Arthur C Clarke Institute for Modern Technologies
The ACCIMT is continuing a project to identify the paddy cultivated areas and to forecast the yield before harvesting in major paddy cultivation districts (Polonnaruwa, Kurunegala, Ampara, Batticaloa, Hambantota, Anuradhapura, & Trincomalee) of Sri Lanka using free satellite data. A pilot project has been completed for Ampara district for Yala season-2018.
Receiving and distribution of earth observation data through National Hub project have enormous potential for space technology applications in many spheres of governmental, business and citizen-service activity, in terms of enhanced effectiveness, efficiency and economy.
Research, design and development activities in identified modern technology areas are the key statute function of the ACCIMT. Hence the institute actively involved in following subject domains.
The ACCIMT is housed with well-equipped laboratory facilities and technical expertise to provide test & measurement services, instrument calibration and technical consultancies in specific areas related to electronics, electrical & telecommunication.
The ACCIMT conducts a wide range of training activities spanning from Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programmes for engineers, other professionals and technicians in the industry to basic and intermediate level training courses targeting technology savvy individuals including students.