Date : 8th November 2024                                                                                                         Time: 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM                                                                                                                     Speaker:Prof. Madhuri Bayya
Faculty, Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, BITS Pilani                     Venue: Gmeet

Introduction                                                                                                                                          Women of Wisdom (WOW) 5.0, a flagship initiative of IEEE PES Kerala Chapter, hosted its seventh session on 8th November 2024. The event was organized in collaboration with IEEE Women in Power Kerala, IEEE R10 PES Women in Power, IEEE Women in Engineering Affinity group Kerala Section, and IEEE PES SBC College of Engineering Adoor.
The webinar, titled “Hybrid Vehicles – The Future”, featured Prof. Madhuri Bayya, a renowned faculty member from the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, BITS Pilani.

Brief Description:                                                                                                                            The seventh session of Women of Wisdom (WOW) 5.0 was held on 8th November 2024. This engaging virtual event was organized by the IEEE PES Kerala Chapter, in collaboration with IEEE Women in Power Kerala, IEEE R10 PES Women in Power, IEEE Women in Engineering Affinity Group Kerala Section, and IEEE PES SBC College of Engineering Adoor. The session, titled “Hybrid Vehicles – The Future”, aimed to shed light on the role of hybrid vehicle technology in building a sustainable future. The session was led by Prof. Madhuri Bayya, a respected faculty member from the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering at BITS Pilani. Prof. Madhuri Bayya provided an in-depth exploration of the key components that make up hybrid vehicles, including the engine, generator, inverter, electric motor, planetary gear set, and energy storage systems like batteries. She explained the functionality and integration of these components in different types of hybrid vehicles—micro hybrids, mild hybrids, full hybrids, and electric vehicles—and their varying levels of hybridization. The presentation also highlighted the importance of hybrid vehicles in achieving sustainable transportation by minimizing environmental impact while meeting modern mobility needs. Prof. Bayya discussed the role of these technologies in addressing global environmental concerns and contributing to cleaner, more efficient modes of transportation. In addition to the technical insights, the session also emphasized the alignment of hybrid vehicle development with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly those focused on climate action and sustainable cities. The talk concluded with a lively Q&A session where participants had the opportunity to engage directly with the speaker and deepen their understanding of the future of hybrid technology.This session not only provided valuable knowledge about hybrid vehicle technology but also sparked important conversations on the role of innovation in creating sustainable transportation solutions. 
Number of Participants:31