IIT Madras and Caterpillar Inc. have joined hands to do research on new technologies. They signed a deal in to work together on things like making things better, using computers smartly, and making machines that can work on their own.
Chennai, 23 Sep 2025
IIT Madras and Caterpillar Inc. have joined hands to do research on new technologies. They signed a deal in August 2025 to work together on things like making things better, using computers smartly, and making machines that can work on their own.
What the Partnership Means
IIT Madras and Caterpillar will work on many things. They will study how to make things in new ways. They will also look at how to use computers to think like humans. The team will try to make machines that can work in mines without people. They will also study how to make better engines and batteries. This team-up will help students learn new things and maybe get jobs.
Plans for Working Together
The two groups will do research together. They will also teach each other new things. Caterpillar will help IIT Madras students learn more. They might give money for clubs that make new things. Students might also get a chance to work at Caterpillar for a short time or even get full-time jobs there. This partnership will help both sides learn and grow.
This collaboration aims to enhance joint research, consultation, as well as talent development in the engineering and technology space, aligning with Caterpillars Global University Collaboration Model.
The partnership is set to begin soon, with research projects and student programs expected to start in the coming months. Follow The Rising News for more verified updates.
Updated 23 Sep 2025, 12:11 IST; source: link
