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DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

The Department of Robotics & Automation Engineering offers B.E. degree program with an intake of 60 students in a year. The department has over 15 instructional and research laboratories, equipped with some of the research instruments and systems. Robotics & Automation Engineering plays a crucial role in manufacturing of automobiles to airplanes, from refrigerators to cryogenic engines. The department has progressed over time to keep up with the challenges in technology advancement, while maintaining a strong base in the fundamental aspects of Mechanical Engineering.

Our research labs include Nanoscience and Nanotechnology research center, Digital Manufacturing, Additive Manufacturing, and Bio-mechanical Laboratories. Several faculty members serve as reviewer of technical articles for International and National Journals. Graduating students have excellent opportunities to build a career in manufacturing industry and research - in automotive, aerospace, heavy machinery, pharmaceutical and chemical process plants, and power generation.

QUICK FACTS

Doctorates
10
Ph.D Pursuing
5
COE
4
BE Intake
60

Vision

To be a Centre of Excellence in Robotics & Automation Engineering education and interdisciplinary research to confront real world societal problems with professional ethics.

Mission

Department of Basic Science Engineering & Humanities is committed to:

  • M1 - To promote the frontiers of pedagogy amongst students and develop new paradigms in research.
  • M2 - To develop products, processes, and technologies for the benefit of the society in collaboration with industry and commerce.
  • M3 - To mold young minds and build a comprehensive personality by nurturing strong professionals with human ethics through interaction with the alumni, experts from academia / industry, research organizations, higher study institutions and area experts.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Duration & Eligibility of Robotics & Automation Engineering Course:

  • DURATION:

    4 Years.

  • ELIGIBILITY:

    Pass in 10+2 / Higher Secondary (HS) / Pre University (PUC) / 'A' Level (with 12 years of schooling) or its equivalent with English as one of the languages.

    Shall have secured a minimum of 45% marks in aggregate in Physics, Mathematics and any one of the following : Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, Electronics.

    AIT admits students as per prevailing rules and regulations of VTU.

  • ADD-ON COURSE PROVIDED:

    Be the New Age Engineer of Tomorrow with B.E Robotics & Automation Engineering ++ Course
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Toppers

2016 Admitted Students
#USNNameAverage CGPA
11AT16ME025Hareesh V8.506
21AT16ME063Pradeep B P8.303
3 1AT16ME051Nabeel Ahmad A 8.239
4 1AT16ME066Pranav P8.215
5 1AT16ME086Shivraj Joshi8.199
6 1AT16ME102 Ullas C S8.195
7 1AT16ME024Gururaj Jangwad8.180
8 1AT16ME014Bindushree B 7.911
91AT16ME088Srikanth H C7.886
101AT16ME100Tejesvi Chakravarthy 7.813
2015 Admitted Students
#USNNameAverage CGPA
11AT15ME044Jaipal Reddy 7.608
21AT15ME018Ashirwad K7.564
31AT15ME065Nikhil C 7.512
41AT15ME050Kunal Agarwal7.507
51AT15ME085Samaratha P Kaushik7.475
6 1AT15ME066Niranth A J7.344
71AT15ME069Pradeep Kumar G7.312
81AT15ME072Pranava A R7.220
91AT15ME074Prashanth K7.023
101AT15ME076Puneeth Kumar A7.010
2014 Admitted Students
#USNNameAverage CGPA
11AT14ME099 VARUN KUMAR S9.414
21AT14ME086Siddartha PP8.991
31AT14ME041Manjunath G8.893
41AT14ME062 Rohith Yadav8.893
5 1AT14ME049Niranjan K Badam 8.695
61AT14ME109Yogesh G B8.609
71AT14ME043Manoj S Gowda8.524
81AT14ME013Bhandarkavathe Sagar Someshwar8.482
91AT14ME067 Sachin Reddy J S8.397
101AT14ME088 Srinidhi S V8.361

DEPARTMENT HIGHLIGHTS

FACULTY HIGHLIGHTS

The Robotics & Automation Department at Atria Institute of Technology comprises a balanced mixture of vast experienced & young and dynamic faculties.

The average experience of the department is around 1.3 decades.

Celebrating and commemorating days pertinent to the field of Engineering such as National Mathematics Day, National Science Day, Pi Approximation Day, and many more.

Grants Received
STUDENT HIGHLIGHTS

The students of Robotics & Automation Engineering department are constantly encouraged and motivated to enrol for the courses offered on the National Programme on Technology Enhanced Learning (NPTEL) Platform.

The department offers the students a choice to tailor their course of study with the Robotics & Automation Engineering ++ Program that includes a year of study in Germany.

As part of AICTE Activity guidelines by VTU, our students to upkeep themselves & surroundings in this pandemic period, rendered services in village-SHRAMADHAN for a period of 80 hours. The overall agenda was to spread the awareness of cleanliness with regards to COVID-19 & Swachh Bharat.

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PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES (PEOs)

The graduates will be able to:

  • PEO 1: Apply fundamental Basic Science and Computer aided technology to solve problems encountered in all streams of Robotics & Automation Engineering and beyond like Robotics, Nano science and Computational fluid dynamics.
  • PEO 2: Demonstrate professionalism and accountability by applying their technical skills and knowledge; across the spectrum of scientific disciplines in Additive manufacturing, Digital mechatronics thereby supporting local and global societies.
  • PEO 3: Work ethically both as an individual and as a team member, eventually becoming leaders in various domains such as entrepreneurship, education, and administration.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES (POs)

Robotics & Automation Engineering graduates will be able to learn:

  • Engineering Knowledge: Apply the knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals, and an engineering specialization to the solution of complex engineering problems.
  • Problem Analysis: Identify, formulate, review research literature, and analyze complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering sciences.
  • Design/Development of Solutions: Design solutions for complex engineering problems and design system components or processes that meet the specified needs with appropriate consideration for the public health and safety, and the cultural, societal, and environmental considerations.
  • Conduct Investigations of Complex Problems: Use research-based knowledge and research methods including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of the information to provide valid conclusions.
  • Modern Tool Usage: Create, select, and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools including prediction and modeling to complex engineering activities with an understanding of the limitations.
  • The engineer and society: Apply reasoning informed by the contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to the professional engineering practice.
  • Environment and Sustainability: Understand the impact of the professional engineering solutions in societal and environmental contexts, and demonstrate the knowledge of, and need for sustainable development.
  • Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of the engineering practice.
  • Individual and Team Work: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse teams, and in multidisciplinary settings.
  • Communication: Communicate effectively on complex engineering activities with the engineering community and with society at large, such as, being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions.
  • Project Management and Finance: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the engineering and management principles and apply these to one’s own work, as a member and leader in a team, to manage projects and in multidisciplinary environments.
  • Life-Long Learning: Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability to engage in independent and life-long learning in the broadest context of technological change.

PROGRAM SPECIFIC OUTCOMES (PSOs)

  • PSO 1: Apply concepts and principles from Applied Mechanics to design, develop and evaluate Mechanical components or systems including Robotics drives for a specified purpose using computational tools.
  • PSO 2: Create Mechanical systems using energy conversion edifices governing laws of Thermodynamics, Heat transfer, Fluid Power and Computation fluid dynamics along with their embedded controllers as per requirements and specifications.
  • PSO 3: Utilizing the knowledge and learning of materials and manufacturing and Nano sciences to design, plan and monitor production operations in an industry emphasizing Additive manufacturing, Digital mechatronics, Total quality, Managerial aspects in improvement of life cycle of a product / system keeping environmental considerations.

COURSES OFFERED

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering
M.Sc.(Engg.)
by Research
B.E. in Mechanical Engineering

CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE

MAM

Metal Additive Manufacturing

MAM is one among the seven important categories of AM processes documented under Direct Energy Deposition.

Computational Mechanics Laboratory

The Computational Mechanics Laboratory

The use of computational methods to study phenomena governed by the principles of mechanics.

Digital Manufacturing

Digital Manufacturing

Brings awareness among the students on the latest developments taking place in the area of Mechatronics leading to automation.

Head of the Department and Faculties

Dr_Venkategowda_ME

Dr. Venkate Gowda C

Professor & Head of Department - Robotic & Automation Engineering

  • M.Tech (Machine Design)- VTU.
  • Ph.D (Hybrid Composite Frequency Analysis) - VTU.
  • Area of Research: Machine Design.
  • International Publications (10) , National Conferences (8), International Conferences(6).
  • Total Experience: 25 Years.
Civil Engineering
#PhotoNameSpecializationQualificationExperience
1Dr. Rajesha SDr. Rajesha S
Professor & Principal
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Advanced Manufacturing Process, Hybrid Machining Process, Metal Matrix Composites, Metal Costing, Microwave Metal Processing, and Advance Welding Technology.M.Tech. (Maintenance Engineering),Ph.D35 Yrs
2Dr. Venkate Gowda CDr. Venkate Gowda C
Professor & HoD
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Machine DesignM.Tech (Machine Design),Ph.D25 Yrs
3Dr. T. N. SreenivasaDr. T. N. Sreenivasa
Professor & On Deputation as Registrar Evaluation - VTU
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Manufacturing & Materials.M.E. (Mechanical-Metal Casting Science and Engineering),Ph.D (Mechanical Engineering)31 Yrs
4Dr. K. Narasimha MurthyDr. K. Narasimha Murthy
Professor
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Metal Casting SciencesM.Tech (Metal Casting),Ph.D (Mechanical Engineering)34 Yrs
5Dr. S. SeetharamuDr. S. Seetharamu
Professor
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Energy Technology and Field Engineering Applications Materials TechnologyM.E. (Mechanical Engineering),Ph.D (Mechanical Engineering)38 Yrs
6Mr. Praveen Kumar B. C.Mr. Praveen Kumar B. C.
Assistant Professor
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Manufacturing Science & EngineeringB.E. (Mechanical),M.Tech (Manufacturing Science & Engineering)9 Yrs
7Mr. Puneeth H. M.Mr. Puneeth H. M.
Assistant Professor
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Machine DesignB.E. (Mechanical),M.Tech (Machine Design)8 Yrs
8Dr. Srinivasa Chari V.Dr. Srinivasa Chari V.
Assistant Professor
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CAD/CAMB.E. ( Mechanical),M.Tech ( CAD/CAM )8 Yrs
9Mr. Prashanth Kumar SMr. Prashanth Kumar S
Assistant Professor
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Thermal Engineering System TechnologyM.Tech (Thermal Power Engineering) ,Davnagere University11 Yrs
10Dr. Manjunatha C JDr. Manjunatha C J
Assistant Professor
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Machine DesignPh.D (Composite Materials) - VTU,M.Tech (Machine Design)- VTU12 Yrs
11Dr. Harish Kumar N SDr. Harish Kumar N S
Assistant Professor
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Machine DesignPh.D (Reliabity Analysis for Mechanical Equipments) - NITK, Surathkal M.Tech (Machine Design)- VTU11 Yrs
12Dr. Srikumar BiradarDr. Srikumar Biradar
Assistant Professor
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MechanicalPh.D (Polymer Composites) - NITK, Surathkal,M.Tech (Industrial Process Equipment Design)- SVNIT, Surat12 Yrs
13Mr. Jerin Raju JohnMr. Jerin Raju John
Assistant Professor
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Product Design and ManufacturingM.Tech (Product Design and Manufacturing)2 Yrs
14Mr. Manu M SMr. Manu M S
Assistant Professor
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Machine DesignM.Tech (Machine Design )8 Yrs
15Mr. Anil Kumar B NMr. Anil Kumar B N
Assistant Professor
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Mechanical EngineeringM.Tech (Manufacturing Science & Engineerin) 15 Yrs
16Mr. Akash BiradarMr. Akash Biradar
Assistant Professor
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Mechanical Engineering [Tool Engineering] M.Tech (Tool Engineering)3 Yrs
17Dr. Ravichandra K RDr. Ravichandra K R
Professor & Dean – Academics
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Mechanical – Manufacturing, Energy StorageUG - BE Automobile Engineering, PG - ME Manufacturing Engineering – University of Malaysia, Ph.D - Mechanical – University Technology Malaysia31Yrs
18Dr. Santhosh Kumar PandaDr. Santhosh Kumar Panda
Assistant Professor
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Mechanical Engineering [Thermal] PhD10 Yrs
19Dr. Deep ShankarDr. Deep Shankar
Assistant Professor
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Manufacturing Systems EngineeringPhD5 Yrs
20Dr. Rajanna LDr. Rajanna L
Assistant Professor
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Computer Integrated ManufacturingPhD19 Yrs
21Mr. Rakesh T GMr. Rakesh T G
Assistant Professor
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Thermal EngineeringM.Tech (Thermal Engineering )15 Yrs

DEPARTMENT RESEARCH DETAILS

The Department of Robotics & Automation Engineering is well qualified with eminent faculty members who are guiding Ph.D. scholars in advanced areas of Robotics & Automation Engineering like Additive Manufacturing, Nano Materials etc. The department is actively involved in current areas ofRobotics & Automation Engineering presenting papers at conferences and reputed journals. A track record of at least one project-proposal getting selected every year in KSCST Annual Project Proposal Contests. Faculty of the department have executed many research projects supported by VTU, KSCST, VGST and other prestigious educational and research-oriented organizations. Regular technical talks and seminars/workshops are being conducted for both faculty and students. Below numbers display the strength of the department in terms of research.

RESEARCH DETAILS

International Journals & Conferences
192
National Journals & Conferences
101
Total Grants Received
67.66L
Total Grants Submitted
10L
Total Books Published / Patents / IPRs
3

PhotoNameUniversity/Institute NameCountry
Prof. Satyam SuwasProf. Satyam Suwas
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Materials Engineering, Indian Institute of Science (IISc)Bangalore, India
Prof. Prashanth Konda GokuldossProf. Prashanth Konda Gokuldoss
University of TallinTallinn, Estonia
Prof. D. V. KiranProf. D. V. Kiran
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) - TirupatiTirupati, India
Prof. Anand SubramanianProf. Anand Subramanian
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) - JammuJammu, India
Dr. N. BalashanmugamDr. N. Balashanmugam
Central Manufacturing Technology InstituteBangalore, India
Mr. Nagesh B. K.Mr. Nagesh B. K.
Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE)Bangalore, India

B K Kumar
Mr. B. K. Kumar
  • Global Head, Consulting & Enterprise Solutions, Tech Mahindra.
  • Digital Supply Chain Transformation.
  • Consultant to Fortune 100 companies in America, Europe and Japan.
  • Former Head of R&D, L&T Construction Equipment Division
  • B.E. (Mechanical), MBA.

Central Manufacturing Technology Institute (CMTI) an autonomous R&D organization and registered as a society under Mysore Societies Act and under the administrative control of the Ministry of Heavy Industries & Public Enterprises, Department of Heavy Industry, Government of India.

MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING (MoU)
#PartyNamePurpose of MoU AgreementMoU Agreement
1Central Manufacturing Technology Institute (CMTI), BengaluruTo jointly work on R&D in Design and Manufacturing Engineering and also in areas like Micromachining, Green Manufacturing, Smart Manufacturing, Industrial Ergonomics, Additive Manufacturing, Welding, Machining, Finishing, Metrology and other Advanced Manufacturing Technology areas. Read More
2SkillDzire Technologies Private Limited, Hyderabad,To jointly work on imparting knowledge by conducting workshops, FDPs, internships, job-oriented trainings, placements, real time projects and industry training and provide placements to the deserving candidates. Read More
3Cadmaxx Solutions Education Trust, Bengaluru The purpose of this Agreement is to promote collaboration in engineering education and problem-solving activities between the Department of Mechanical Engineering of Atria Institute of Technology and Cadmaxx Solutions Education Trust. Read More
4LGS Trust,BengaluruImplementation of AICTE Activity Points as per the rules set by AICTE and VTU for the students of 2nd Party completely on online via the website www.lgstrust.com. Timeline to achieve the goal depends on the student involvement with the project. However as per our analysis, a project for 20 points can be completed within 10 to 15 days. There are no limitations on the registration. Our site will be up 24/7 allowing students to register at any time. Site is developed in such a way that students need not to wait for the instructor. They can continue their task at any time at their convenience. However it is advisable to follow the instructions of their department and VTU Read More
5Prinston Smart Engineers,BengaluruThe Memorandum of Understanding is made between Department of Mechanical Engineering, ATRIA Institute of Technology and PRINSTON SMART ENGINEERS, to promote the cooperation in Workshops, Conferences and Seminars/webinars would be mutually beneficial. The areas of cooperation may include, subject to mutual consent, any deniable and foamble activity that would further the goals of each institution. Such interaction may include cooperation in a variety of joint academic and educational activities. Read More
6Vocuni Private Limited,BengaluruThe purpose of this Agreement is to promote collaboration in engineering education and problem-solving activities between the Department of Mechanical Engineering of Atria Institute of Technology and Vocuni Private limited 2C 202 2nd cross 3rd Block H.R.B.R. Layout St Thomas Town, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India 560084 Read More
7Square Edge,BengaluruThe Memorandum of Understanding is made between Department of Mechanical Engineering, ATRIA Institute of Technology and PRINSTON SMART ENGINEERS, to give the training on latest skill which is required current technology like Catia, Cadd Naxt, Solid works Read More
8Society of Automative Engineers ,IndiaTo enhance the knowledge base of student members about recent trends in the engineering of mobility systems To benefit its student members and faculty with knowledge of the latest advancements in technology in the field of automobiles To provide to its members access to SAE International programs and services globally enabling them to practice world class standard in productivity and quality To provide a forum for members to informally exchange views and ideas Read More
9Hypotech Hydraulics Pvt. Ltd., Bengaluru ,IndiaThe main objective of the MoU is Development of Job-Ready Manpower for the Manufacturing Sector, Technology Transfer & Knowledge Upgradation, Research Capability Enhancement of AIT Faculty, Opportunities for Qualification Enhancement of Hypotech Hydraulics Pvt Ltd Employee and Development of Capabilities and Institutionalized Platforms for Futuristic Requirements. Read More
10Silicon Micro Systems, Bengaluru, IndiaThe main objective of the MoU is Development of Job-Ready Manpower for the Manufacturing Sector, Technology Transfer & Knowledge Upgradation, Research Capability Enhancement of AIT Faculty, Opportunities for Qualification Enhancement of Hypotech Hydraulics Pvt Ltd Employee and Development of Capabilities and Institutionalized Platforms for Futuristic Requirements. Read More
11Medini Technologies,Bengaluru IndiaThe main objective of the MoU is Collaborative Work for Design and Analysis of components and Utilizing SILICON MICROSYSTEMS Facilities for experimental work, Joint Research Activities, Sponsorship for PhD Programs, Offering UG Projects. Read More
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PLACEMENT STATISTICS FROM 2019 to 2020
Academic YearTotal No. of StudentsTotal No. Offers ReceivedTotal No. of Students PlacedLinks
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2020-21824743 Read More
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2018-19724035 Read More
PLACEMENT STATISTICS FROM 2019 to 2020
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2019-20902590 Read More

#AICTE ActivityLinks
1AICTE Circular- Earning of Activity Points for Award of Degree for students admitted under 2018 Regulations. Read More
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SemesterSubjectView
I
  • 21ME15/25 ELEMENTS OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
III
  • 18ME32 Mechanics of Materials
  • 18ME33 Basic Thermodynamics
  • 18ME34 Material Science
  • 18ME35A Metal cutting and forming
  • 18ME36A Computer Aided Machine Drawing
  • 18MEL37A Material Testing lab
  • 18MEL38B Foundry,Forging and Welding lab
IV
  • 18ME42 Applied Thermodynamics
  • 18ME43 Fluid Mechanics
  • 18ME44 Kinematics of Machines
  • 18ME45A Metal cutting and forming
  • 18ME46B Mechanical Measurements and Metrology
  • 18MEL47B Mechanical Measurements and Metrology lab
  • 8MEL48A Workshop and Machine Shop Practice (Consists of Fitting, and Machining)
V
  • 18ME51 Management and Economics
  • 18ME52 Design of Machine Elements I
  • 18ME53 Dynamics of Machines/a>
  • 18ME54 Turbo Machines
  • 18ME55 Fluid Power Engineering
  • 18ME56 Operations Management
  • 18MEL57 Fluid Mechanics/Machines lab
  • 18MEL58 Energy Conversion Lab
VI
  • 18ME61 Finite Element Methods
  • 18ME62 Design of Machine Elements II
  • 18ME63 Heat Transfer
  • 18ME641 Non-Traditional Machining
  • 18ME651 Non Conventional Energy Resources
  • 18MEL66 Computer Aided Modelling and Analysis Lab
  • 18MEL67 Heat Transfer Lab
VII
  • 18ME71 Control Engineering
  • 18ME72 Computer Aided Design and Manufacturing
  • 18ME734 Total Quality Management
  • 18ME741 Additive Manufacturing
  • 18ME751 Energy and Environment
  • 18MEL76 Computer Integrated Manufacturing Lab
  • 18MEL77 Design Lab
VIII
  • 18ME81 Energy Engineering
  • 18ME822 Tribology

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