Project-wise Reports of Sectorial Monitoring Committee

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1 Project-wise Reports of Sectorial Monitoring Committee 1. Project T itle :FUTU~ E: Creating intellectual property and capabilities for the development of improved security features and substrates for the Indian currency note. 2. Project Details: Nodal lab Participating Labs Nodal Officer Taskforce Chairman Total Man Days Approved Cost Fund received Fund utilized CSIR-National Chemical Laboratory (NCL), Pune Central Electronics Engineering Research Institute (CEERI), Chennai Dr V Premnath, Sr Principa l Scientist, CSIR-NCL Director, CSIR-NCL Rs lakhs Rs lakhs Rs lakhs 3. Periodic Key Recommendations of Task Force/RC/Monitoring Committee S.No Key Recommendations of Task Force/RC/ Monitoring Committee. J Proposed Revised Act10n taken D I' bl K e 1vera e Deliverable on ey 5 (approved Recommend by Task ations Force) 16th DrPremnath reviewed work done at As per NA May NCL and DrBala reviewed the work proposal 2013 done at CEERI, Chennai. The task force found the progress satisfactory and as per plan. 5th June Dr. Premnath gave an overview of the project goals, components and Budgets. Dr. Premnath summarized work done so far at NCL As per proposal NA I Dr. J Nityanandan summarized work done at NCL on security feature related ideas based on spiropyran scaffold. Dr. BalaPeasla summarized work 1

done at CEERI-Chennai and NCL towards the development of overt and covert security features: 0 Progress is presented towards the development of overt color shifting features using large area

2 done at CEERI-Chennai and NCL towards the development of overt and covert security features: 0 Progress is presented towards the development of overt color shifting features using large area interference lithography (dielectric gratings) at CEERI Chennai and Dippen nanolithograhy (metallic gratings) at CEERI Pilani. Both these approaches show color shifting properties. Further optimization is in place to obtain stark color contrast at various viewing angles and to avoid the rainbow effect. 0 Progress towards overt security features using T era hertz tags was presented. New THz molecules synthesized at NCL were simulated and characterized using THz spectroscopy facility at CEERI Chennai. Several newly synthesized molecules show resonances below 1 THz, a significant milestone towards realizing electronically detectable THz tags. 0 Dynamic tuning of THz resonances was explored using Azobenzene based molecular switches. Initial results show very good promise towards realizing visible light controlled THz tags. 0 "Terahertz tags" full patent (application no. PCT/IN2015/050005) filing was done. 0 Paper titled "1 DColour Shifting Properties of Gold Grating Fabricated Using Dip Pen Nanolithography" was awarded best paper award at Photonics 2014 international conference 4

held at lit Kharaghpur in Dec. 2014. 0 Preliminary discussion with Dr. Reddy labs towards collaborations in the area of THz spectroscopic analysis of various molecules. Dr V.

3 held at lit Kharaghpur in Dec Preliminary discussion with Dr. Reddy labs towards collaborations in the area of THz spectroscopic analysis of various molecules. Dr V. Premnath added some other contributions made: 0 Dr V. Premnath (and Mrs AnuyaNisal) contributed to the tendering process and associated committees of RBI for the procurement of Plastic Currency Notes. 0 Dr V. Premnath also contributed to a technical committee constituted by RBI for evaluating coating technologies for improving paper durability. This was followed by the discussion on forward path. During FY , it is proposed to further the program via: 0 Continued advancement of new ideas on substrate durability and security features. 0 Initiate sponsored research and consulting activity with SPMCIL 0 Explore signing of a RAFA with SPMCIL 0 Explore signing of MOU/ RAFA with BRBNMPL and BNPMIPL. 0 Visit to BRBNMPL and BNPMIPL sites The Task Force reviewed the progress of the FUTURE program and found it satisfactory and as per plan. The Task Force commended the team for the good progress made and the linkages to end users that has been forged. 5

4 4. Project Achievements: S. No. De live rabies Deliverables Achieved If not achieved, promised at start reasons thereof Develop an Ach ieved understanding of 11 Scientists in NCL and currency technology, CEERI have participated define needs and problems, create interest in scientists to work on themes related to currency tech, etc ~~~~~~~ --- Build an IP portfolio 151nvention disclosures, 10 IN in the area of patents, 6 PCT applications Currency Tech Some more patents likely to be filed 20 were proposed. Develop necessary Facilities developed in CSIRequipment facilities NCL and CSIR-CEERI, Chennai to assist in for prototyping and testing. translating ideas, primarily prototyping of ideas. Develop networks Scientists from CSIR-NCL and with RBI and CEERI are contributing to Currency Presses. Committees of the RBI. They Participate in have access to information on committees and product specifications, testing learn the needs, methods etc issues, requirements, technical specifications etc Build formal partnerships with RBI and Currency Presses CSIR-NCL has signed a MoU and Research Alliance Framework Agreement (RAFA) with SPMCIL. Two projects Sponsored research Two sponsored projects (funded projects from by SPMCIL) with CV of Rs 90 currency presses lakhs initiated by CSIR-NCL. and/or RBI 6

5. Outcomes and outputs from the projects: Project Achievements: Key achievements: Built capabilities and activities to interest SPMCIL and RBI.

5 5. Outcomes and outputs from the projects: Project Achievements: Key achievements: Built capabilities and activities to interest SPMCIL and RBI. FUTURE team has been invited to contribute to several committees of RBI's Department of Currency Management including "High level Steering Committee on lndigenization of Security Features". "Committee for the Procurement of Security Features", "Committee for the Examination of Alternative Solutions for Durability of Banknotes". CSIR was invited to talk at the Gal's Make in India conference on Banknote Production. SPMCIL has moved its R&D base for security features to Nasik from Dewas so as to leverage NCL amongst other reasons. SPMCIL has initiated sponsored projects with NCL. Signing of the "Research Alliance Framework Agreement" with SPMCIL and initiation of two sponsored research projects worth Rs 90 lakhs. Setting up of the Rupee Center Lab for prototyping substrate and/or coating embedded security features and some authentication as well as preparing higher durability substrates. Patent portfolio in development covering a} Colour changing surfaces, b) Covert taggants- terahz and mid IR. c) Security fibers. d) Fluorescence based features. a. Outcomes 1. Lead(s) identified: 1. Colour shifting surface: TRL3-4 Number and names with TRL 2. Terahz tags TRL MIRid: TRL Security fibers nc: TRL Security fibers silk: TRL Transient colour changes: TRL Fluorescent PS beads: TRL3-4 I 2. Technology/Product None developed: Number and names with TRL level of Development 3. Technology/Product None transferred: Number and names with name of licensee(s) Facility created: Rupee Center Lab. Number and names Unique and meant for translation of ideas in with uniqueness & collaboration with SPMCIL and RBI. utility For prototyping embedded and coated security features. For making substrates with variable - 7

5. 6. Sponsored projects obtained {with details) External Cash Flow {ECF) generated durability. Signed Research Alliance Framework Agreement {RAFA) with SPMCIL.

6 5. 6. Sponsored projects obtained {with details) External Cash Flow {ECF) generated durability. Signed Research Alliance Framework Agreement {RAFA) with SPMCIL. RAFA is an umbrella agreement that allows for multiple projects to be signed quickly. 11 proposals discussed. 2 projects initiated. Contract value: Rs 90 lakhs Contract value: Rs 90 lakhs 7. Societal impact created {quantified data) Contribution to committees of RBI. High-level committee on lndigenization of Security features. Committee for the Examination of Alternative Solutions for Durability of Banknotes. Committee for Procurement of Security Features Technical subcommittee on measuring/comparing quality of security features. Provided opinions on FTO for security fibers. b. Outputs: 1. Periodic Reports Submitted 2. Publications i. ii. iii. Total number: 6 International proceedings+ 3 Peer reviewed publications conference presentations Cumulative JF (as per 2015 figures): Not being tracked Average IF: Not being tracked 3. iv. Average IF/scientist: Not being tracked Patents (or other forms of IP generated such as Copyrights, Designs etc.) i. ii. iii. Filed: 15 Invention disclosures, 1 0 IN patents, 6 PCT applications, Foreign filings in process, 1 trademark. Granted: 1 US patent granted so far Licensed: One round of licensing discussions carried out with SPMCIL. 4. Human Resource generated i. PhD fellows (give PhDs completed & pursuing separately): 4 ii. Project fellows: 9 iii. Skills imparted: NA 8

s. No c. External collaborations established: Collaborations with RBI, Currency Presses established. New collaboration expected with paper mill also. 1. Lead IT echnolog Salient!

7 s. No c. External collaborations established: Collaborations with RBI, Currency Presses established. New collaboration expected with paper mill also. 1. Lead IT echnolog Salient! TRL of I IP Status of Status of y/product (listed Features of the Lead/ Lead/Technolog DPR/Commercia above in the Technolo y/product I Technical outcomes) Lead/Techn gy Report of Leadl ology/ /Product Technology/ Product Product Colour shifting High contrast TRL3-4 Patent filed. US For cosurfaces gratings for patent granted development with color shifting; Overt features Terahz tags Covert tags TRL3-4 Patent filed For codevelopment with MIRid Covert tags TRL3-4 Patent filed For codevelopment with Security fibers nc Non- TRL3-4 In progress For codeforming development with shaped fibers Security fibers Bulk loaded TRL3-4 Patent filed For cosilk fibers development with Transient colour Semi-overt TR L3-4 Patent filed For cochanges feature development with Fluorescent PS Semi-overt I TRL3-4 Under For cobeads feature discussion development with Please note: In all of these cases, the plan is to take it ahead in partnership with the Currency Presses. Since this is a restricted market, involvement of the Presses in further development is desirable. No funds are being sought from CSIR for further work 6. SectoraiMonitoring Committee Recommendations on Lead/Technology/Product (listed above): For each Lead/Technology/Product provide details separately: Criteria SMC Recommendations Name of Lead/Technology Technologies and Approaches for secure currencies /Product Is the Lead/ Yes Technology/Product worth! 9

taking up further? What is the further R&D Comprehensive white paper preparation in efforts that need to be put consultation with CSIR labs as well as other national by CSIR/CSIR laboratories?

8 taking up further? What is the further R&D Comprehensive white paper preparation in efforts that need to be put consultation with CSIR labs as well as other national by CSIR/CSIR laboratories? agencies Global benchmarking of the Lead/Technology/Product specifically wrt specifications and cost Is the Lead IT echnology/product worthy of commissioning a DPR at this stage? What are the likely Five years resources and time duration required for taking forward the identified Lead/ Technology/Product to the desired TRL? Potential stake holders who RBI, Department of Economic Affairs may be appropriate to partner technically as well as financially Suggestion for plausible road map towards further development of lead/technology/product for achieving desired TRL GO/NO GO further GO development Other suggestions, if any, related to benefits/usage/ commercialization I 7. Identified " lessons to be learnt", especially from shortcomings/failures. [ 8. Comments on financial progress on the project - fund availability and utilization of fund in the project: The financial progress is found to be satisfactory and the investments made are justified. 9. SectoraiMonitoring Committee Recommendations on Facility creation or other outcomes: 10. Grading of Project Execution: Outstanding/Excellent/ Very Good/ Good/ Satisfactory/Un-satisfactory 10

Very Good 11. Additional comments, if any: This needs to be taken at the highest level for having CSIR consortium. Dr. S.Srikanth (Convener) OJr; Dr R N Das ~kj.

9 Very Good 11. Additional comments, if any: This needs to be taken at the highest level for having CSIR consortium. Dr. S.Srikanth (Convener) OJr; Dr R N Das ~kj.::~/'"' -~Ie Dr Samir V Kamat DrG K Dey Director, CSIR NIIST Director, CSIR AMPRI (TF Chairman Member) ShriNaresh Chandra Sharma Director,~ (TF Chairman-Member) ShriAjit Singh Director, CSIR CGCRI (TF Chairman-Member) Director, CSIR IICT (TF Chairman-Member) Director,~ (TF Chairman Member) Dire~ IMMT (TF Chairman {A c:.. ;':, Director, CSIR NCL (TF Chairman-Member) Director, CSIR-NEIST (TF Chairman- Member) Director, CSIR NIIST (TF Chairman ~t~~ Prof. S.K. Seshadri Dr. B~~~~~ ~ (Chairman) ~ Sectoral Monitoring Committee for review of the CSIR 12th FYP projects under the theme "Advanced Materials";Venue: CSIR-IMMT, Bhubaneswar Date: January,

Project-wise Reports of Sectorial Monitoring Committee

Project-wise Reports of Sectorial Monitoring Committee 1. Project Title: Advanced Microsensors and Microsystems : Design, Development and Applications 2. Project Details: Nodal Lab CSIR-Central Electronics