Activities
Weather Station Demonstration for Civil Engineering Students
Engr. Saleem Memon and Engr. Muhammad Khalid conducted a demonstration of the Weather Station Project for MUET Civil Engineering students (Batch 2023), highlighting real-time data collection and sensor accuracy.
ACTIVE Project Review Meeting Hosted at MUET
Mehran University of Engineering and Technology (MUET), Jamshoro hosted the ACTIVE Project review meeting from 28–30 December 2025, bringing together partner institutions including Universidad de Málaga, SSUET, BUITEMS, and NUTECH.
NCRA Leadership Visit to NCRA-CMS Lab on Independence Day
NCRA leadership, including Prof. Dr. Shoab Khan and Dr. Umar Shahbaz Khan, visited NCRA-CMS Lab MUET on 14 August 2022 to guide and motivate researchers toward product commercialization.
Research Work & Future Event Planning Meeting
A meeting was held on 08 April 2021 regarding ongoing research work and future event participations led by Prof. Dr. Bhawani Shankar Chowdhry sb at NCRA-CMS MUET.
Proto21 LLC CEO Visit to NCRA-CMS
Proto21 LLC CEO Mr. Pir Arkam visited NCRA-CMS MUET on 22 February 2021 and was briefed by Prof. Dr. Faisal Kareem Shaikh and Engr. Ali Akbar Shah on railway condition monitoring developments.
MUET Industrial Board Visit & Discussion
MUET Industrial Board Members discussed railway-oriented product development with NCRA-CMS lab researchers on 26 December 2020 (08 participants).
Team Progress Review Meeting
Progress review meeting chaired by Dr. Imtiaz Sb and Dr. BS Chowdhry on 05 March 2020 at NCRA-CMS MUET with 05 team members.
Progress Discussion Meeting of NCRA-CMS LAB
A meeting was conducted on 15 February 2020 by NCRA-CMS Lab MUET to discuss the progress of the NCRA-CMS LAB with team members. A total of 07 NCRAAI-CMS participants attended the session.
2nd Position Secured at 13th IEEEP Fair STEP '24
On 15 September 2024, the team secured 2nd place at the STEP '24 competition during the 13th IEEEP Fair for their project "AI Train Scan Tool for Logistically Efficiency," mentored by Prof. Bhawani Shankar Chowdhry.
K-Electric Industrial Team Visit to NCRA-CMS
On 14 December 2022, an industrial team from K-Electric, led by Engr. Rizwan Ahmed Ansari, visited the NCRA-CMS and Energy group at the IIT Building.
NCRA-LUMS Team Visit to NCRA-CMS MUET Lab
On 27 November 2022, a team from NCRA-LUMS, led by Prof. Dr. Abu Baker alongside Dr. Murtaza Taj and researchers, visited NCRA-CMS MUET Lab to discuss ongoing research projects.
FFC Energy Head Visit to NCRA CMS Lab
On 18 March 2022, Engr. Assadullah Qureshi (Head of Plant, FFC Energy, Jhimpir, Thatta) visited NCRA CMS Lab at MUET, Jamshoro.
Mr. Azhar Rizvi Visit to NCRA-CMS Lab
On 07 May 2021, Mr. Azhar Rizvi visited the NCRA-CMS Lab at MUET to discuss maximizing research potential toward commercialization and product development for industry.
Workshop on Writing a Successful Proposal Funding
On 18 April 2021, NCRA-CMS in collaboration with Cambridge Advises organized a workshop on writing successful funding proposals for research commercialization and socio-economic development.
NCRA CMS Meeting with Pakistan Railways Kotri Junction Officials
On 24 March 2021, NCRA CMS lab officials met with Pakistan Railways Kotri Junction officials to discuss the testing of newly developed Railway Condition Monitoring Instrumentation.
NCRA-NED Team Visit to Condition Monitoring Lab MUET
On 08 March 2021, the NCRA-NED team visited the Condition Monitoring Lab at MUET, where they were welcomed by senior faculty and briefed on developed devices during a lab tour.
NCRA HHR - NED Visit to Auxiliary Track at MUET
On 08 March 2021, the NCRA HHR - NED team visited Pakistan's first Auxiliary Track at MUET Jamshoro, developed in collaboration with Pakistan Railways.
Webinar on 3D Printing Trends and Proto21 Success Story
On 09 February 2021, NCRA-CMS and Proto21 organized a Technopreneurship Series webinar covering emerging trends in 3D printing and the success story of Proto21.
Development of Drowsiness Detection Algorithm (DD-r1)
On 10 December 2020, NCRA-CMS presented progress on developing a Drowsiness Detection Algorithm (DD-r1) to monitor rail drivers' attention using image processing techniques.
SMEDA Workshop on Startup Challenges at MUET
On 26 November 2020, SMEDA in collaboration with ORIC MUET and NCRA-CMS organized a workshop on "Startup Challenges: How to Start & Manage Your Business" for lab researchers and entrepreneurs.
OpenCV-Python Market Applications Workshop
On 05 July 2020, NCRA-CMS hosted a workshop on building market applications using OpenCV-Python, led by speaker Pardeep Kumar.
Webinar on Condition Monitoring Applications
On 02 June 2020, Dr. Bhawani Shankar Chowdhry delivered an interactive webinar on the applications of condition monitoring and smart instrumentation for railway track fault identification.
NCRA CMS Progress Session
On 25 December 2019, Dr. Tayab and Dr. Imtiaz conducted a progress session reviewing recent developments with NCRA CMS Lab team members.
Python Programming Workshop at NCRA-CMS MUET
On 20 June 2019, NCRA-CMS MUET, in collaboration with IEEE-IES, organized a three-day workshop on Python Programming with 12 NCRAAI-CMS participants.
Research Progress Seminar
On 19 June 2019, a Research Progress Seminar was organized under the Director PIICT, featuring postgraduate final seminars.
NCRA CMS Lab International Delegation to Bulgaria
A research team led by Prof. Dr. Bhawani Shankar Chowdhry and Prof. Dr. Tanweer Hussain visited Technical University of Sofia, University of Sofia, and Sofia Tech Park in Bulgaria to participate in the IEEE Black Sea Conference.
Dawood UET Students Visit NCRA CMS Lab
A team of final-year undergraduate students from Dawood UET visited the NCRA CMS Lab at MUET, where they were briefed on ongoing research and lab activities by lab faculty, engineers, and researchers.
Visit to Railway Maintenance Workshop
NCRA-CMS team visited the Pakistan Railways Carriage and Wagon Maintenance Workshop in Hyderabad on 24 May 2025 to observe freight coach inspection and maintenance practices.
5 Days Cross-lab Activity Workshop on Condition Monitoring Systems
NCRA-CMS MUET, along with IEEE IMS MUET and partners, held a 5-day workshop on "Condition Monitoring Systems" from 12-16 July 2021. The event hosted 50 participants and over 20 expert speakers.
Live Streaming of Five Days Cross-Lab Workshop
NCRA Condition Monitoring Systems Lab organized the live streaming of a five-day cross-lab workshop from 12 to 16 July 2021. The event featured live speaker presentations, shield distribution ceremonies, and active participant engagement.
Day 1 of the 5 Days Cross Lab Annual Workshop
NCRA-CMS hosted the opening day of the 5 Days Cross Lab Annual Workshop held from 12 to 16 July 2021. The session featured keynote speeches from stage presenters and active participation from attending faculty and guests.
Mehran University in Annual Crosslab 1st Day
Mehran University hosted the first day of the Annual Crosslab event held from 12 to 16 July 2021. Highlights included group photo sessions with attendees, executive presentations, and traditional souvenir distributions on stage.
Day 2 of Cross Lab Annual Workshop
NCRA-CMS hosted the second day of the Cross Lab Annual Workshop held from 12 to 16 July 2021. The day featured presentations by guest speakers, interactive discussions, and active participation from attendees.
Glimpses of the Workshop on Condition Monitoring System Day-2
NCRA Condition Monitoring Systems Lab shared highlights from the second day of the workshop held from 12 to 16 July 2021. The activities included guest presentations, traditional Ajrak honorings, and interactive networking sessions among attendees.
Launching of TF Tracker at 5 Days Annual Cross Lab Workshop
On Day 3 of the workshop (12–16 July 2021), MUET leadership and Pakistan Railways officials launched the "TF Tracker." Developed by lab leaders, this device uses sensors and GPS to detect and display railway track damages via a mobile app.
Pakistan Railways Officials Visit Auxiliary Railway Track
On Day 3 of the workshop (14/07/2021), a delegation from Pakistan Railways visited the Auxiliary Railway Track in the main central library. NCRA team leaders briefed the officials on how this track aids in developing indigenous tools to prevent railway accidents.
Glimpses of the Workshop on Condition Monitoring Systems Day-4
NCRA-CMS highlights the key moments from Day 4 of the workshop held from 12 to 16 July 2021. The session included expert presentations, stage group photos, and active engagement from the audience.
NCRA IMAL - ITU Visit
On 01 March 2021, members visited the NCRA IMAL lab at ITU (Information Technology University) to review ongoing technical projects and prototype demonstrations.
NCRA CMS Lab Showcase at Hyderabad IT Event
On 26 February 2021, NCRA CMS Lab scheduled a meetup with Minister of IT and Telecom Syed Ameen ul Haq, MNA Sabir Qaimkhani, and key IT leaders during a HISHA and PSEB event in Hyderabad to showcase their developed products and prototypes.
NCRA-MUET Team Visit to NCRA-NEDUET Lab
Prof. Dr. Bhawani Shankar and Prof. Dr. Tanweer Hussain led the NCRA-MUET team on a visit to NCRA-NEDUET on 02 February 2021 to enhance research collaboration.
Industry Experts Visit to NCRA-CMS Lab
Industry experts Tahir Mahmood Chaudhry and Engr. Irfan Ahmed visited NCRA-CMS Lab on 27 December 2020 to review railway condition monitoring prototypes.
PR Officials Visit to NCRA CMS Lab
Pakistan Railways officials visited the NCRA CMS Lab on 09 December 2020 to discuss local innovations and review the state-of-the-art prototype.
Workshop Vibration Analysis
NCRA-CMS MUET organized a training workshop on "Vibration Analysis" on November 24, 2020. The session focused on practical insights and specialized technical knowledge for the participating members.
NCRA CMS Prototype Showcase at OIC Conference
NCRA CMS Lab displayed its prototype via a poster presentation at the international OIC Conference at COMSATS, Islamabad on 05 August 2020.
Progress Review Visit by Dr. Riazuddin
NCRA CMS Lab PI, Dr. Riazuddin, visited the facility on 24 January 2020 to review team progress and ongoing work.
NCRA CMS Team Presentation at NUST EME
NCRA CMS Lab team presented their work at NUST EME Campus, Rawalpindi on 12 November 2019.
FPGA Workshop Attendance at PAF-KIET
NCRA CMS Lab members attended a workshop on FPGA at PAF-KIET, Karachi on 12 November 2019.
Catch_VR Internship Program – Phase 01
NCRAAI & MUET organized Phase 01 of the Catch_VR Internship Program on 15 June 2026. Led by Walhar Gohar and focal person Prof. Dr. Shahnawaz Talpur, the program provided hands-on training in AR/VR/XR and Unreal Engine.
Interactive Session on Digital Twin Technology
Mehran UET students attended a session on Digital Twin technology led by Halar Azad Mangi on 21 February 2026. The talk covered virtual simulations and data-driven engineering.
Impact Assessment Committee Visits NCRA MUET
The Impact Evaluation Committee of Sindh HEC visited NCRA MUET on 05 June 2025. Prof. Dr. Bhawani Shankar Chowdhry welcomed the delegation and briefed them on research innovations and collaborative higher education projects.
NCRA-CMS Team Visits Pakistan Railways Maintenance Workshop
NCRA-CMS MUET team visited the Pakistan Railways Maintenance Workshop in Hyderabad on 08 June 2024. The visit focused on studying maintenance procedures and fault detection techniques for freight train coaches.
Visit of GOC Hyderabad Major General Dilawar Khan to NCRA-CMS MUET
GOC Hyderabad Major General Dilawar Khan visited NCRA-CMS at MUET, engaging with 80 participants. He was briefed on indigenous railway innovations, appreciated the lab's efforts, and discussed flood relief and technological progress.
Opening Ceremony of Workshop on Immersive Haptics & Telerobotics
NCRA-HHR CMS (NED/MUET) organized the opening ceremony on 10 June 2022 with 30 participants, presided over by VC Dr. Sarosh Hashmat Lodi. Keynote speakers delivered talks on robotics and healthcare innovation, followed by networking discussions.
NCRA-CMS MUET Delegation Visit to KUTC
Delegates from NCRA-CMS MUET visited the Karachi Urban Transport Corporation (KUTC) on 14 May 2022 to discuss technical collaboration for the Karachi Circular Railway project.
Session on Global Rail Projects Involvement
NCRA-CMS MUET and ICSF Riyadh organized a joint session on “How to get involved in global rail projects” on 07 January 2022.
NCRA CMS Participation in Thar Festival Mithi
Engr. Ali Akbar Shah and Engr. Dileep Kumar represented NCRA CMS at the Thar Festival from 19–21 March 2021, showcasing innovative products and prototypes to visitors.
Construction of Auxiliary Railway Track at MUET
NCRA-CMS began constructing Pakistan’s first Auxiliary Railway Track on 05 March 2021 in partnership with Pakistan Railways to support railway instrumentation testing.
Meeting with Pakistan Railways Divisional Superintendent Karachi
Prof. Dr. Bhawani Shankar Chowdhry met with Pakistan Railways Divisional Superintendent Engr. Arshad Salam Khattak on 22 October 2020 to strengthen institutional ties and present mementos for supporting NCRA-CMS field visits.
NCRA CMS Team Visit to Kotri Junction
NCRA CMS Lab team visited Kotri Junction on 24 December 2019 and held a discussion with the Assistant Executive Engineer-Civil.
Railway Track Fault Diagnosis Testing at Jamshoro Station
Under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Tanweer Hussain, researchers conducted track fault diagnosis testing at Jamshoro station to collect data for training AI models.
Tree plantation activity on the occasion of World Earth Day
ACTIVE Climate Action, in collaboration with the Condition Monitoring Lab NCRA MUET and QS impACT Pakistan, recently organized a tree plantation activity on the occasion of World Earth Day 2024 at Mehran University of Engineering and Technology, Jamshoro
Iftar Dinner at Dar-ul-Atfal Orphan House
NCRAAI MUET in collaboration with QS ImpACT Pakistan, successfully organized a delicious Iftar Dinner at Dar-ul-Atfal Orphan House in Hyderabad. They graciously served Iftar meal to 25 orphaned children and 5 esteemed staff members.
NCRAAI Celebrated World United Nations Day
NCRAAI, MUET in collaboration with ACTIVE Project and QS impACT Pakistan celebrated World United Nations Day at Mehran University of Engineering and Technology
Workshop: Microcontroller, Sensors & Actuators
Mechatronics Society of Robotics and Automation (MSRA) Mehran University of Engineering and Technology Collaborated with ACTIVEClimateAction and QS Impact Pakistan
Weather Station Project Demonstration
The National Center for Robotics, Automation and Artificial Intelligence (NCRAAI), MUET Jamshoro, organized a Weather Station Project Demonstration for Civil Engineering students, introducing them to advanced sensors, data collection, and applications of weather monitoring systems in engineering and environmental sustainability. The session provided practical insights into emerging technologies and innovative solutions.
Sindh Innovative Startups Exhibition 2025
The National Center for Robotics, Automation and Artificial Intelligence (NCRAAI) and ORIC, MUET Jamshoro, participated in the Sindh Innovative Startups Exhibition 2025, showcasing AI-based systems, smart technologies, and innovative research solutions while promoting robotics, entrepreneurship, and technology-driven innovation.
ASEAN Pakistan Technology Expo 2025 (APTEx ’25)
The National Center for Robotics, Automation and Artificial Intelligence (NCRAAI), MUET Jamshoro, participated in APTEx ’25, showcasing innovative research and projects in robotics, AI, automation, and smart technologies while promoting collaboration among academia, industry, and international partners.
Climate Change Nexus Symposium 2025
The Climate Change Nexus Symposium 2025, organized by NCRAAI, MUET, ACTIVE, CAN 1.5, and official partners, brought together experts, researchers, policymakers, and students to promote collaboration and knowledge sharing on climate action, sustainability, and innovative solutions for a resilient future.
Erasmus Days Celebration
Erasmus Days were celebrated at Mehran University of Engineering and Technology (MUET), Jamshoro, highlighting international collaboration, academic excellence, and cultural exchange through the Erasmus+ Programme.
1.5C Global Environmental Conference
On World Environment Day, June 5th, Team ACTIVE Climate Action, in collaboration with C.A.N 1.5 and National Center for Robotics, Automation and Artificial Intelligence (NCRAAI) MUET organized the 1.5 Global Environmental Conference at USPCAS-W Auditorium, MUET.
MUET at 3rd International Conference on Information Science & Communication Technology 2025
Engr. Muhammed Zakir Shaikh (Director, NCRAAI, MUET), Dr. Enrique Nava Baro (Coordinator, ACTIVE Project), and Muhammad Khalid (Research Associate, NCRA-CMS Lab, MUET) represented Mehran University of Engineering & Technology at the 3rd ICISCT 2025, sharing research, innovations, and solutions in Information Science and Communication Technology while fostering collaboration among researchers and academics.
One-Day Workshop on AR/VR Technologies
The Erasmus+ CATCH-VR Project, in collaboration with the Department of Electronic Engineering, MUET, organized a workshop on AR/VR Technologies and Digital Twins, highlighting their latest applications in education, research, and industry.
NCRA-CMS Visit to Alsons Industries
NCRA Condition Monitoring Systems lab researchers visited Alsons Industries on 12 February 2021 to explore technological advancements in the automobile and medical science sectors.
Three-Day Workshop on Microcontrollers, Sensors, and Actuators
QS ImpACT Pakistan, in collaboration with the Mechatronics Society of Robotics and Automation (MSRA), organized a three-day workshop on Microcontrollers, Sensors, and Actuators, providing hands-on training in embedded systems, automation, and robotics.
IoT and Startup Culture Workshop
QS ImpACT Pakistan, in collaboration with ACTIVE Climate Action and PRIDE of MUET, organized the IoT and Startup Culture Workshop, promoting innovation, entrepreneurship, and the practical applications of IoT technologies.
Awareness Session on AI, AR & VR for Immersive Learning
Hayat School Hyderabad, in collaboration with the CATCH-VR Project, organized an Awareness Session on AI, AR & VR for Immersive Learning, highlighting the role of emerging technologies in modern education, followed by a certificate distribution ceremony.
NCRA CMS Lab Goes Global
The Condition Monitoring Systems Lab has represented its research and project outcomes on international platforms, including talks, presentations, and global outreach events conducted in California (USA), Uzbekistan, Thailand, and Nepal.
Industrial & Professional Training Workshops
As part of the lab’s capacity-building initiatives, over 200/211 professionals and postgraduate students have been successfully trained through specialized workshops and technical training sessions.
Meetings with Industrial Stakeholders
The lab actively engages in key industrial linkages and field meetings, such as hosting visits from the Divisional Engineer of Pakistan Railways, to align research solutions with practical railway challenges.
One Day Workshop on Kalman Filter and its Applications
A hands-on technical workshop focused on the implementation of Kalman filtering algorithms for noise reduction, state estimation, and sensor data processing in condition monitoring systems.
Workshop on LaTeX Software for Academic Writing
A practical training session organized for lab members, students, and researchers to enhance their technical document formatting, research paper writing, and documentation skills using LaTeX.
1.5 CPD Workshop on Vibration Analysis for Condition Monitoring
A 2-day Continuing Professional Development (CPD) workshop organized in collaboration with the Dept. of Industrial Engineering & Management, focusing on vibration analysis techniques for machinery health monitoring.