International Conference on Mechanics, Materials and Mechatronics
About conference
The 1st International Conference on Mechanics, Materials and Mechatronics (ICM³ 2026), hosted by Mahindra University, Hyderabad aims to provide a platform for graduate and research scholars, as well as scientists in industry and academia, to share new research and highlight ongoing R&D work. The conference theme, “Mechanics, Materials and Mechatronics: Engineering the Future,” balances classical mechanical engineering with future-focused innovations. The conference will feature keynote lectures by invited experts and technical paper presentations.
We invite submissions of papers from the following tracks:
- Mechanics & Dynamics: This track covers topics like applied and computational mechanics, fluid and thermal systems, biomechanics, finite element analysis, and multi-body dynamics.
- Materials & Manufacturing: Areas of focus include advanced materials, microstructures and composites, conventional and advanced manufacturing, additive and digital manufacturing, and sustainable and smart manufacturing systems.
- Mechatronics & Automation: This track encompasses mechatronic systems and control, robotics and intelligent automation, industrial and smart automation, and special applications in automation.
- Energy & Propulsion: Topics include sustainable energy systems, solar and wind energy, energy storage, air-breathing propulsion, and rocket propulsion.
Click Here for Extended Abstract Submission
The Microsoft CMT service was used for managing the peer-reviewing process for this conference. This service was provided for free by Microsoft and they bore all expenses, including costs for Azure cloud services as well as for software development and support.
Conference Proceedings & Publication
The proceedings of the 1st International Conference on Mechanics, Materials and Mechatronics (ICM³ 2026) will be published by Atlantis Press, a globally recognized professional publisher and part of the Springer Nature group.
All accepted and presented papers will be featured in a dedicated proceedings volume, ensuring that your research is disseminated to a worldwide audience of scholars and industry experts. In alignment with international academic standards, every submission will undergo a rigorous double-blind peer-review process conducted by our technical committee.
To maximize the impact and visibility of your work, the published proceedings will be Open Access and will be submitted for indexing in major bibliographic databases.
Conference details
Conference committee
Chief Patrons:
- Yajulu Medury, Vice Chancellor, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India
- Bishnu Pal, Dean Academics, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India
- Arya Bhattacharya, Dean Research, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India
Conference Chair:
- Debasis Chakraborty, Professor and Head, Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Mahindra
University, Hyderabad, India
Convener:
- Sebastian Uppapalli, Associate Professor Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Mahindra
University, Hyderabad, India
Co-Convener:
- Harshavardhan Kalathur, Assistant Professor Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Mahindra
University, Hyderabad, India
Technical Program Committee:
- Dr. K. Ananthanarayanan – Advisor, DRDL, Hyderabad
- Mr. Sandeep Thakur, Advisor, Airbus India Pvt. Ltd., Bengaluru
- Dr. Sundar Krishnaswami, Advisor – GE Aviation
- Dr. SVS Narayana Murty, Advisor – Midhani Ltd.
- Dr. Sanjay Dhage, Advisor – ARCI
- Dr. Kondaiah Pulla, Associate Professor, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India.
- Dr. Gouripriya S, Assistant Professor, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India.
- Dr. Manjul Sharma, Assistant Professor, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India.
- Dr. Abhishek Kaushik, Assistant Professor, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India.
Track Chairs:
Mechanics & Dynamics
- Prasad Pokkunuri, Associate Professor, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India.
Materials & Manufacturing
- Palash Roy Choudhury, Associate Professor, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India.
Mechatronics & Automation
- Deep Seth, Associate Professor, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India.
Energy & Propulsion
- Ravi Bompelly, Associate Professor, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India.
Organizing Committee Chairs:
Finance and Budget
- Sebastian Uppapall, Associate Professor, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India.
Publicity and Outreach
- K. M. Kiran Babu, Assistant Professor, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India.
Pre-Conference Workshops
- Jagan Padbidri, Associate Professor, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India.
Logistics and Venue
- Harshavardhan Kalathur, Assistant Professor, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India.
Awards and Grants
- Prahallada J, Assistant Professor, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India.
Sponsorship and Exhibition
- Devanandham Henry, Assistant Professor, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India.
Registration
- Abhijit Bhattacharyya, Professor, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India.
Volunteer Coordination
- Praveen Konka, Assistant Professor, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India.
Keynote Speakers:
- Prof. John W. Hutchinson, Harvard University
- Prof. H. S. Mukunda, Indian Institute of Science (IISc)
Invited speakers:
- Prof. Roderic Lakes, University of Wisconsin-Madison
- Prof. Mahesh Panchagnula, Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IITM)
- Prof. Joseph Mathew, Indian Institute of Science (IISc)
- Prof. Prasad Patnaik B S V, Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IITM)
- Prof. Christophe Corre, Ecole Centrale de Lyon
- Prof. Amit Agrawal, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IITB)
- Dr. Ajay Harish, The University of Manchester
- Prof. Julien Scheibert, Ecole Centrale de Lyons
- Dr. Sundar Krishnaswami, GE Aviation
- Dr. Damien CHABLAT, Ecole Centrale de Nantes
- Prof. S. K. Saha, Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IITD)
- Dr. Suhanya Duraiswamy, Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH)
- Prof. P. M. Pathak, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT-Roorkee)
- Dr. Eswara Prasad Korimilli, Indian Institute of Technology Indore (IIT-Indore)
- Dr. Hare Krishna Yadav, Indian Institute of Technology Indore (IIT-Indore)
- Dr. Sanjay R. Dhage, International advanced Research Center for Power Metallurgy and New Materials (ARCI)
- Dr. Ramulu Mamidala, University of Washington
- Dr. Pranab Kumar Mondal, IIT Guwahati
- Prof. N Venkata Reddy, IITH
- Dr. Vineet Vashista, IITGN
- Prof. Venkateshm B, IITH
Important dates
| Call for Papers (CFP) | 10 October 2025 |
| Last Date for Submission of Extended Abstracts | 26 January 2026 |
| Notification of Accepted Papers | 30 January 2026 |
| Last Date Early Bird Registration | 25 February 2026 |
| Submission of Camera Ready Paper | 10 March 2026 |
| Last Date for Registration | 15 March 2026 |
| Conference | 23 – 25 March 2026 |
Conference tracks
| Track 1: Mechanics & Dynamics | Track 2: Materials and Manufacturing |
|---|---|
| Applied Mechanics | Conventional and Advanced Manufacturing |
| Biomechanics | Machining, Casting, Forming, and Joining |
| Finite Element Analysis for Solids and Fluids | Micro/Nano Manufacturing |
| Engineering Optimization | Tool Wear |
| Fatigue, Fracture and Failure Analysis | Surface Integrity |
| Fluid Structure Interaction | Process Optimization |
| Multi-Body Dynamics | Tribology in High-Speed and Precision Manufacturing |
| Fluid and Thermal Systems | Additive and Digital Manufacturing |
| Fundamental Studies in Fluid Mechanics | 3D/4D printing of Metals, Polymers and Ceramics |
| Instability, Transition and Turbulence | Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM) |
| Measurement Techniques for Fluid Flow | Digital Twins |
| Multi-Phase Flow | Process Monitoring and Data Driven Manufacturing |
| Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning | Sustainable and Smart Manufacturing Systems |
| Thermal Systems Simulation | Energy Efficient Manufacturing |
| Eco-Friendly Manufacturing | |
| AI-Integrated Manufacturing | |
| Life Cycle Analysis | |
| Industry 4.0 | |
| Internet of Things | |
| Automation for Flexible and Intelligent Production Systems | |
| Material and Characterization | |
| Nanomaterials | |
| Composites | |
| Functional and Smart Materials | |
| Surface Coatings | |
| Advanced characterization techniques (SEM, XRD and TEM) |
| Track 3: Mechatronics and Automation | Track 4: Energy and Propulsion |
|---|---|
| Mechatronic System and Control | Solar Energy Systems |
| Embedded Systems | Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) Systems and Innovations |
| Smart Actuators and Sensors | Solar Tracking Systems and Performance Optimization |
| Real-Time Control | Wind Energy Systems |
| Modeling and Simulation | Onshore and Offshore Wind Farm Design |
| Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) | Aerodynamics and Blade Optimization |
| Adaptive Control | Wind Turbine Control Systems and Condition Monitoring |
| Robust Control | Hybrid Wind-Solar Systems |
| Model Predictive Control | Energy Storage and AI |
| Robotics and Intelligent Automation | Flow Batteries and Long-Duration Storage Systems |
| Mobile Robots | Thermal Energy Storage and Phase-Change Materials |
| Autonomous Navigation | Hydrogen and Ammonia as Energy Storage Mediums |
| Robot Kinematics and Dynamics | Supercapacitors and Flywheel Energy Storage |
| Trajectory Planning | AI Based Battery Management Systems (BMS) and Safety |
| Human-Robot Interaction (HRI) | AI Based Renewables Forecasting |
| Swarm Robotics | Airbreathing Propulsion |
| AI in control | Advances in Jet Engine Technology |
| Machine Learning | Turbomachinery Aerodynamics |
| Machine Vision | Design and Optimization |
| Industrial and Smart Automation | Turbine Heat Transfer and Colling |
| PLCs | Gas Turbine Combustion |
| SCADA Systems | Combustion Modeling |
| ProcessAutomation | Variable Cycle Engines for Future Combat Aircraft |
| Industry 4.0 | AI and Machine Learning in Engine Health Monitoring |
| Cyber-Physical Systems | Supersonic and Hypersonic Airbreathing Propulsion |
| Industrial IoT (IIOT) | Rotating Detonation Engines |
| Predictive Maintenance | Rocket Propulsion |
| Digital Twins | Solid, Liquid and Hybrid Rocket Propulsion System |
| Edge Computing | Cryogenic and Semi-Cryogeneic Engine Developments |
| Cloud-Based Control | Micro-Propulsion Systems for Small Satellites |
| Industrial Communication Protocols | Green Propellants |
| Sensors, Vision and Actuation | |
| MEMS Sensors | |
| Tactile Sensors | |
| Force Sensing | |
| Sensor Fusion | |
| State Estimation | |
| Machine Vision | |
| Image Processing | |
| Smart Material Actuators | |
| Special Applications in Automation | |
| Medical Robotics | |
| Rehabilitation Robotics | |
| Agricultural Automation | |
| Legged Robots | |
| Drones | |
| Autonomous Vehicles | |
| Logistics and Warehousing Automation | |
| Space Robotics | |
| Underwater Robotic Systems |
Pre-conference workshop
Workshop 1:
Machine Learning in Mechanical Engineering
- Overview of ML methods.
- Introduction to Python environment
- Introduction to case study in ME (Materials/ Manufacturing problem)
- Hands-on problem solving session of the case study
Workshop 2:
Robot Operating System (ROS)
Introduction to ROS
- What is ROS and ROS 2
- Applications of ROS
- Overview of the workshop
ROS 2 Basics
- ROS 2 nodes, topics, and messages
- Running and exploring turtlesim
- Creating a ROS 2 workspace
- Creating a package
- Writing a simple publisher node using python
- Writing a simple subscriber node using python
TortoiseBot (Mobile Robot)
Mapping and Autonomous Navigation
TortoiseBot architecture
Sensors (LiDAR and Camera)
Launching TortoiseBot in simulation
Teleoperating the robot using keyboard
Call for papers
The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at École Centrale School of Engineering, Mahindra University is delighted to announce the First International Conference on Mechanics, Materials & Mechatronics (ICM³ 2026).
We invite graduate students and research scholars, scientists in industry, and academicians from across the globe to contribute their latest research and R&D work to the central theme:
“Mechanics,Materials and Mechatronics: Engineering the Future”
The conference will feature keynote lectures by invited experts and technical paper presentations, providing a high-level platform for knowledge exchange and collaborative networking.
Conference Tracks
We encourage the submission of high-quality, unpublished research in the form of Extended Abstracts
within, but not limited to, the following four major tracks:
Track 1: Mechanics & Dynamics
Track 2: Materials & Manufacturing
Track 3: Mechatronics & Automation
Track 4: Energy & Propulsion
Submission Guidelines
All submissions must be in the form of Extended Abstracts.
- Guidelines for Extended Abstract
- Template for Extended Abstract (Word/PDF)
Click Here for Extended Abstract Submission
Conference Proceedings & Publication
The proceedings of the 1st International Conference on Mechanics, Materials and Mechatronics (ICM³ 2026) will be published by Atlantis Press, a globally recognized professional publisher and part of the Springer Nature group.
All accepted and presented papers will be featured in a dedicated proceedings volume, ensuring that your research is disseminated to a worldwide audience of scholars and industry experts. In alignment with international academic standards, every submission will undergo a rigorous double-blind peer-review process conducted by our technical committee.
To maximize the impact and visibility of your work, the published proceedings will be Open Access and will be submitted for indexing in major bibliographic databases.
Full Paper Submission Guidelines and Template
- Author guidelines (download) and templates to prepare the final manuscript (link, download LaTex Package/Word Template)
- Information on third party material e.g. images taken from other sources, the web, etc. (link)
- Code of Conduct for Authors (link)
- Springer Nature Book Publishing Policies, which also covers Atlantis Press (link)
Registration details
| Early Bird (Till 25th Feb 2026) | Regular (After 25th Feb 2026) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | National (INR) | International (USD) | National (INR) | International (USD) |
| Students | ₹ 5,000 | $ 100 | ₹ 6,000 | $ 150 |
| Post-docs / Scientists / Faculties | ₹ 10,000 | $ 250 | ₹ 12,500 | $ 300 |
| Industry Participants | ₹ 15,000 | $ 500 | ₹ 20,000 | $ 550 |
| Accompanying Person | ₹ 2,500 | $ 100 | ₹ 3,000 | $ 150 |
| Workshop (Students)* | ₹ 1,000 | $ 50 | ₹ 1,000 | $ 50 |
| Workshop (Professionals)* | ₹ 4,000 | $ 100 | ₹ 5,000 | $ 150 |
* Applies only if participants wish to attend the workshop exclusive of the main conference.
Early Bird Registration Form : Click here
After registration and payment of fees, please indicate your workshop preference via Google Form
What Your Registration Includes
The registration fee covers the following:
- Full Conference Kit
- Access and admission to all Technical Sessions
- All Conference Meals (Lunches, Dinner and Tea/Coffee breaks)
- On-Campus Accommodation
Mandatory Requirements and Policies
Please read these crucial policies before proceeding with registration:
I. Author & Presentation Requirements
- Mandatory Registration: At least one of the authors of an accepted abstract must register for the conference in order to present it.
- Co-Author Attendance: If more than one author of an accepted abstract wishes to attend the conference, they need to register separately.
II. Documentation
- Student Verification: Students are required to upload their valid Student ID cards (front and back sides) during the online registration process.
- Proof of Payment: Please keep a copy of the transaction receipt for your records.
III. Payment Rules
- Finality of Payment: The registration fee is strictly non-refundable and non-transferable.
- Fee Exclusions: The registration fee is exclusive of all taxes and levies. Gateway charges, if any, will have to be borne by the registrant.
Transaction Security Disclaimer
While the organizers have taken all reasonable precautions to ensure a safe online transaction, please note that ICM3-2026 will not be responsible for any loss, financial or otherwise, caused by improper transactions conducted online.
It is the registrant’s sole responsibility, while paying the registration fee, to secure their user IDs, passwords, Paper ID, and other sensitive information.
Sponsorship
| TITLE Sponsor | TRACK/GOLD Sponsors | SILVER Sponsors | WORKSHOP Sponsors | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max number available | 1 | 4 | No Limit | 2 |
| Sponsorship Amount | Rs 6 Lakhs | Rs 4 Lakhs | Rs 3 Lakhs | Rs 2 Lakhs |
| Complimentary Registrations (with registration kit and dinner tickets) | 6 | 4 | 3 | 2 |
| Complimentary Exhibition Booth | 2 x Standard Booth (Two 3m x 6m booths) | 1 x Standard Booth (3m x 6m) | 1 x Standard Booth (3m x 6m) | 1 x Standard Booth (3m x 6m) |
| Display of Name/Logo and sponsorship level | Placement alongside Mahindra University logo on ALL event banners / postersLarge-size logo on stage backdropProminent placement during Conference Dinner | Placement on ALL event banners / postersProminent placement during all track sessionsMedium-size logo on stage backdropProminent placement during Conference Lunches | Placement on ALL event banners / postersProminent placement during all plenary sessionsProminent placement during poster sessionsMedium-size logo on stage backdropProminent placement during Conference Tea Breaks | Placement on ALL event banners / postersProminent placement during workshop sessions |
| Delegate Kit Bag | Logo printed outsideLogo on conference schedule hand-outBrochures/inserts inside kit bag | Logo on conference schedule hand-outBrochures/inserts inside kit bag | Logo on conference schedule hand-outBrochures/inserts inside kit bag | Logo on conference schedule hand-outLogo on all Workshop materialBrochures/inserts inside kit bag |
| Promotional Video | Played during inaugural, closing, and all plenary sessions – before start and during breaks | Played during inaugural and plenary sessions – before start and during breaksPlayed during all track sessions | Played during inaugural, closing, and all plenary sessions – before start and during breaks | Played during inaugural, closing and all plenary sessions – before start and during breaksPlayed during all workshop sessions |
| Senior Representative | On stage during Inaugural session5 minute address to gathering | Shares stage to give away Best Paper awards during closing session | ||
| Pitch sessions | One 15-minute session during a plenary session | One 10-minute session during a track session | One 10-minute session during a plenary session | One 10-minute session during a workshop session |
| Recognition / Announcement | During opening, closing, and plenary sessions | During opening, closing, and plenary sessions | During opening, closing, and plenary sessions | During opening, closing, and plenary sessions |
| Social media and website | Announcement and recognition upon confirmationRecognition in workshop report/articleTagging on LinkedIn posts | Announcement and recognition upon confirmationRecognition in workshop report/articleTagging on LinkedIn posts | Announcement and recognition upon confirmationRecognition in workshop report/articleTagging on LinkedIn posts | Announcement and recognition upon confirmationRecognition in workshop report/articleTagging on LinkedIn posts |
Venue
Event venue Address: Mahindra University, Survey: 62/1A, Bahadurpally (Near Tech Mahindra), Jeedimetla, Hyderabad, Telangana, India, Pin: 500043.
1. From Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Distance: ~50–55 km | Estimated Travel Time: 60–90 minutes
- Prepaid Taxi / App-based Cabs (Recommended):
- Uber / Ola: Available at the dedicated “App-based Taxi” zone at the airport.
- Meru / Sky Cabs: Available at the Prepaid Taxi counter.
- Estimated Fare: ₹1,200 – ₹1,700.
- Route: Travel via the Outer Ring Road (ORR) for the fastest connection. Exit at the Gandimaisamma/Medchal
- Pushpak Airport Liner (Bus):
- Take the Pushpak AC Bus to JNTU / Kukatpally. From there, you can hire an Uber/Ola or an Auto-rickshaw to the university (approx. 12 km from JNTU).
2. From Railway Stations
- Secunderabad Junction (SC)
Distance: ~25 km | Estimated Travel Time: 45–60 minutes
- Cab: Uber/Ola is the most convenient option.
- Public Bus: Take bus numbers 227, 272, or 230 from Secunderabad Station/JBS and alight at Bahadurpally X Roads. The campus is a short auto-ride or a 15-minute walk from the junction.
- Hyderabad Deccan (Nampally) (HYB)
Distance: ~28 km | Estimated Travel Time: 50–70 minutes
- Metro & Cab: Take the Red Line Metro from Nampally to KPHB Colony or JNTU. From there, take a taxi or auto-rickshaw to the university.
- Direct Cab: Uber/Ola available directly from the station.
3. Local Transport Tips
- Uber, Ola and Rapido are widely used in Hyderabad. It is recommended to download these apps for hassle-free booking and upfront pricing.
- Landmark for Drivers: If the driver is unfamiliar with Mahindra University, mention “Tech Mahindra, Bahadurpally” or “Near Gandimaisamma.”
- Auto-Rickshaws: Available throughout the city. Use apps like Uber/Ola/Rapido for fixed-rate autos to avoid bargaining.
