with the guidance from faculty, played a significant role in my journey towards becoming a Research Scientist at SAMEER, MIETY, Govt. of India. The well-equipped labs helped me build a strong foundation in areas like high-power antenna design, microwave tube testing, and integration. My work on radar modules for the Indian Army and Air Force during my tenure as a Junior Research Fellow at LRDE, DRDO was greatly influenced by this practical experience. Additionally, I had the opportunity to work with advanced tools such as Optiwave and Lumerical software to design photonics circuits, which culminated in publishing an IEEE paper on 'Photonics Integrated Circuits' in 2024.

Syed Momina Sultana
Alumni
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As a faculty member in the VLSI domain, I am fortunate to work in a research environment that provides access to cutting-edge facilities, which play a pivotal role in driving innovation and producing impactful research outcomes in the department of ECE. The VLSI design research centre facilities, with a collaborative atmosphere, enhancing the quality of both faculty and student research significantly. The availability of advanced design tools such as Cadence, Synopsys, and Siemens with support of the C2S scheme, MeitY has been a major enabler of high-quality research in the VLSI design research centre. These tools allow us to perform in-depth design, simulation, and verification of complex VLSI circuits. The availability of FPGA boards and real-time testing platforms further enhances the practical implementation of research ideas, enabling the transition from theoretical models to hardware prototypes.

Prof. Sarada M
Faculty
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As a research scholar currently pursuing my PhD at Vignan University, I am focused on the Design and Implementation of Digital Model of the Relay Interlocking Systems in the VLSI domain. Having completed my M. Tech at the same institution, I have developed a strong foundation in my field, which has been further enriched by the guidance of my supervisor, Dr. N. Usha Rani. Her expertise and support have been instrumental in shaping my research direction and enhancing my analytical skills. I am grateful for the resources and collaborative environment at Vignan University, which have provided me with numerous opportunities to expand my knowledge and contribute meaningfully to the field of VLSI. I look forward to making significant advancements through my research and continuing to grow academically and professionally.

Ch.V.S. Raghuveera Kumar
PHD Scholar

What People Say

Testimonial author Kunita Rao

During my time at Vignan University, I had the privilege of utilizing the state-of-the-art Microwave Laboratory and the Center of Excellence (CoE-RF) in Antenna Design. These resources were pivotal in shaping my understanding of complex microwave and antenna technologies. The hands-on experience I gained, along with the guidance from faculty, played a significant role in my journey towards becoming a Research Scientist at SAMEER, MIETY, Govt. of India. The well-equipped labs helped me build a strong foundation in areas like high-power antenna design, microwave tube testing, and integration. My work on radar modules for the Indian Army and Air Force during my tenure as a Junior Research Fellow at LRDE, DRDO was greatly influenced by this practical experience. Additionally, I had the opportunity to work with advanced tools such as Optiwave and Lumerical software to design photonics circuits, which culminated in publishing an IEEE paper on 'Photonics Integrated Circuits' in 2024.

Syed Momina Sultana

Testimonial author Kunita Rao

As a faculty member in the VLSI domain, I am fortunate to work in a research environment that provides access to cutting-edge facilities, which play a pivotal role in driving innovation and producing impactful research outcomes in the department of ECE. The VLSI design research centre facilities, with a collaborative atmosphere, enhancing the quality of both faculty and student research significantly. The availability of advanced design tools such as Cadence, Synopsys, and Siemens with support of the C2S scheme, MeitY has been a major enabler of high-quality research in the VLSI design research centre. These tools allow us to perform in-depth design, simulation, and verification of complex VLSI circuits. The availability of FPGA boards and real-time testing platforms further enhances the practical implementation of research ideas, enabling the transition from theoretical models to hardware prototypes.

Prof. Sarada M

Testimonial author Kunita Rao

As a research scholar currently pursuing my PhD at Vignan University, I am focused on the Design and Implementation of Digital Model of the Relay Interlocking Systems in the VLSI domain. Having completed my M. Tech at the same institution, I have developed a strong foundation in my field, which has been further enriched by the guidance of my supervisor, Dr. N. Usha Rani. Her expertise and support have been instrumental in shaping my research direction and enhancing my analytical skills. I am grateful for the resources and collaborative environment at Vignan University, which have provided me with numerous opportunities to expand my knowledge and contribute meaningfully to the field of VLSI. I look forward to making significant advancements through my research and continuing to grow academically and professionally.

Ch.V.S. Raghuveera Kumar

Frequently Asked Questions
M.E/M.Tech or its equivalent with a minimum of 60% aggregate.
Candidate with an M Sc/B.E or an equivalent with a minimum of 60% will also be considered for provisional admission to the Ph D programme.
Minimum Two publications in peer reviewed journal and two Conference is expected to consist your PhD thesis chapters.
• Communication Signal Processing
• RF & Microwave
• VLSI Design
• Cyber Physical Systems (Embedded Systems & IoT)
• Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
In 2020 and 2023, B. Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering Program was accredited by the National Board Accreditation (NBA). In 2022, Vignan's Foundation for Science, Technology and Research (VFSTR) was accredited by NAAC and awarded with 'A+' grade. In 2024 B.Tech ECE was accredited by ABET-Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC).
Yes, you can work on a research project with a faculty member from another department; however, you must have an ECE faculty member act as a supervisor on the project to confirm that the research is relevant to your ECE degree.
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