Guwahati, Dec 12: The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has joined hands with the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IIT-G) to develop and implement cutting-edge AI-based technologies to maintain underwater railway bridges, detect faults, and perform retrofitting tasks in challenging underwater environments.
This partnership aims to modernize railway infrastructure while ensuring safety, efficiency, and sustainability.
A high-level technical discussion and demonstration session was held at the NFR (Construction) headquarters in Maligaon, Guwahati, showcasing state-of-the-art technologies. Among these, an advanced underwater inspection and maintenance system stood out.
The meeting also addressed the development of a Command Centre-Based Predictive Maintenance System, aimed at automatic monitoring of railway bridges. By using predictive analytics, the system enhances bridge safety by identifying potential issues before they escalate into serious problems.
The partnership between NFR and IIT-G marks a significant milestone in integrating academic research with real-world applications. The collaboration was formalized through recent Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs), underscoring the commitment of both institutions to innovation and infrastructure modernization.
The session was attended by Chetan Kumar Shrivastava, General Manager, NFR, Arun Kumar Chaudhary, General Manager (Construction), NFR, and senior professors from IIT Guwahati, alongside other senior NFR officials.
This collaboration focuses on leveraging advanced technologies to address critical challenges in bridge maintenance and monitoring.
Officials said these technologies are expected to transform bridge management systems, making them smarter, safer, and more efficient, while reinforcing India’s commitment to infrastructure advancement.
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