| Title of the event | DRONE APPLICATIONS AND ITS TRANSFORMATION IN INDUSTRIES |
| Category | Seminar |
| Mode of conduction | Offline |
| Date and time | 17-02-2026 and 12.00 p.m. to 2.00 p.m. |
| Venue/ Meeting link | Gallery Hall – III |
| Content Delivered | Detailed explanation of drone mechanisms and their industrial applications, Emerging job opportunities in drone technology, Career opportunities and industry insights provided by Aero 360. |
| Convenor | Dr. T. Mothilal,Head of the Department |
| Coordinators | Dr. P. Loganathan, Assistant Professor / MECHDr. T. Elangovan, Assistant Professor / MECH |
Resource Person:
The Chief Guest for the event, Mr. Maharish Ramamoorthy, serves as Assistant Vice President – Business Development, Relationship and Operations. He is a dynamic Go-To-Market strategist, technology researcher, and drone technology enthusiast with extensive techno-managerial experience.
He plays a significant role in helping organizations adopt emerging technologies, particularly UAV and drone solutions, for real-time project monitoring and accelerated digital transformation across various sectors such as power, mining, infrastructure, government, agriculture, oil and gas, smart cities, and GIS.
With strong expertise in business strategy, key account management, product development, and enterprise operations, along with excellent leadership and analytical skills, he continues to drive innovation and sustainable growth across industries.
Objectives:
To provide fundamental knowledge on drone technology, mechanisms, and their industrial applications.
To create awareness about emerging trends and advancements in UAV and drone solutions.
To expose students to career and job opportunities in the drone industry.
To enhance understanding of real-time industrial applications such as monitoring, infrastructure, and smart systems.
To motivate students towards innovation, research, and entrepreneurship in drone technology.
Event outcomes:
Participants gained clear understanding of drone working principles and industrial uses.
Students learned about emerging job roles and career opportunities in the drone sector.
Participants received valuable industry insights from Maharish Ramamoorthy, Assistant Vice President – Business Development, Dronix Technologies Pvt. Ltd..
The session enhanced students’ awareness of technological advancements and digital transformation using drones.
The seminar inspired participants to explore innovation and skill development in drone-related fields.
Conclusion:
The seminar on Drone Applications & Its Transformation in Industries, organized by the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Drone Club at SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Ramapuram, successfully provided valuable knowledge on drone technology and its industrial impact. The session offered practical exposure, industry insights, and career guidance, motivating students to pursue innovation and future opportunities in the rapidly growing drone sector.
