Smart Grid
R&D Center

Exploring the Future of Intelligent Energy Systems

A dedicated research and demonstration facility at IIT Hyderabad featuring two microgrid platforms, renewable energy systems, energy storage, power conversion and real-time monitoring infrastructure.

Supported by
Funded by LS Electricals
Setup by VI Micro
Smart Grid R&D Center Microgrid 1 laboratory platform
Smart Grid R&D Center Microgrid 2 laboratory platform

One Lab. Two Microgrids.

The Smart Grid R&D Center at IIT Hyderabad brings together two microgrid platforms in a dedicated environment for research, demonstration, experimentation and hands-on learning.

Smart Grid R&D Center Microgrid 1 and Microgrid 2 laboratory platforms
Microgrid 1

Renewable Energy & Energy Storage Testbed

A microgrid platform combining renewable energy generation and energy-storage facilities for research, experimentation and demonstration.

☀️ Solar 💨 Wind 🔋 Li-ion Battery ⚡ Supercapacitor
Explore Microgrid 1
Microgrid 2

Renewable Energy & Power System Testbed

A microgrid platform integrating renewable and fuel-cell-based energy resources with power conversion and grid-interfacing facilities.

☀️ Solar 🧪 Hydrogen Fuel Cell ⚙️ AC Generation
Explore Microgrid 2

Facilities & Technologies

Explore the research infrastructure and technologies available within the Smart Grid R&D Center.

Energy Management

CEMS

Energy monitoring and management infrastructure.

Explore CEMS
Power Quality

UPS

UPS monitoring and power continuity systems.

Explore UPS
E-Mobility

EV

Electric vehicle integration and charging infrastructure.

Explore EV
Grid Modernisation

Smart Grid

Smart grid research and system integration facilities.

Explore Smart Grid
Distributed Energy

Microgrid

Integrated microgrid platforms for research and demonstration.

Explore Microgrid
Real-Time Analytics

Monitoring

Real-time monitoring and visualization infrastructure.

Explore Monitoring

Demonstrations & Workshops

Experience the Smart Grid R&D Center through structured demonstrations and hands-on technical sessions designed for different visitor groups and available time formats.

5
MIN
Quick Overview

Executive Overview

A rapid introduction to the Smart Grid R&D Center — framing the energy challenge, the lab's facilities and research significance.

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15
MIN
Technical Demonstration

Lab & Facility Tour

Focused demonstration of the microgrid platforms, monitoring systems and key research equipment for delegations and academic visitors.

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30
MIN
Extended Demonstration / Class

Comprehensive Demo

An in-depth walkthrough of both microgrids with live equipment interaction, monitoring system demonstration and Q&A.

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Latest Updates

Recent activities, events and announcements from the Smart Grid R&D Center.

Demonstration Weekly
Smart Grid & Microgrid Demonstration Sessions

Structured demonstrations (5, 15, and 30 minutes) for delegations, students, and industry visitors at the lab.

Workshop Upcoming
Technical Workshop on Microgrid Systems

Hands-on training on renewable generation, energy storage integration, and power conversion systems.

Lab Visit Open
Academic & Institutional Delegation Tours

Guided tours covering the two physical microgrid platforms, CEMS, and real-time monitoring testbed.

Electrical engineering laboratory facility at the Smart Grid R&D Center

Visit the Smart Grid
R&D Center

Explore the laboratory, experience the microgrid platforms, discover the research infrastructure and learn about ongoing activities.

Visitor Capacity
Up to 15–20 visitors
Demo Duration
5, 15 or 30 minutes
Location
IIT Hyderabad Campus