About C1973 Powertrain Lab

The C1973 EV Powertrain Lab at IIT Bombay, established through the support of the Class of 1973 B.Tech. batch, is focused on advancing electric mobility in India. The lab develops indigenous technologies for light commercial electric vehicles, a key segment in the country’s growing EV market. It specializes in critical systems like electric motors, motor controllers, and battery management systems. With advanced equipment including CNC milling machines and active dynamometers, the lab enables precise prototyping and rigorous testing of EV powertrain components.

By working closely with industry through the I-APP (Industry-Academia Partnership Program), the lab supports the transfer of research to practical applications. It also offers interdisciplinary education programs to prepare skilled professionals for the EV sector. Through this blend of innovation, collaboration, and training, the lab contributes to India’s goal of self-reliance in EV technology and strengthens its position in the global small EV landscape.

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Vision

  • Become one of the leading R&D laboratories globally for EV Powertrains for small vehicles
  • Be the preferred source of R&D for firms in India to enable innovation and global technology competitiveness
  • Play an important role in manpower training through internal and professional programs
  • Lead research in next-generation technologies to leapfrog the current state-of-the-art: Inverter: Use of wide band-gap power devices and integration into vehicle power electronics Motor: Design new topologies and their manufacturing methods for electric motors to reduce size, optimize cooling, reduce reliance on rare earth metals, and increase power density Battery System: Develop battery models and advanced BMS for next-generation energy storage technologies

Goal

Battery System

Develop battery models and advanced BMS for next-generation energy storage technologies

Advanced Motor System

Design new topologies and their manufacturing methods for electric motors to reduce size, optimize cooling, reduce reliance on rare earth metals, and increase power density

Inverters

Lead research in next-generation technologies to leapfrog the current state-of-the-art Inverter. Use of wide band-gap power devices and integration into vehicle power electronics

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Legacy in Motion:

Class of 1973 Establishes the C1973 EV Powertrain Lab

IIT Bombay, a beacon of technological excellence, marked a historic moment on February 8, 2024, with the grand inauguration of the C1973 Electric Vehicle Powertrain Laboratory. This visionary initiative, made possible through the generous contributions of the illustrious Class of 1973, amplifies the Institute’s commitment to spearheading India’s self-reliance in Electric Vehicle (EV) manufacturing.

The inauguration of the Lab was a fitting occasion for the Institute to showcase its dedication to pioneering advancements in technology and sustainability. Distinguished guests from industry and academia converged to witness the unveiling of this cutting-edge facility that promises to redefine the landscape of EV research and innovation at IIT Bombay.