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Research & Initiatives

Our multidisciplinary approach enables us to delve into diverse research areas, ranging from theoretical analysis to experimental investigations in fundamental physics and electrochemistry. A significant focus of our research lies in the realm of electrochemistry and its applications. We explore the principles and phenomena governing electrochemical systems, seeking to deepen our understanding and uncover new possibilities. Within this domain, we leverage the power of electrochemistry to develop innovative wearable and flexible devices. By combining the principles of electrochemistry with advances in materials science, Ionotronics, energy storage/generators, sensor technologies, and device integration, we pave the way for groundbreaking advancements in the field of engineering.

Key Research Area

Materials & Electrodes Development: With a deep understanding of materials science, SMART Group pioneers the development of advanced materials for various applications. Our research focuses on exploring new sustainable materials with enhanced properties, such as high conductivity, durability, and selectivity. Based on materials, our engineers specialise in the development of advanced electrodes for electrochemical systems. We explore novel materials, surface modifications, and manufacturing techniques to enhance the performance and durability of electrodes. Through our innovations in materials and electrodes development, we unlock new possibilities in sensors, energy storage, engineering, and environmental sustainability.

Sensors Development & Integration: SMART Group excels in the development and integration of cutting-edge sensor technologies. We leverage our expertise in materials science, electrochemical design, and system integration to create intelligent sensing solutions. Our major sensors are used for monitoring health and environmental parameters. For this, we design pH, glucose, dissolved ions monitoring, conductivity, temperature, ammonia, gases, and various physical (pressure, strain) sensors. We are implementing the advanced ionotronics method for the sensor design.  Our innovations enable real-time monitoring, data acquisition, and precise control, empowering industries with actionable insights and optimised decision-making. 

Energy Storage Systems: SMART Group is committed to revolutionising energy storage systems through our expertise in electrochemistry and materials science. We strive to enhance the efficiency, safety, and sustainability of energy storage technologies. For this we design our energy storage device using sustainable materials including carbon, metal oxides, polymers, perovskites and composites. Based on these materials we developed various flexible energy storage devices on fibres, textiles, paper, polymer and plastic substrates. Our innovations include the development of advanced batteries, supercapacitors, and emerging energy storage technologies that have the potential to transform industries and promote a cleaner and more sustainable future.

IONOTRONICS -Bio Inspired Sensing (BIS) Systems: Advanced flexible ionotronic devices have found excellent applications in the next generation of electronic skin (e-skin) development for smart wearable, robotics, and prosthesis. SMART group major aim is to fine-tune the ionic and electronic conductivity of the electrodes to develop the next generation of flexible and wearable ionotronic devices for BIS system. Electrochemical capacitors act as a crucial component for these  devices whose function is based on an ionotronics mechanism where both mobile ions and electrons are involved in reactions. Our focus is to develop such electrochemical capacitors could act as mechanoreceptors such as capacitive sensors for touch, and temperature monitoring.

Energy Autonomous Systems: Energy autonomous sensing systems are gaining significant attention in applications ranging from health monitoring to environmental pollution monitoring . For this multiple sensors for monitoring the physical, chemical and biological parameters are highly necessary.  In addition to the development of low-powered sensors, their related electronic components including power management and wireless powering of devices have received considerable attention.  The continuous operation of  sensors and related electronics demands sustainable sources of energy. SMART group research focus on advanced integration of sensors, energy storage and related electronics to achieve energy autonomous system for health care and environmental application.  

Our Facilties

Our state-of-the-art facilities provide a fertile ground for innovation, equipped with cutting-edge tools and technologies for electrochemical design, simulation, layout, and measurement. This advanced infrastructure enables us to explore the intricate complexities of our research domains, from the nanoscale intricacies of electrochemical systems.
3D printer

3D printer

Screen Printer

Screen Printer

Dual Syringe Pump-Spin coater

Dual Syringe Pump-Spin coater

Dip Coater

Dip Coater

Glove Box

Glove Box

Electrochemical workstation

Electrochemical workstation

USB-Electrochemcial work station

USB-Electrochemcial work station

Electrochemical work station

Electrochemical work station

Contact Angle measurement

Contact Angle measurement

Four Probe Measurement

Four Probe Measurement

Digital Multimeter

Digital Multimeter

pH sensing Unit

pH sensing Unit

Temperature Control System

Temperature Control System

Our Collaboration

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