Cusat showcases student innovations at govt expo

Kochi: At the Ente Keralam exhibition and trade fair, being held at Marine Drive ground as part of Kerala govt's fourth anniversary celebrations, the stall set up by Cochin University of Science and Technology (Cusat) is drawing considerable attention for its display of innovation and cutting-edge research.The stall highlights several internationally acclaimed projects developed by Cusat engineering students. These include a Mars Rover that earned global recognition at European Rover Challenge in Poland, a racing car developed by students which won Formula Bharat Championship and a multi-purpose off-road vehicle designed for rescue operations.Another noteworthy innovation is a machine capable of planting multiple varieties of vegetable saplings simultaneously — India's first fully automated transplanter of its kind. The stall also offers a virtual reality (VR) journey simulating a walk with penguins in Antarctica. The immersive visuals of snow-covered landscapes, the northern lights and snowfall have captivated audiences. This VR experience is presented by Cusat-NCPOR Centre for Polar Science.Cusat's National Centre for Aquatic Animal Health (NCAAH) researchers are also showcasing bacterial products designed to enhance aquatic health, including supplements for fish and solutions to eliminate harmful chemicals from aquatic environments.Adding to the tech offerings, School of Legal Studies has introduced Legal GPT, an AI-powered software capable of answering legal queries. Cusat's IT engineering students developed a multilingual chatbot that provides instant responses to questions about the university in both Malayalam and English. The exhibition continues until Friday.