Schaeffler India has announced a strategic partnership with the Indian Institute of Science (IISC) to enhance research infrastructure at the Foundation for Science Innovation and Development (FSID). By providing high-performance computing capabilities, the initiative supports large-scale simulations, data-intensive modelling, and advanced analytics. This collaboration, facilitated through Schaeffler’s HOPE CSR program, aims to accelerate innovation in sustainable mobility, energy systems, and materials science while bridging the gap between academia and industrial application.
Advanced Computational Infrastructure at IISC
On May 13, 2026, Schaeffler India officially inaugurated new computational research facilities at the Foundation for Science Innovation and Development (FSID) in Bengaluru. The initiative focuses on scaling up research capabilities through the installation of high-performance hybrid computing workstations and clusters. These assets are supported by advanced in-rack cooling systems and power-backup infrastructure, designed to handle complex, large-scale simulations and data-intensive research projects.
Driving Collaborative Research
The establishment of this facility is part of a broader commitment signified by a Master Research Agreement (MRA) signed between Schaeffler India and IISC. This agreement provides a framework for multiple future research projects. The facility is expected to reach a peak performance of around 32 PFLOPs, utilizing a sophisticated blend of CPUs and GPUs. This computing power will directly benefit faculty members, researchers, and startups incubated at FSID, as well as external MSMEs and industry partners engaged in R&D.
Strategic Impact and Long-term Vision
Mr. Harsha Kadam, MD & CEO of Schaeffler India, highlighted that the initiative reflects a shared purpose between industry and academia to strengthen research across multiple disciplines. By fostering an environment of increased digitalization and automation, the partnership aims to develop intelligent and sustainable systems. As noted by Prof. B. Gurumoorthy and Sai Gautam Gopalakrishnan from IISC, this collaboration is a vital step toward accelerating scientific deliverables and preparing the next-generation workforce for challenges in energy systems, materials, and mobility solutions.
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