Three-Day Workshop on Drone Technology

Published on: September 5, 2024

A three-day workshop on Drone Technology was conducted from 3rd to 5th September 2024 at the Himalayan School of Science and Technology (HSST), Swami Rama Himalayan University. The workshop commenced with a ceremonial lamp lighting attended by experts Mr. Ashish Mishra (Founder, EXCAIN LLP, Dehradun), Mr. Amit Rai (IIT BHU), Mr. Anant Pandey (IIT BHU), Mr. Sunny Patel (Drone Pilot), Dr. Pramod Kumar, Principal, HSST, and faculty members. The event was attended by 112 participants.

The workshop was designed to equip students with the essential skills to utilize the new Drone Lab effectively. The sessions covered the significance of drone technology across various industries, the history and evolution of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), and the different types and applications of drones. Participants gained a thorough understanding of drone components and engaged in hands-on assembly of basic drones. Emphasis was placed on safety protocols and relevant aviation regulations to ensure responsible and legal operation.

On the second day, students learned about GPS and autonomous flight modes, drone programming using platforms such as ArduPilot and DJI SDK, and optimized drone cameras for academic projects. They conducted a hands-on mapping exercise within the campus and planned simulated real-world drone missions in teams.

The third day focused on drone applications in agriculture, construction, and environmental monitoring. Experts shared insights on real-world challenges in these sectors. The workshop concluded with a final drone show where teams demonstrated their designed drones.

The workshop successfully provided students with foundational and practical knowledge of drone technology, enabling them to operate drones responsibly and make the most of the newly established Drone Lab.

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International Endowed Chair Professor

Prof Rakesh Kumar

Prof Rakesh Kumar is the Founder and President of the Breast Cancer in Young Women Foundation (USA), dedicated to vaddressing the distinct issues affecting young women with breast cancer. He also serves as the International Endowed Chair Professor at the Cancer Research Institute of the Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences. Additionally, he holds adjunct professorships at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and Virginia Commonwealth University.

Dr Kumar earned his Ph.D. from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in 1984 and began his research career at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in January 1986. From 1988 to 2017, he held various academic and leadership positions —including faculty member, tenured professor, distinguished professor, endowed chair, department chair, and research leader—at esteemed institutions such as Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York and the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. From 2017 to 2022, he served as the National Chair for Cancer Research for the Government of India and as a distinguished professor, continuing his innovative work in breast cancer research.

With nearly 40 years of research and professional experience, Dr. Kumar has made conceptual contributions to the field of cancer research (h-index 108, citations >50,000). He has authored over 325 peer-reviewed publications, edited or co-edited nine books, and delivered 290 invited lectures worldwide. His work has been featured on the covers of 18 major cancer journals and has been highlighted in institutional research reports of the MD Anderson Cancer Center.

A passionate educator and mentor, Dr. Kumar has guided 67 trainees throughout his career. He serves on the editorial boards of multiple leading cancer journals and has served on the editorial boards of 21 top cancer journals. His global reputation is further demonstrated by his participation in about 100 peer-review panels for cancer research funding in the US and internationally over the past 28 years.

Dr. Kumar's innovative research has earned him numerous prestigious honors, including the Hinkle Society Faculty Award at Penn State University (1994), the Dalla/Fort Worth Living Legend Faculty Achievement Award in Basic Sciences (2004), the Ranbaxy Research Award (2006), and the Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Association of Indian Scientists in Cancer Research (2013), among others. Dr. Kumar's pioneering research continues to have a profound influence on the fields of oncology and breast cancer, opening up new opportunities for biomedical scientists and trainees worldwide.