Research Clusters at CIRT

Vacancy : H-RCD

Pay Scale : 14300-400-18300 or 12000-375-16500

At present, CIRT having created excellent testing capabilities in various laboratories and with excellent exposure of faculty/staff through various consultancy assignments, has the potential to undertake research activities. By encouraging the conduct of research of highest quality, sharing of such results, innovative ideas and skilled expertise, CIRT can make a significant contribution to the development of public transport industry and allied industries.

- CIRT has established eight inter-disciplinary Research Clusters that will be recognized for their core competence.

Research Clusters at CIRT

i)	Centre for Road Safety (CRS)
ii)	Centre for Transport Policy and Economics (CTPE)
iii)	Centre for Computer Aided Design and Engineering (CCAE)
iv)	Centre for Management Development Programmes (CMDP)
v)	Centre for Transport Planning and Management (CTPM)
vi)	Centre for Futuristic Transportation Technologies (CFTT)
vii)	Centre for Bus Body Design & Engineering (CBBE)
viii)	Centre for Auto-components and Test Rig Engineering (CATR)

The details regarding scope of activities, future outlook etc. of each center is listed below :-

1) Centre for Road Safety (CRS)

The Centre was established in the year 2000-2001 through the support of MOSRT & H. Some of the initiatives pursued in CRS include research project on computer based driving skill evaluation system, road safety research studies, road safety publications and road safety training. The application of RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) technique to evaluate driving skills without human intervention is hallmark of the innovative research done by this Centre.

Future Outlook :
The center will specialize in risk analysis (including from fire and chemicals), accident investigation and will adopt a multi-disciplinary approach to safety related problems. The core objectives of research would be to serve strategic policy and decision-making process through research on road safety strategies, safety management, estimation of safety aspects of various measures and accident analysis.

The Centre will undertake the following activities :-

i)	develop simulation software to undertake parameteric studies related to road safety.
ii)	create a systematic methodology to analyse road accidents and will build typical case studies on road accidents including the photographs and other data collection from hospitals, transport dept. police dept. and insurance cos.
iii)	create a mobile outreach laboratory to reach the road accident site in city of Pune to record the evidence of accidents for analysis for improvement in road safety from the data collected from the accident site and using computer simulation.
iv)	develop the capabilities to re-construct the accident through data collection as in (iii) using a computer software internationally available or to develop it locally. A format will also be designed by which various STUs can send the accident data to this center for analysis and comments.
v)	to establish the relationship between accident and injury by closely working with the accident trauma center of some renowned hospitals.
vi)	Road safety audit in urban areas and highway networks.
vii)	Design and development of driver training and testing systems, model driving training schools etc.
viii)	Public private participation in road safety campaign and education.

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2) Centre for Transport Policy and Economics (CTPE)

Vacancy : Member of Faculty - II

Pay Scale : 10000-325-15200 or 8000-275-13500

The center was established in the year 2000-01 with the help of a corpus provided by the Ministry of Shipping, Road Transport & Highways. The objective of setting up the center was to conduct studies for evolving appropriate policy papers in the transport sector. In addition to Management Development Programmes, some of the research leads pursued by CTPE include pricing polices for urban transport, Guidelines for a Transport Regulatory Authority in India, Public Transportation Study for the State of Uttaranchal, System of Accreditation of Bus Body Builders, Updation of List of hazardous goods under CMVR etc.

Future outlook :
The center will strive to establish itself as a center of excellence for studies on Transport Economics and Transport Policy issues. The center will undertake research assignments in the following areas:

i)	Regulatory aspects in transport sector
ii)	Urban transport policy issues
iii)	Urban infrastructure finance
iv)	Subsidy and taxation issues in urban public transport
v)	Accident costing
vi)	Techno-economic feasibility studies for multi-modal transportation in urban areas.
vii)	Public Private participation in provision of transport infrastructure and services
viii)	Cost benefit analyses of alternative fuels, environmental pollution and traffic congestion.

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3) Centre for Computer Aided Engineering (CCAE)

Vacancy :

1. Scientist ‘E’ / ‘D’

Pay Scale : 12000-375-16500 or 10000-325-15200

2. Scientist ‘C’ : 8000-275-13500

The Centre was created in the year 2003 for the application of Finite Element Analysis (CAD and CAE) for development of bus chassis and bus body construction and their structural analysis. It has the following softwares - Unigraphics for CAD modeling, hypermesh for discritistaion, MSC Patran, MSC Nastran, LS Dyna, Abaqus, ADAMS, STAR-CD, FE-Safe for Analysis.

Future Outlook :

In future plans, the Centre will -

i)	design and develop aerodynamic bus body constructions
ii)	CFD analysis for design of combustion chambers for heavy duty diesel engines.
iii)	design and develop the chassis and bus body made up of composite materials.
iv)	development of transmission systems

The center will participate in a national research consortium for design of bus bodies for use of composite material for bus construction which CIRT will initiate with other collaborative partners . The Centre will also play a pivotal role in structural analysis and designing of hybrid bus chassis in another national research consortium planned by CIRT.

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4) Centre for Management Development Programmes (CMDP)

Vacancy : Head-MDP

Pay Scale : 14300-400-18300 or 12000-375-16500

Conventionally, the center runs about 65 training courses every year primarily for STUs. However the participation from STUs in these programmes has tremendously gone down over the years.

Future Outlook :

A critical review will be done to start value added training programmes by drawing faculty from various research clusters. Sincere efforts will be made to assess the training needs with active involvement of STUs and design progress for maximum effectiveness. It would be our endeavour to ensure that the programmes get participation from appropriate level of officers. The marketing of programmes will be rigorously done to other interested groups also besides STUs.

Centre will also establish -

i)	CIRT faculty development activities including the task force for the development of early cluster scientists;
ii)	Academic alliance group - for networking with academic institutions to encourage student to work on CIRT projects through a student worker concept very uniquely adopted in German industry
iii)	look into feasibility of starting a professional course in transportation planning, engineering and management with due recognition from AICTE and in collaboration with renowned institutions like IIT, IIM, BITS etc.

SUPPORT SERVICES DIVISION

1.0 Administrative Department

1.1 Personnel & General Administration

(a) Personnel policy and rules and regulations of CIRT will be reviewed and streamlined to attract talent and retain them.

(b) More vigorous and attractive welfare activities will be introduced to retain employees and to make their stay in campus comfortable.

1.2 Security

CIRT has a long ribbon shaped land holding and the present perimeter security is rather improper. Following activities will be undertaken to

Upgrade:

(a) Proper fencing for compound wall

(b) Perimeter walkway and

(d) Enhanced fire fighting system in the entire CIRT Campus

(e) Closed circuit TV monitoring security system

1.3 Horticulture

Since CIRT enjoys a verdant setting and fertile land, efforts will be made to achieve “Green CIRT” through following activities:

Apiculture, plantation of Jatropha trees which will help us undertake research on bio-diesel. Since we also have a lot of agricultural waste and food waste from our Dining Hall, biogas plant to cater to needs of energy in kitchen will be installed. Some research projects on biogas may also be initiated to address social community responsibility. Vermiculture on biodegradable waste will be started.

1.4 Hostel

We propose to improve the upkeep of the hostel premises. Guest Rooms will be equipped with internet facilities and other modern amenities. We further propose to provide round the clock reception service for incoming guests.

Solar water heating system for residential quarters is also planned.

2.0 Knowledge Centre

The activities of library, publication department and Computer Centre will be brought under one administrative head and this grouping will be named as “Knowledge Centre”,

2.1 Library

The library will start e-abstracting of various Journals which will be hosted through CIRT website. It will also closely work with computer center to create knowledge management portal to capture tacit knowledge. Library will also network with other similar centres for exchange of abstracts, information including e-procurement of scientific articles.

2.2 Publications Department

The Publications department will endeavour to become “Mouth Piece” of CIRT to project and promote CIRT’s brand image. To achieve this, following activities will be undertaken.

(a) To establish rapport with journalists of newspapers and other media.

(b) To develop network with Central and State Governments, Public Sector undertakings, Foreign agencies, to scout for newer business opportunities for CIRT.

(d) To take up work of producing promotional material like short films about CIRT and its activities, special films about research clusters and laboratories. Promotion of CIRT activities and core competence will also be done through e-news letter, CIRT website.

(e) To undertake Public Relation (PR) activity.

2.3 Computer Centre

The Computer Centre and the services provided to Scientists is not of contemporary level. In October 2005, we have just introduced Broadband based Internet at four places and connected some officers through net-working to provide better internet services.

Computer hardware will be upgraded and leased lines for internet will be set up. Optical fibre based net-working will be done. By 2010 all technical staff upto the level of Diploma holders and upto Assistant Supdts. will be provided Computers. A vigorous training programme in MS office for all staff will be taken up.

Computer Centre will also be responsible for all MIS and databank. All software related developments in various research clusters will be co-ordinated from computer center. Computer center will also be responsible for hosting website and co-ordinate with library for e-abstract subscribed services through website. Software based knowledge management is being adopted in forward looking organizations to capture tacit knowledge. Through an in-house effort or external help, computer department will start knowledge management in all earnest.

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5) Centre for Transport Planning & Management (CTPM)

Vacancy : MOF – II or AMOF

Pay Scale : 10000-325-15200 or 8000-275-13500

(2 posts)

Since Transportation Engineering, planning and management is the area of core competence in CIRT, this center would be a major center for research and consultancy in the Institute. The center will take up research projects with a view to facilitate sustainable growth in the sector.

Future outlook :

The center will have a holistic approach to transport management including the planning, engineering and marketing aspects. The center would develop urban transport planning and management as one of its major areas of core competence. The core objective of research would be to produce recommendations which would provide a direction to the planning and operation of public transport services in the country.

The center will undertake the following activities-

Conduct traffic and transportation planning and engineering studies for major cities in the country. These would inter- alia include :

-	intersection improvement study
-	simulation study for traffic flow in urban areas
-	multi-modal transport system
-	Bus Corridors

ii)

Conduct studies on design and planning of road infrastructure for urban development/municipal authorities. These would include :

-	Planning and design of city roads and traffic related facilities
-	techno-economic feasibility study for road infrastructure to create modern bus depots and terminals, bus workshop. CIRT will collaborate with construction firms like L&T, and others to create a modular design for modern bus stands.

iii)

Adequacy assessment of public transport in selected cities and its relationship with ambient air quality.

iv)

Develop marketing strategies for public transport providers

Computerisation of bus depots/terminals and software applications in public transport.

vi)

Studies on Intelligent Transport Systems

vii)

Studies on emerging bus technologies and their feasibility

Chemical Laboratory

Vacancy : Scientist ‘E’/’D’ Pay-Scale : 12000-375-16500

10000-325-15200

(i) Petroleum Product Testing Laboratory : Items like Coolant, Gear oil, Engine oil, Furnace oil, Lubricant oil, Calibration oil, Diesels, Fuels, Hydraulic brake fluid, Thinner, Lithium base grease, Automotive grease, Wheel bearing grease, Gear lubricant multipurpose etc. are tested.

(ii) Paint Testing Laboratory : Paints & Painted panel, etc. are tested for accelerated weathering test by Xenon arc lamp source & U-V lamp source, Colour difference (reflectance & transmittance) & Colour measurement, Corrosion resistance, Flash point, Gloss values, Resistance against scratch, Heat resistance and ageing etc.

(iii) Environmental Testing Laboratory : Components/Items like Metallic & nonmetallic components/parts, Automotive exterior & interior parts, Automotive electrical & electronic components & parts, Paints, Plastics, Glass, Plywood, PVC, Foam, Retro reflective plates, etc. are tested.

(iv) Polymer/Rubber Testing Laboratory : Testing of all types of polymer/plastic/rubber products and compounds for static, dynamic, physical and chemical properties etc.

Chemical Laboratory

Vacancy : Scientist ‘E’/’D’ Pay-Scale : 12000-375-16500

10000-325-15200

(iv) Polymer/Rubber Testing Laboratory : Testing of all types of polymer/plastic/rubber products and compounds for static, dynamic, physical and chemical properties etc.

Photometry Laboratory

Vacancy : Scientist ‘D’/’C’ Pay-Scale : 10000-325-15200/

8000-275-13500

Components/Items tested are Light & Light Signaling Devices such as Head Lamps, Tail Lamps, Turn Signal Lamps, Stop & Brake Lamps, Size Indicators, Reversing and Roof lights, Reflex Reflectors, Advance Warning Triangle, License Plate, Fluorescent Tape etc.

Metallurgical Testing Laboratory

Vacancy : Scientist ‘D’/’C’ Pay-Scale : 10000-325-15200

8000-275-13500

Parameters measured/tested are all Ferrous & Non-ferrous Metal Components/Products (Semi Finished & Finished Condition), etc. are tested for Microstructure Analysis, Case Depth, Decarburised Layer, Inclusion rating, Surface defects, Hardness and Chemical analysis, Mechanical properties etc.

Vehicle Structural Testing Lab./Fatigue Lab/R&D Projects

Vacancy : Scientist ‘C’ Pay-Scale : 8000-275-13500

(2 Posts)

(a) Vehicle Structural Testing Lab.

CIRT has installed the following facilities for evaluating structural strength of vehicles and to measure the various strength of superstructure for assuring safety of passengers and driver, Vehicle Structural Laboratory has installed following test facilities :

1. Rear wall strength

2. Roof strength/Roof of cab.

3. Front Impact strength

4. Roll over test of complete vehicle

5. RUPD & SUPD

(b) Fatigue Laboratory

Components/Items tested : All types of automotive components/items and assemblies, etc. are tested for Load rate, Fatigue (life) test and mechanical properties.

Over the last eleven years, grants were received by CIRT, for upgradation of testing facilities for testing auto components under R&D Cess/Plan Funds from the Ministry of Heavy Industries and Public Enterprises. So far Cess Committee has sanctioned 35 projects.

New projects proposals for developing comprehensive tyre testing facility and for establishing Safety Laboratory for evaluation of drivers using driving simulator and other equipments are under consideration by the Ministry of Heavy Industries and Public Enterprises

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6) Centre for Futuristic Transportation Technologies (CFTT)

Vacancy :

1. Scientist ‘E’ / ‘D’

Pay Scale : 12000-375-16500 or 10000-325-15200

2. Scientist ‘C’ : 8000-275-13500

The Centre for Futuristic Transportation Technologies will have the following three research areas :-

- CFTT - I : Propulsion technologies
- CFTT - II : Telematics and ITS technologies
- CFTT - III: Engine, Energy and Environment Research for Sustainable Transport

CFTT – I : Propulsion Technologies
CIRT will work on development of hybrid bus through a national consortium of research groups under the TIFAC initiative of Co-operative Automotive Research (CAR) programme.

Alternatively, CIRT will start its own initiative on development of hybrid bus technology.

ii)

CFTT – II : Telematics & ITS

1. Scientist ‘D’ / ‘C’

Pay Scale : 10000-325-15200 or 8000-275-13500

(2 post)

CIRT has recently done a research study in RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) technology to develop a Driving Skill Evaluation module and has developed a proprietary software. In view of this background and in line with our futuristic vision, creation of a separate division for research in telematics and ITS technologies is proposed.

CIRT wishes to get into ITS technology in a very serious manner and wants to develop and implement some ITS technologies during 2010 Commonwealth Games in Delhi.

The center will undertake research and development of telematics system and their application in ITS technologies. This division will work closely with CIRT’s CTPM and CRS for ITS impact studies which will include the advantages offered by ITS to travellers, STUs and in controlling city traffic congestions. Transport economics and operating cost, quality of service - driving time and their predictability, traffic safety noise, emissions, energy consumption and passenger comfort will be studied.

iii)

CFTT – III : Engine, Energy and Environment Research for Sustainable Transport
CIRT will undertake research on various sources of alternate energy in the context of public transportation. This will include creating facilities for evaluation of liquid fuels and their re-formulations including bio-diesel, gaseous fuel like CNG, LPG and hydrogen and optimization of engines. The expertise and research projects will include fuel and engine R&D and evaluation of various exhaust after-treatment technologies.

Following projects will be started –

i)	LPG based bus engine development for Southern States
ii)	Improvement in efficiency of CNG buses (HCCI concept)
iii)	Evaluation of fuel additives and fuel saving devices
iv)	Evaluation of exhaust after treatment devices

CIRT will also undertake air quality impact analysis studies in close collaboration with CTPM

Following facilities will be created –

i)	Heavy Duty Engine Dynanometer facility
ii)	Chassis Dynanometer and emission facility
iii)	Engine Combustion Research facility
iv)	Air Quality Monitoring Mobile facility

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7) Centre for Bus Body Design and Engineering(CBBE)

Center will focus on bus body research with emphasis on structural stability, aero dynamics and light weight materials and components.

Centre will undertake the following activities –

i)	Design and prototype development and testing in vehicle structural lab and field trials.
ii)	Studies of energy conservation through improvements in aerodynamics, light weight materials.
iii)	Life cycle costing for the buses using alternate materials like composites.
iv)	Participate for accreditation of the bus body builders.
v)	to develop the testing methodology and technology for the recycling of bus components working in the area of safe disposal
vi)	develop expertise for testing bio-degradability of components
vii)	develop expertise in assessing the residual life of components with a view to extend their life.

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8) Centre for Auto-components and Test Rig Engineering (CATR)

Auto Components Design and Engineering

CIRT will undertake design and engineering for select auto-components for which excellent testing facilities have been created. At present, three components are identified :-

- CATR – I : Battery
- CATR – II : Tyre
- CATR – III : Automotive lighting systems

CATR – I Battery Research

Battery being consumable item in the buses the research on long-life battery is necessary. There is need to develop eco-friendly battery with low maintenance or maintenance free. Maintenance aspects and life expectancy of the battery have been improved through technology shift from conventional hard rubber container batteries having PVC separators and lead antimony electrodes to polypropylene container batteries using glass mat separators and antimony calcium electrodes.

A true maintenance free battery have not come out as a reality. As CIRT is considering to participate in research consortium in hybrid technology battery will be an essential part of this development and will be of deep discharge type and high energy density. Similarly, urban driving cycle will demand very fast charge and discharge response of the batteries. CIRT has established ultra modern battery test facilities and has trained and knowledgeable manpower in battery testing with good interface with battery industry, automotive manufactures and renowned institutions and as such is well placed to take research in the area of batteries. Such projects will be taken up –

i)	Maintenance free high energy intensity batteries and
ii)	High charge/discharge batteries for hybrid vehicle applications

CATR – II : Tyre Research

Tyres like battery are consumable items and also play a very crucial part in economic operation of STUs. Tyres also play a crucial role in road safety and accidents.

CIRT has created excellent and unique facilities for tyre testing. CIRT also has created excellent polymer analysis lab. Experts from both the labs. will collaborate to undertake tyre research for extended life. Tyre – road interaction for safety consideration and fuel economy as related to rolling resistance will be subjects of research.

CATR – III : Automotive Lighting System Research

CIRT has already created a photometric laboratory having ultra modern test facilities in collaboration with LMT, Germany, and has unique calibration facilities. CIRT can easily start research activities in Automotive Lighting.

In India no light and light signaling industries has sophisticated capability to design the good lighting systems. India is developing as a major exporter of automotive components for complete world.

In this photometric laboratory all light and light signaling devices can be tested. CIRT already has CAD/CAE center to validate the designs of lights. CIRT’s 3-dimensional measurement system can be used for the profile measurements.

Following facilities needs to be created:

Dedicated software for optics designs like – Ray Master etc.

CATR – IV : Test Rig Development and Fabrication
Vacancy : Scientist ‘C’

Pay Scale : 8000-275-13500

With years of expertise in maintenance of test equipments and designing testing protocols, CIRT has reached a stage where we can plunge into special test rig fabrications. This group will take the services of expert instrumentation engineers and automating specialists to automate rig operation within CIRT and also develop modern rigs for other end users.

Following projects are planned –

i)	Indigenous Development of facilities in CFTT, CARE, CRS
ii)	Tractive Force Device for field trials

Electrical Laboratory

Vacancy : Jr. Scientist Pay-Scale : 4000-100-6000

Components/Items tested are Automotive lead acid storage batteries, Automotive electrical components, Automotive electronic components, Auto cables, Battery cables & Other cables, Carbon brush, Electric horn, Air horn, Automobile lamps, Head light switch, Dipper switch, Starter switch, Electronic voltage regulator, Pressure gauges, Speedometer, Ammeter, etc.

Data Bank

Vacancy : Statistical Officer Pay-Scale : 8000-275-13500 or

6500-200-10500

1. Data Bank maintains time series and cross-sectional data on physical and financial performance of STUs.

2. The Annual Performance Statistics of State Transport Undertakings is updated up to the year 2003-2004 and that of quarterly data up to the Quarter Ending March 2005. Quarterly performance review of State Transport Undertakings is regularly published in the “Indian Journal of Transport Management”.

3. Data Bank collects and compiles STUs performance to finalize Transport Minister’s Trophy for State Transport Undertakings with lowest road accidents record and ASRTU Productivity awards. Data Bank supplies data on STUs Fuel KMPL to Petroleum Conservation Research Association for finalization of award to State Transport Undertakings. Similar awards are also given to STUs by the Chartered Institute of Transport – India on the basis of information supplied by us. Every year data bank supplied data to the Directorate of Economics & Statistics. Government of Maharashtra to bring out their book on “Economic Survey of Maharashtra, Mumbai”.

4. Further, Data Bank brings out a quick review on STUs performance every year before the release of annual publication on State Transport Undertakings performance. Decadal data on annual performance (Physical and Financial) of State Transport Undertakings upto the year 2003-2004 is made available on electronic media.

Accounts Department

Vacancy : Accounts Officer Pay-Scale : 8000-275-13500 or

6500-200-10500

1. Today, nearly 80% of the CIRT’s total income comes from testing charges, training fees and consultancy charges. Through proper analysis the focus will be redistributed on activities assuring more inflow of money.

2. Our strategy as regards Testing Charges would be as under:-

(A) “Pay and Test” policy will be employed

(B) A “Debit Card” type of system will be introduced for major

private customers wherein the customers would be

depositing a corpus testing fund with CIRT and the testing

charges would be appropriately debited from the corpus.

By following above approach, we wish to ensure that by the

year 2010 there will be no outstanding dues on account of

current testing charges.

once in a year.

3. Training Fees: In line with policy of recovery of testing charges, it will be our mission to see that by the year 2010 there will not be any outstanding Training fees.

4. Consultancy : Cost to benefit ratio for every consultancy will be undertaken and methods will be suggested to cut down expenditure wherever possible. This analysis will also form the basis for new quotes.

5. The concept of “Project Costing” will be brought in to undertake a realistic cost to benefit analysis.

6. Exploring financial opportunities from national/international funding agencies for infrastructure developments.

7. Exploring avenues for availing financial concessions such as subsidies, grants, tax holidays, tax concessions and availing insurance for critical assets.

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