SEMINARS & WORKSHOPS
Guest Talk On Impact of 5G and IoT on Dielectric Stress In Smart Cities: EMF Influence, Material Challenges, and Insulation Strategies
The Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE) organized a guest talk on 28 November 2025 on the topic “Impact of Next-Generation Technologies such as 5G and IoT on Dielectric Stress in Smart City Infrastructures.” The session was delivered by Gaurav Pathak from Cisco Systems, who provided valuable insights into the growing influence of electromagnetic fields (EMF) resulting from dense communication deployments in modern urban environments.
During the session, he explained how increased EMF levels can affect critical infrastructure such as underground cables, transformers, and sensor networks, emphasizing the importance of predictive modelling to anticipate EMF-induced stress. He also highlighted the limitations of conventional insulation materials such as PVC and XLPE under high-frequency operating conditions.
The speaker introduced nanocomposites and advanced polymer blends as promising alternatives, emphasizing their superior durability, thermal stability, and sustainability. He further showcased Cisco’s role in enabling secure and resilient communication networks that support smart city ecosystems.
The talk also underlined the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration among engineers, material scientists, and urban planners in addressing emerging technological challenges. Students actively participated in the interactive Q&A session, where discussions covered topics such as EMF-related health concerns, biodegradable insulation materials, and AI-based stress modelling.
Overall, the seminar successfully connected theoretical concepts with practical industry insights and highlighted the growing need for innovative insulation strategies in the development of future-ready smart cities