Invitation to Submit Expression of Interest (EOI) for Licensing of "Vibro Integrity Sensing Device (VInSD) and VInSD Aerial Inspection Unit (VAIU)" Developed by CSIR-CRRI

Overview

CSIR-Central Road Research Institute invites Expressions of Interest (EOIs) from eligible and experienced Indian firms for the licensing and large-scale commercialization of the innovative "Vibro Integrity Sensing Device (VInSD) and VInSD Aerial Inspection Unit (VAIU)". This groundbreaking system provides a one-package solution for two types of conventional Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) / Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) systems including (a) Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity (UPV) Test and (b) Accelerometer. The technology is designed to revolutionize the condition assessment of concrete structures, particularly inaccessible components like bridges and tunnels.

About the “Vibro Integrity Sensing Device (VInSD) and VInSD Aerial Inspection Unit (VAIU)”

This system is a 100% Indigenous Make in India technology, first of its kind in the world for condition assessment of concrete structures. The VInSD and VAIU offer a rugged, drone-integrated solution providing real-time inspection capabilities for inaccessible structures like bridges on water bodies and tunnels. It delivers a one-package solution for two types of conventional NDT/SHM systems including Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity (UPV) Test and Accelerometer. The system estimates concrete homogeneity through wave velocity, crack depth, and natural frequency measurements, with minimal manual effort required for data acquisition. Its unique sensor-based testing mechanism ensures safe, quick, and accurate inspection of challenging structural components.

Opportunities for Commercialization

The NDT drone market in India shows substantial potential. This 100% indigenous technology offers significant import substitution. Intellectual property includes VInSD's completed POC with 01 patent applied, and VAIU's 01 trademark in process with 01 patent submitted to IPU. Primary beneficiaries include NHAI, MoRTH, PWDs, State PWDs, and infrastructure agencies utilizing this technology for bridge condition assessment and structural health monitoring.

CSIR-CRRI seeks EOIs from registered Indian Firms / Industries / Government agencies with:

• Experience in research and development, testing, and deployment of similar NDT/SHM technologies and drone-based systems
• The industry / organization must possess expertise on the development as well as successful delivery orders for three customized drones meeting different applications and areas e.g. inspection of structures, painting of structures, mapping, surveillance, spraying water for irrigation etc.
• One of the drones provided by the firm must have the attachment, which can perform any mechanical operation involving robotics.
• Strong technical support and maintenance capabilities for complex sensor-based systems
• Experience with data collection, analysis, and reporting for structural health monitoring
• Industry / Organization must possess in-house drone customization facilities

Intellectual Property Rights (IPR)

The ownership of the intellectual properties rights (IPR), if any, coming out of this work shall be with the CSIR-CRRI. In this regard, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) need to be signed by the final selected firm and the CSIR-CRRI.

Submission Details

Interested parties must submit an EOI including the following:

• Company profile and experience in similar applications
• Area(s) of interest and proposed regions of operation
• Supply chain and logistical readiness
• Timeline for scale-up and marketing
• Contact details

Deadline for EOI Submission: 15^th November 2025

EOIs should be sent via email to: pme [dot] crri [at] csir [dot] res [dot] in

A hard copy of the EOI must also be submitted to the following address, with the envelope clearly super scribed subject: “EOI for Licensing of ‘Vibro Integrity Sensing Device (VInSD) and VInSD Aerial Inspection Unit (VAIU)”

Director
CSIR-Central Road Research Institute
Mathura Road, New Delhi – 110025
The hard copy must be received within 7 days after the email submission deadline.

Selection and Next Steps

All received EOIs will be evaluated, and shortlisted firms will be invited for discussions regarding licensing modalities, supply capacity, and technical collaboration. Final selection shall be at the discretion of the Director, CSIR-CRRI, based on techno-commercial viability and relevance.

Financial arrangements and technology transfer agreements will be finalized with the selected firms.

For Technical Queries: Head, Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation (PME) Division

Contact No -9878815022   / pme [dot] crri [at] csir [dot] res [dot] in () / headpme [dot] crri [at] csir [dot] res [dot] in ()