TiHAN

Department of Science and Technology (DST) under the National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems (NM-ICPS), Government of India has sanctioned the prestigious Technology Innovation Hub to IIT Hyderabad in the technological vertical of Autonomous Navigation and Data Acquisition Systems (UAVs, ROVs, etc.). TiHAN runs startup support programs in collaboration with iTIC Incubator.

Areas of interest for TiHAN are:

  • AI/ML frameworks for autonomous navigation and efficient multi-sensory data aggregation using Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs), etc.
  • IoT and CPS architectures for efficient usage of UAVs, ROVs, etc., in the Indian context.
  • Remote Sensing and Geographical Information Systems.
  • Efficient edge computing architectures for multi-sensory information processing.
  • Control Engineering.
  • Aerodynamics and Mechanical Design aspects of efficient UAVs, ROVs, etc.
  • Robotics related to autonomous systems.
  • Design for Smart Mobility (aerial/terrestrial).
  • Efficient image processing techniques.
  • Autonomous vehicle swarms and their applications.
  • Drone Components (Make in India).

How the program delivers value

TiHAN startup support system includes pre-incubation, incubation and acceleration support programs for entrepreneurs and startups.

  • TiHAN PRAYAS/EiR program is meant predominantly for idea stage and aspiring entrepreneurs. It will provide the grantee with a monthly fellowship, grant funding and other support under a structured pre-incubation program.
  • TiHAN Incubation program supports prototype stage startups. Under this program, the startup receives funding support of upto INR 25 Lakhs and other support under a structured incubation program.

 

Other than benefits provided by iTIC, special support for startups working under TiHAN, includes access to:

  • Test Tracks
  • Emulation of Real-World Scenarios
  • State of the Art Simulation Technologies
  • Road Infrastructure
  • V2X Communication
  • Drone Runways and Landing Area
  • Mechanical Integration Facility
  • Centralized Control Room/Ground Control Station
  • Hangars and many more.

Eligibility criteria

  • General criterias

  • The idea should be on deep technology and under the areas of interest for TiHAN.
  • The start-up founder should be a citizen of India.
  • For PRAYAS/EiR:

  • Entrepreneurs or Start-ups working at idea/PoC stage.
  • For Incubation:

  • Entrepreneurs or Start-ups working at prototype stage.
  • Definite Proof of Concept (POC) is a prerequisite.

FAQs

  • What is TiHAN?

    The Technology Innovation Hub on Autonomous Navigation Systems and Data Acquisition System (for UAVs, ROVs, etc) at IIT Hyderabad, known as ‘TiHAN Foundation‘ . It has been incorporated as a Section-8 company by the institute in June 2020.

  • What is TiHAN Pre-incubation (Prayas/EIR)?

    Meant predominantly for idea stage and aspiring entrepreneurs. It will provide the grantee with a monthly fellowship, grant funding and other support under a structured pre-incubation program

  • What is TiHAN Incubation ?

    Meant for early stage startups at Prototype stage. It will provide the startup with funding (upto INR 25 Lakhs) and other support under a structured incubation program.

  • How to apply?

    Kindly fill the preincubation/incubation form on our website.

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