Architecting the Sound of Electric Vehicles – Silence to Signature
September 26, 2026 Regenta Place, Cunningham Road Bangalore, Park Road, Shivaji Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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A one-day deep dive into AVAS, Psychoacoustics & Automotive Sound Design ABOUT THE PROGRAM Designing the sound a silent car makes. As electric vehicles replace the familiar hum of combustion, engineers face a new challenge — engineering the sound of near-silent machines. This intensive one-day programme moves from the physics and psychoacoustics of vehicle sound, through global and Indian regulation, into full AVAS system architecture, sound design and advanced in-cabin acoustics. Delivered by practising industry experts with India-aware context. It is built for engineers shaping how the next generation of EVs will be heard.
Curated by SAEINDIA Bengaluru Section and delivered by practising industry experts, with India-aware context and live case studies throughout.
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The global mandates governing AVAS, how they differ, and India's AIS-173 requirements and 2026/27 compliance timeline.
Ravi Raj
11:15 am - 11:30 am
Networking Tea Break
Networking with Industry and Academia Colleagues
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
AVAS System Architecture Deep Dive
The full signal chain end to end: E/E placement, sound synthesis, amplifier design and transducer selection for a production AVAS.
Vinayaka Hegde
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Lunch & Networking
Lunch & Networking
2:00 pm - 2:45 pm
Sound Design & Audio Engineering
The craft of moving beyond a compliance tone to a distinctive, intentional brand voice for the vehicle.
Vinayaka Hegde
2:45 pm - 3:45 pm
ANC / RNC, In-cabin Audio & Siren AI
Siren AI — Vinayaka HegdeAdvanced acoustics: active/road noise cancellation (FxLMS), personal sound zones, siren detection, and the unified acoustic domain.
Vinayaka Hegde
3:45 pm - 4:00 pm
Networking Tea Break
Networking with Industry and Academia Colleagues
4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
Market, Ecosystem & Business Leadership
Market sizing, capability gaps, the ~80-player supplier landscape, and where the India opportunity sits.
Ravi Raj
4:45 pm - 5:15 pm
The Future
Software-defined sound and a five-year outlook for automotive acoustics.
Ravi Raj
5:15 pm - 5:45 pm
Q&A and Wrap-up
Open floor with both speakers, discussion and closing remarks.
Engineers and technical leaders working on EV acoustics, NVH, audio/infotainment, E/E architecture, and compliance — plus product managers and suppliers entering the AVAS space. Both newcomers wanting a structured grounding and practitioners looking to deepen system-level knowledge will find it useful.
2. Do I need a background in acoustics?
No. The morning starts from first principles — the physics of sound and psychoacoustics — before moving into regulation and architecture. A general engineering background is enough to follow the full day.
3. What is AVAS, and why does it matter now?
AVAS (Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System) is the sound an electric vehicle emits so pedestrians can hear it approaching. It matters now because it is legally mandated — UN R138, FMVSS 141 and India's AIS-173 — with India's compliance timeline landing in 2026/27.
4. When and where is the programme held?
Saturday, 22 August 2026, from 08:30 to 17:45 IST at Regenta Place, Bengaluru. It is a full-day, in-person programme.
5. How do I register?
Register online at https://saeibspdp.org/pdp/ev-avas-26/. Seats are limited, so early registration is recommended.
6. Can my team attend together?
Yes — groups of 5 or more get 10% off when registered together. This is a good fit for teams wanting a shared grounding in EV engineering. Write to us - contact@saeibspdp.org.
7.Will I receive a certificate?
Yes, a certificate of participation from SAEINDIA Bengaluru Section will be provided to all attendees.
8. Are meals included?
Lunch, tea/coffee, and networking breaks are included in the registration fee.
9. What should I bring?
Just yourself and a business/photo ID for entry; bring a notebook or laptop if you'd like to take notes.
10. Whom do I contact for questions?
Email contact@saeibspdp.org or call +91 90263 10981
Date :
September 26, 2026
Time :
8:30 am - 6:00 pm
(Asia/Calcutta)
Venue :
Regenta Place, Cunningham Road Bangalore, Park Road, Shivaji Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
