Utility Automation Research Centre

UARC division has a very long and interesting history in CPRI. In the very beginning after CPRI was established, CPRI started using computers for solving electrical power systems and structural engineering problems. The journey of computers in CPRI started during early 1960’s with the development of computer programmes on the fi rst and oldest computer in Bangalore namely Elliot 803 at HAL. During the second decade i.e 1970–1980 the mainframe computer IBM 360/44 and then DEC (Digital Equipment Corporation) 1090 which replaced IBM 360/44 in IISc were used for power system, High voltage and transmission tower testing related problems. During fourth decade i.e. 1990–2000 the IT infrastructure witnessed a phenomenal growth. Tens and hundreds of Personal computers were procured and upgraded from time to time. Local Area Network was created during 1997–1998. During the fi fth decade i.e. 2000–2010 CSET division has come into full pledged operation. The development of CPRI Automation System (CAST) started during early part of 2000s aiming at the automation of workfl ow, testing and other support activities. The IT in the form of, Intelligent Meters (IM) became a reality during early part of 2010. Followed with this initiative “Conformance Test Laboratory” was established during 2004.2005. “Gyanshakthi” a knowledge management and digital library intranet portal was launched during 2005 which facilitated sharing and seeking knowledge among CPRI fraternity.