Prof.
Kalra has made significant contributions in the field of Neural
Networks (NN). His research has drastically reduced the data
requirement and training/learning time for its applications.
His
publications illustrate advancement of both theory and applications
in the area of NN, power systems, transportation, rapid-prototyping,
aerodynamics and sensors.
He
has applied Neural Networks to real life problems like predictions
of refractory life in SAIL and lube-oil design for IOC. New
neuron models have been successfully implemented for separation
of fingerprints and audio for Intelligence agencies. The audio
separation solutions have been recognized by TVS for quality
assurance.
His
major contribution is in the research and development of new
generalized neuron models. Neural network requires large number
of consistent data, usually is a major bottleneck in its application.
Algorithms developed by Prof. Kalra’s group have decreased
the data requirement for modeling applications by 50% and
drastically reduced the total training/learning time.
His
team has focused on developing innovative solutions for implementing
the outreach program for linking IITK with engineering colleges
in Chhattisgarh and Indo-French cyber-university.
Successful
prototype development for land-records and testing the E-governance
infrastructure for Chhattisgarh demonstrate his multi disciplinary
expertise. Contributions at Policy Level: Prof. Kalra’s
research in neuron modeling has helped formulation of major
policies in the following areas:
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Developed the Electricity transmission Pricing Model for
Electricity Regulatory Commission in Uttar Pradesh.
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Cost
to serve tariff model for Bangalore Electricity Distribution
Company, which is now being implemented by other Electricity
Distribution Companies in Karnataka.
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Power trading conceptualization and software development
for National Commodity and Derivative Exchange (NCDEX).
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The
India Infrastructure Report (IIR) co-edited by him, is
acknowledged as a high-impact policy document. Prof. Kalra
has pioneered and coordinated the publication of “India
Infrastructure Report” by IITK, IMA, and IDFC, for
providing innovative policy inputs to planners in the
infrastructure sectors such as power, telecommunication,
transport etc.
He
has supervised more than 15 PhD students and more than 50
Master’s students. Presently, he is supervising 8 PhD
students and 7 Master’s student. He has published more
70 journal papers and 100 papers in conferences.
In brief,
his contributions exemplify innovativeness, and originality
in application to solve critical problems.
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