MAR ATHANASIUS COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
KOTHAMANGALAM, KERALA, INDIA
MAR ATHANASIUS COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
About RAICS
The International Conference on Recent
Advances in Intelligent Computational
Systems (RAICS) will be held in
Kothamangalam, Kerala, India from May 16
to May 18, 2024. The theme of RAICS 2024 is
Intelligent Computational Systems for
Humanity. The conference is open to
researchers, practitioners, and industry
professionals from all over the world.
RAICS will focus on the
interdisciplinary nature of intelligent
computational systems, encouraging
participants to present their research
contributions and pioneering concepts
that transcend traditional boundaries
within the realms of Electrical,
Electronics, Computer, and Information
sciences. It aims to attract
participants of international repute,
thereby fostering trans-cultural
collaboration and knowledge exchange on
a global scale. The conference will
feature keynote addresses by leading
researchers in the field, as well as
paper presentations, workshops, and
tutorials. It is also poised to serve as a
catalyst for fostering robust
collaborations between industry
stakeholders, academic institutions, and
research communities. The conference
will provide opportunities for
networking and discussion between
participants from different sectors,
with the goal of accelerating the
development and deployment of
intelligent computational systems.
About MACE
Mar Athanasius College of Engineering
pioneered engineering education in
central Kerala with a history of
excellence and innovation since 1961.
Managed by the Mar Athanasius College
Association, aided by the Government of
Kerala, the college was one of the
earliest and the topmost engineering
colleges in Kerala. MACE, as it is
popularly known, was the first
engineering college in Asia under
Christian management. The college offers
undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral
programs in various branches of
engineering and computer applications,
affiliated to KTU and approved by AICTE.
The NBA accredited full-fledged
departments, namely Mechanical
Engineering, Civil Engineering,
Electrical and Electronics Engineering,
Electronics and Communication
Engineering, Computer Science and
Engineering, and Computer Applications,
apart from the two auxiliary departments
of Mathematics and Science and
Humanities has been consistently ranked
among the top engineering colleges in
Kerala and India by various agencies and
surveys. The college is the first in
Kerala to be accredited by the NAAC with
an A+ grade. The college has a very
active IEEE Student Branch which is
currently the largest in the Kerala
Section. MACE has the vision to be a
center of excellence in engineering
education and research that fosters
innovation, entrepreneurship,
leadership, and social responsibility.
MACE has a mission to provide a quality
education that meets the needs and
expectations of the stakeholders; to
create an environment that promotes
research, development, consultancy, and
extension activities; to nurture
creativity, critical thinking,
problem-solving skills, and ethical
values among students; to collaborate
with industry, acadgemia, government,
and society for mutual benefit; and to
contribute to the advancement of
technology and the welfare of humanity.
About IEEE Kerala Section
IEEE Kerala Section is a vibrant and
dynamic community of engineers,
professionals, and students who are
passionate about Advancing Technology
for the benefit of Humanity. Established
in 1983, IEEE Kerala Section is among the
largest IEEE Sections in the world with
over 16,000 members across various
domains and disciplines. IEEE Kerala
Section offers its members numerous
opportunities for networking, learning,
volunteering, and collaborating on
various projects and initiatives. IEEE
Kerala Section also organises and
supports various events, workshops,
conferences, and contests to keep its
members updated with the latest trends
and developments in technology and the
industry. IEEE Kerala Section has two
Subsections, 17 technical Society
Chapters, one Technical Council Chapter,
four Affinity Group Chapters, nearly 100
active Student Branches, 250+ Student
Branch Chapters, 60 + Affinity Group
Chapters and SIGHT Community groups.
IEEE Kerala Section is committed to
fulfilling the vision and mission of
IEEE by serving the society and the
profession with excellence and
integrity. To learn more about IEEE
Kerala Section, please visit
https://ieeekerala.org
About Kothamangalam
Nestled in the pristine landscapes of
Kerala, India, Kothamangalam is a town
where nature and culture harmoniously
coexist. As you explore this enchanting
destination, you'll find a treasure
trove of experiences catering to diverse
interests. Nature enthusiasts will be
captivated by the Thattekad Bird
Sanctuary's 500+ bird species and the
serene beauty of Bhoothathankettu, a
picturesque dam site. Kothamangalam also
boasts architectural gems like the St.
Thomas Syro-Malabar Catholic Church and
the ornate Kothamangalam Mar Thoma
Cheriapally, steeped in history and
architectural splendour. But the allure
of Kothamangalam extends beyond its
borders. Just 80 kilometres away lies
the breathtaking hill station of Munnar.
Surrounded by rolling hills, tea
plantations, and lush greenery, Munnar
is a paradise for nature lovers. You can
visit tea estates, trek to scenic
viewpoints, and indulge in the region's
renowned tea culture. The Eravikulam
National Park, home to the endangered
Nilgiri Tahr, is another highlight.
Munnar's cool climate and serene
ambience make it a perfect escape from
the city. Back in Kothamangalam, don't
miss the opportunity to savour local
delicacies and the ever-popular banana
chips. Kothamangalam and Munnar together
offer a diverse range of experiences,
making them memorable destinations for
travellers with varied interests.
About Kochi
Kochi, the Queen of the Arabian Sea,
situated on the Kerala coast, is a city that seamlessly weaves
together its rich history and its vibrant
cultural heritage. Kochi's historical narrative is
a reflection of its past as a bustling
port city, which has influenced its
cuisine over centuries. The arrival of
traders and colonists brought a fusion
of flavours, making Kochi a culinary
melting pot. The city is renowned for
its spice trade history, and these
aromatic spices play a starring role in
its cuisine. Exploring Kochi's culinary scene is a gastronomic adventure in
itself. It is a delightful adventure encompassing a seafood extravaganza
featuring fish curries and Kerala fish fry, the iconic Appam and Stew breakfast,
local delicacies like Karimeen Pollichathu, and the sensory explosion of
flavours in the traditional Kerala Sadya feast. The liberal use of spices
infuses dishes with aromatic richness, as seen in Biryanis, Curries, and
Stir-fries, while the bustling streets of Kochi offer authentic street food
experiences with snacks like Banana chips and Samosas. Pairing meals with toddy,
a locally brewed palm wine, enhances the culinary journey, and concluding with
sweet treats like Kerala halwa and Payasam adds the perfect finishing touch to
this gastronomic exploration. Explore Fort Kochi's
colonial charm, visit the Dutch Palace
and Paradesi Synagogue, and savour
Kathakali performances. Stroll along
Marine Drive, discover royal heritage at
the Hill Palace Museum, and shop at Jew
Town. Cherai Beach offers relaxation,
while houseboat cruises unveil Kerala's
backwaters. Kochi, a captivating blend
of past and present, promises a
multifaceted travel experience.
Recent RAICS
Dates
Paper Submission
The RAICS 2024 aims to provide the most
relevant opportunity to bring together
researchers and practitioners from both
academia and industry to exchange their
knowledge and discuss their research
findings. The theme of the conference -
Intelligence Computational Systems for
Humanity covers a wide range of topics
related to intelligent computational
systems, including but not limited to:
Artificial intelligence and machine
learning, Highperformance computing, Big
data analytics, Cloud computing,
Internet of Things (IoT), Cybersecurity,
Natural language processing, Computer
vision, Human-computer interaction,
Quantum computing, Bioinformatics and
Robotics.
Topics of interest also include,
but are not limited to:
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
- Data Analytics
- Communication and Computer Networks
- Distributed Generation and Smart Grid Technologies
- Electrical Machines, Power electronics and Drives
- Guidance & Navigation control and Control systems
- Signal Processing and Communication
- VLSI and Embedded System
- IOT and Machine Learning
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Paper Submission Guidelines
Technical papers describing original, previously unpublished papers are solicited in all areas described above. The template for the conference is available at: https://www.ieee.org/conferences/publishing/templates.html
Authors are invited to submit papers through Microsoft’s Conference Management Toolkit (CMT). All submitted papers will be peer-reviewed based on their quality and relevance.
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Guidelines for Authors
The authors are invited to submit full papers up to 6 pages through: https://cmt3.research.microsoft.com/RAICS2024/Submission/Index
br After logging to the Conference Management System, please click on the “Create new submission” tab and follow the instructions. The Title of the paper and the Abstract are to be entered separately, along with the full paper. paper.
Accepted and presented papers of RAICS 2024 will be submitted for publication in the IEEE Xplore® Digital Library .
In order to be acceptable for publication submissions must make a new contribution to the scientific community. All submissions are processed through Crossref Similarity Check (iThenticate) to screen for plagiarism.
Foreign authors will be permitted to present in online mode.
Once the authors receive the acceptance notification, log on to Microsoft CMT Website and upload the Camera ready paper, generate e-copyright form and then upload the e-copyright form. Authors also need to do the registration in the link provided in the conference website. -
Instructions for Camera ready paper Submission RAICS 2024
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Step 1: Final Camera-ready paper preparation
- Please follow the IEEE two-column A4 size standard conference format for preparing your final manuscript. For more details, please visit the IEEE Templates page: IEEE Templates .
- Revised Version: Revise your paper based on reviewers’ comments/suggestions. The reviewer’s comments are available on the same Microsoft paper management site: Reviewer Comments
- The maximum page limit is six pages, including references. Do not include an author biography at the end. If additional pages are necessary, up to 8 pages are permitted subject to an extra payment of Rs. 500 ($25) per additional page.
- Similarity with other papers should be low (a similarity index below 25% is acceptable for publication). The maximum file size allowed is 3 MB, and the file format should be PDF (.pdf) without encryption or passwords.
- Authors are responsible for ensuring that the reviewers’ and meta-reviewers’ comments have been addressed in the final manuscript.
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Step 2: IEEE Copyright Notice
An appropriate copyright notice is to appear at the bottom of the first page of each paper. Replace the copyright notice in the camera-ready paper template with the correct copyright notice as follows:
- For papers in which all authors are employed by the US government, the copyright notice is: “U.S. Government work not protected by U.S. copyright.”
- For papers in which all authors are employed by a Crown government (UK, Canada, and Australia), the copyright notice is: “979-8-3503-8168-9/24/$31.00 ©2024 Crown.”
- For papers in which all authors are employed by the European Union, the copyright notice is: “979-8-3503-8168-9/24/$31.00©2024 European Union.”
- For all other papers, the copyright notice is: “979-8-3503-8168-9/24/$31.00 ©2024 IEEE.”
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Step 3: PDF eXpress check
After revising your paper, pass it through PDF eXpress using conference ID (61201X) at the following URL: PDF eXpress. If you do not have an account, click on the link “New Users – Click here” and provide your information (email address and password).
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Step 4: Camera-ready Paper Submission
Submit the final version of the paper (after passing it through PDF eXpress check) through the author console in CMT. Please note that you are expected to retain the original paper’s title in the final version, and the author list cannot be changed in the final manuscript. You should rename this exact file to confirm to the following naming convention: RAICS_paperID.pdf, where paper ID is the Microsoft CMT paper id.
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Step 5: Submission of the copyright form
IMPORTANT : Ensure that all authors have registered in CMT with their correct names and contact emails. IEEE e-copyright takes information from CMT, and any discrepancies with the names mentioned in the paper may result in the submission being removed from the conference publication and not uploaded to IEEE Xplore. Submitting e-copyright is a one-time process and cannot be corrected. For corrections, authors must contact IEEE directly; the conference cannot assist in this regard. After uploading the final camera-ready paper (which must have passed PDF Check in IEEE PDF eXpress), click on the ‘Submit IEEE Copyright Form’ link to access the IEEE Copyright Form Submission CMT page. Click on the IEEE copyright website link. You will be redirected to the IEEE eCF site to submit the copyright form. After completing the IEEE copyright form and copyright agreements, you will have the option to download the completed IEEE Copyright Form (the corresponding author will also receive the copyright form via email). Please upload it to the same page in CMT or use the ‘drop files here’ menu. The corresponding author may submit the copyright form for all the authors of the paper.
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Registration
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Registration Guidelines
At least one of the authors of each accepted paper must register for the conference for the paper to be included in the conference proceedings and published through IEEE Xplore.
Full registration includes the registration of one paper. Additional author registrations for the same paper come with an additional fee of 2000 INR/50 USD per head.
The maximum length of the paper is 6 pages including references.
Accepted and presented papers of RAICS 2024 will be submitted for possible publication in the IEEE IEEE Xplore® Digital Library. After logging to the Conference Management System, please click on the “Create new submission” tab and follow the instructions. The Title of the paper and the Abstract are to be entered separately, before uploading the paper. -
Registration Fees
For authors after getting the acceptance letter, the registration fees is as follows:
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Step 1: Click on the register button available
- Enter the payer details (Email ID, Mobile number, Name, Institute
name etc)
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Step 2: PAYMENT
- Select the appropriate ticket (Indian Academia/industrial author, Indian student author, Attendee, Foreign Academia/industrial author, Foreign student Author).
- If the participant is an IEEE Member. Do enter the coupon code IEEEMEMBER
- Complete the payment
Service tax for different payment methods are -
Step 3: Fill the EXTENDED FORM
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The details to be filled are Salutation, Category of Registrant
(IEEE member or not)
, If an IEEE Member Provide your Membership Id and
Upload Your IEEE Membership Card
, If a student,
Upload your Student Id
, Type of Delegate, Name of the Paper, Paper Id, Track name, food
preference
Submit the data
An automated mail will be send to the registered email ID once the registration process is completed.
| Delegates | Category | Fee incl. tax (Inclusive of 18% GST) |
|---|---|---|
| Attendee | IEEE Member | INR 2000 |
| Non IEEE Member | INR 3000 | |
| Indian Student Authors | IEEE Member | INR 6000 |
| Non IEEE Member | INR 7000 | |
| Indian Academia/Industry Authors | IEEE Member | INR 8000 |
| Non IEEE Member | INR 9000 | |
| Foreign Student Authors | IEEE Member | USD 200 |
| Non IEEE Member | USD 225 | |
| Foreign Academia/Industry Authors | IEEE Member | USD 250 |
| Non IEEE Member | USD 300 |
*Exclusive of service tax.
Online payment gateway UNSTOP is used. The registration process for the
conference will be complete only if all the 3 steps are completed.
THE REGISTRATION FEES IS INCLUSIVE OF 18% GST AND EXCLUSIVE OF PAYMENT
GATEWAY SERVICE CHARGE
| PAYMENT PLATFORM | SERVICE TAX |
|---|---|
| UPI (Google Pay, BHIM, PhonePe, etc.) | 2 % |
| Internet Banking (All Major Banks) | 3 % |
| Indian Credit/ Debit Card (Visa, Mastercard, RuPay, Maestro) | 3 % |
| Wallet (MobiKwik, Freecharge, etc.) | 3 % |
| International Credit/ Debit Card | 5 % / 3% |
Venue : Mar Athanasius College of Engineering
The RAICS 2024 will be hosted by Mar
Athanasius College of Engineering
Kothamangalam. The institute has
multiple halls for conducting seminars,
conferences, and other events. The halls
are well equipped with advanced sound
systems and projectors that provide a
good atmosphere for sessions and
lectures. There are five seminar halls
provided by our institution in different
blocks. The halls are big enough to
accommodate the expected crowd. All
these seminar halls are
air conditioned and spacious, providing
a world class facility for the
attendees. We have a large men’s hostel
with 5 different blocks and can
accommodate about 500 people and a
women’s hostel which can also
accommodate nearly 500 people. We also
have plenty of other private hostels and
lodging facilities for both men and
women within a 2 km span of the college.
Besides, The Silver Tips, is a four star
hotel which is at a distance of 2 km
from the college.
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Transportation
Transportation details from Kothamangalam
- Nearest Airport: Cochin International Airport (CIAL), approximately 32 km away
- Nearest Railway Station: Aluva Railway Station (34 km away) & Angamaly/Kalady Railway Station (35 km)
Public Transport Options
- Kerala State RTC bus stand 2.8 km away from the college
- Private bus stand, nearly 1.6kms away from the college.
- Taxis and Cabs for local transportation.
Accommodation
- The conference attendees will be provided hostels for a nominal charge of Rs 500/-
- There are many low budget and good hotels available in the Kothamangalam town which is only 2Km radius away from the college.
