The Department of Automobile and Mechanical Engineering, Paavai College of Engineering, organized a guest lecture on “Next-Generation Automotive Technology – ADAS, AI and Machine Learning” on 22.08.2026.
The session was delivered by Mr. K. K. Balaji, M.Tech., Senior Product Design Engineer, Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India Pvt. Ltd., Bangalore. The programme was presided over by the Principal, Dr. V. Hariharan.
A total of 120 students from the Departments of Automobile and Mechanical Engineering actively participated in the guest lecture. The resource person explained the latest developments in Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Machine Learning (ML) and highlighted their applications in modern automotive design and vehicle safety.
The lecture provided students with valuable insights into emerging automotive technologies, intelligent vehicle systems, autonomous driving, sensor-based safety systems, and the role of AI and ML in the future of mobility. The interactive session helped students understand current industry trends and the skills required for careers in the automotive sector.
The programme was highly informative and beneficial to the participating students. It provided an excellent opportunity for students to interact with an industry expert and gain practical knowledge about next-generation automotive technologies. The students actively participated in the interactive session by asking relevant questions and clarifying their doubts related to the topic. The resource person patiently addressed all the questions and provided clear and valuable explanations, making the session more engaging and informative.
