ICM³ – 2026

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:

• K. Ananthanarayanan – Advisor, DRDL, Hyderabad
• Sandeep Thakur, Advisor, Airbus India Pvt. Ltd., Bengaluru
• Sundar Krishnaswami, Advisor – GE Aviation
• Kondaiah Pulla, Associate Professor, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India.
• Gouripriya S, Assistant Professor, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India.
• Manjul Sharma, 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:

1. Prof. John W. Hutchinson, Harvard University
2. Prof. H. S. Mukunda, Indian Institute of Science (IISc)

Invited Speakers:

1. Prof. Roderic Lakes, University of Wisconsin-Madison
2. Prof. Mahesh Panchagnula, Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IITM)
3. Prof. Suresh Krishnana, University of Wisconsin-Madison
4. Prof. Joseph Mathew, Indian Institute of Science (IISc)
5. Prof. Prasad Patnaik B S V, Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IITM)
6. Prof. Christophe Corre, Ecole Centrale de Lyon
7. Prof. Amit Agrawal, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IITB)
8. Prof. Ajay Harish, The University of Manchester
9. Dr.Julien Scheibert, Ecole Centrale de Lyons
10. Dr.Sundar Krishnaswami, GE Aviation
11. Dr.Damien CHABLAT, Ecole Centrale de Nantes
12. Prof. S. K. Saha, Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IITD)
13. Dr.Suhanya Duraiswamy, Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH)
14. Prof. P. M. Pathak, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT-Roorkee)
15. Dr.Eswara Prasad Korimilli, Indian Institute of Technology Indore (IIT-Indore)
16. Dr.Vijay S Duryodhan, Indian Institute of Technology Bhilai (IIT-Bhilai)
17. Dr.Hare Krishna Yadav, Indian Institute of Technology Indore (IIT-Indore)

First 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

• Applied and Computational Mechanics
• Finite Element Analysis for Solids and Fluids
• Fluid and Thermal Systems, Instability, Transition, and Turbulence
• Multi-Body Dynamics and Engineering Optimization
• Biomechanics, Fatigue, Fracture, and Failure Analysis

Track 2: Materials & Manufacturing

• Advanced Materials and Composites
• Conventional, Micro/Nano, and Advanced Manufacturing (Machining, Forming, Joining)
• Additive and Digital Manufacturing (3D/4D Printing, Digital Twins)
• Sustainable and Smart Manufacturing Systems (Industry 0, IoT, AI-Integrated Manufacturing)

Track 3: Mechatronics & Automation

• Mechatronic Systems and Control (Embedded Systems, HIL, Real-Time Control)
• Robotics and Intelligent Automation (Mobile Robots, Autonomous Navigation, HRI)
• Industrial and Smart Automation (PLCs, SCADA, Digital Twins, Predictive Maintenance)
• Special Applications in Automation (Medical, Agricultural, Space Robotics)

Track 4: Energy & Propulsion

• Sustainable Energy Systems (Solar, Wind, Hybrid Systems)
• Energy Storage and AI (Flow Batteries, Thermal Storage, AI-BMS)
• Air-Breathing Propulsion (Jet Engines, Turbomachinery, Hypersonic)
• Rocket Propulsion (Solid, Liquid, Hybrid, Cryogenic Engines, Green Propellants)

Key Dates for Submission
 

Submission Guidelines

All submissions must be in the form of Extended Abstracts. Please refer to the official conference website for template and detailed submission instructions.

We look forward to welcoming you to Mahindra University!

 Conference Chair: Prof. Debasis Chakraborty

Professor and Head, Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Mahindra University.

Venue Details

Mahindra University (MU), located in Hyderabad, India, is a research-driven, multidisciplinary institution committed to developing future-ready professionals through an interdisciplinary curriculum and global collaborations. The École Centrale School of Engineering at Mahindra University, which houses the organizing Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, emphasizes a holistic education that blends core technical knowledge with the humanities, ethics, and management. This approach fosters innovation, critical thinking, and a spirit of positive change, making MU an ideal venue for the International Conference on Mechanics, Materials and Mechatronics (ICM³-2026), a key event aligned with the university’s focus on advanced engineering and cutting-edge research.

The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the École Centrale School of Engineering, Mahindra University, is dedicated to cultivating the next generation of thought leaders and innovators in advanced engineering. Situated within a research-driven, multidisciplinary environment in Hyderabad, the department offers a holistic curriculum that integrates core technical knowledge with vital interdisciplinary subjects, including ethical practices and management principles. This focus is supported by a robust set of academic offerings, including undergraduate programs in B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering, B.Tech in Mechatronics, B.Tech in Aerospace Engineering. At the postgraduate level, the department offers M.Tech in Systems Engineering, M.Tech in Robotics, and M.Tech in Computational Mechanics, alongside a Ph.D. in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, preparing students to tackle complex, real-world challenges and drive positive technological change across the aerospace, automotive, energy, and manufacturing sectors.

About Hyderabad

Hyderabad, the vibrant capital of Telangana, is a fascinating fusion of historic splendour and a modern technology hub. The city offers a rich tapestry of culture, famous for its distinctive Hyderabadi cuisine, including the globally renowned Biryani, and its rich heritage shaped by the Qutb Shahi and Nizam dynasties. As a major urban center that successfully balances tradition with its rapidly growing presence in the Information Technology and Pharmaceutical sectors. Delegates attending the conference can explore a variety of magnificent cultural and historical landmarks in and around the city:

• Charminar:The iconic 16th-century monument and mosque that symbolises the city.
• Golconda Fort: A majestic fortified citadel known for its excellent acoustics and engineering marvels.
• Salar Jung Museum: One of India’s three National Museums, home to the world’s largest one-man collection of antiques.
• Hussain Sagar Lake: A large heart-shaped artificial lake with a monolithic Buddha statue at its center.
• Ramoji Film City: The world’s largest integrated film studio complex, offering numerous themed attractions.
• Birla Mandir: A stunning Hindu temple built entirely of white marble, offering panoramic city views.

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:

• K. Ananthanarayanan – Advisor, DRDL, Hyderabad
• Sandeep Thakur, Advisor, Airbus India Pvt. Ltd., Bengaluru
• Sundar Krishnaswami, Advisor – GE Aviation
• Kondaiah Pulla, Associate Professor, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India.
• Gouripriya S, Assistant Professor, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India.
• Manjul Sharma, 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

1. John W. Hutchinson, Harvard University
2. Julien Scheibert, Ecole Centrale de Lyons
3. Roderic Lakes, University of Wisconsin-Madison
4. Ajay Harish, The University of Manchester
5. Suresh Krishnana, University of Wisconsin-Madison
6. H. S. Mukunda, Indian Institute of Science (IISc)
7. Sundar Krishnaswami, GE Aviation
8. Damien CHABLAT, Ecole Centrale de Nantes
9. Suhanya Duraiswamy, Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH)
10. Joseph Mathew, Indian Institute of Science (IISc)
11. Amit Agrawal, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IITB)
12. Mahesh Panchagnula, Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IITM)
13. Eswara Prasad Korimilli, Indian Institute of Technology Indore (IIT-Indore)
14. Christophe Corre, Ecole Centrale de Lyon
15. P. M. Pathak, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT-Roorkee)
16. Prasad Patnaik B S V, Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IITM)
17. Prof. S. K. Saha, Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IITD)

Venue Details

Mahindra University (MU), located in Hyderabad, India, is a research-driven, multidisciplinary institution committed to developing future-ready professionals through an interdisciplinary curriculum and global collaborations. The École Centrale School of Engineering at Mahindra University, which houses the organizing Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, emphasizes a holistic education that blends core technical knowledge with the humanities, ethics, and management. This approach fosters innovation, critical thinking, and a spirit of positive change, making MU an ideal venue for the International Conference on Mechanics, Materials and Mechatronics (ICM³-2026), a key event aligned with the university’s focus on advanced engineering and cutting-edge research.

The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the École Centrale School of Engineering, Mahindra University, is dedicated to cultivating the next generation of thought leaders and innovators in advanced engineering. Situated within a research-driven, multidisciplinary environment in Hyderabad, the department offers a holistic curriculum that integrates core technical knowledge with vital interdisciplinary subjects, including ethical practices and management principles. This focus is supported by a robust set of academic offerings, including undergraduate programs in B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering, B.Tech in Mechatronics, B.Tech in Aerospace Engineering. At the postgraduate level, the department offers M.Tech in Systems Engineering, M.Tech in Robotics, and M.Tech in Computational Mechanics, alongside a Ph.D. in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, preparing students to tackle complex, real-world challenges and drive positive technological change across the aerospace, automotive, energy, and manufacturing sectors.

About Hyderabad

Hyderabad, the vibrant capital of Telangana, is a fascinating fusion of historic splendour and a modern technology hub. The city offers a rich tapestry of culture, famous for its distinctive Hyderabadi cuisine, including the globally renowned Biryani, and its rich heritage shaped by the Qutb Shahi and Nizam dynasties. As a major urban center that successfully balances tradition with its rapidly growing presence in the Information Technology and Pharmaceutical sectors. Delegates attending the conference can explore a variety of magnificent cultural and historical landmarks in and around the city:

• Charminar:The iconic 16th-century monument and mosque that symbolises the city.
• Golconda Fort: A majestic fortified citadel known for its excellent acoustics and engineering marvels.
• Salar Jung Museum: One of India’s three National Museums, home to the world’s largest one-man collection of antiques.
• Hussain Sagar Lake: A large heart-shaped artificial lake with a monolithic Buddha statue at its center.
• Ramoji Film City: The world’s largest integrated film studio complex, offering numerous themed attractions.
• Birla Mandir: A stunning Hindu temple built entirely of white marble, offering panoramic city views.

• Prof. Yajulu Medury, Vice Chancellor, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India
• Prof. Bishnu Pal, Dean Academics, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India
• Prof. Arya Bhattacharya, Dean Research, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India
• Prof. Arun Pujari, Advisor & Professor Emeritus, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India

Conference Chair:

• Prof.  Debasis Chakraborty, Professor and Head, Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India

Convener:

• Dr. Sebastian Uppapalli, Associate Professor Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India

Co-Convener:

• Dr. 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. 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.

Track Chairs:
Mechanics & Dynamics

• Dr. Prasad Pokkunuri, Associate Professor, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India.

Materials & Manufacturing

• Dr.  Palash Roy Choudhury, Associate Professor, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India.

Mechatronics & Automation

• Dr.  Deep Seth, Associate Professor, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India.

Energy & Propulsion

• Dr.  Ravi Bompelly, Associate Professor, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India.

Organizing Committee Chairs:
 
Finance and Budget

• Dr. Sebastian Uppapall, Associate Professor, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India.

Publicity and Outreach

• Dr. K. M. Kiran Babu, Assistant Professor, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India.

Pre-Conference Workshops

• Dr. Jagan Padbidri, Associate Professor, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India.

Logistics and Venue

• Dr. Harshavardhan Kalathur, Assistant Professor, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India.

Awards and Grants

• Dr. Prahallada J, Assistant Professor, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India.

Sponsorship and Exhibition

• Dr. Devanandham Henry, Assistant Professor, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India.

Registration

• Prof. Abhijit Bhattacharyya, Professor, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India.

Volunteer Coordination

• Dr. Praveen Konka, Assistant Professor, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India.

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
• Arun Pujari, Advisor & Professor Emeritus, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India

Conference Chair:

• Debasis Chakraborty, Professor and Head, Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India

Conveners:

• Sebastian Uppapalli, Associate Professor Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India

• Harshavardhan Kalathur, Assistant Professor Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India

Technical Program Committee:

• K. Ananthanarayanan – Advisor, DRDL, Hyderabad
• Sandeep Thakur, Advisor, Airbus India Pvt. Ltd., Bengaluru
• Kondaiah Pulla, Associate Professor, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India.
• Gouripriya S, Assistant Professor, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India.
• Manjul Sharma, 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.

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
• Arun Pujari, Advisor & Professor Emeritus, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India

Conference Chair:

• Debasis Chakraborty, Professor and Head, Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India

Conveners:

• Sebastian Uppapalli, Associate Professor Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India

• Harshavardhan Kalathur, Assistant Professor Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India

Technical Program Committee:

• K. Ananthanarayanan – Advisor, DRDL, Hyderabad
• Sandeep Thakur, Advisor, Airbus India Pvt. Ltd., Bengaluru
• Kondaiah Pulla, Associate Professor, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India.
• Gouripriya S, Assistant Professor, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India.
• Manjul Sharma, 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.

Track 1:  Mechanics & Dynamics

• Applied Mechanics
  • Biomechanics
  • Finite Element Analysis for Solids and Fluids
  • Engineering Optimization
  • Fatigue, Fracture and Failure Analysis
  • Fluid Structure Interaction
  • Multi-Body Dynamics
• Fluid and Thermal Systems
  • Fundamental Studies in Fluid Mechanics
  • Instability, Transition and Turbulence
  • Measurement Techniques for Fluid Flow
  • Multi-Phase Flow
  • Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning
  • Thermal Systems Simulation

Track 2:  Materials and Manufacturing

 Conventional and Advanced Manufacturing

• • Machining, Casting, Forming, and Joining
  • Micro/Nano Manufacturing
  • Tool Wear
  • Surface Integrity
  • Process Optimization
  • Tribology in High-Speed and Precision Manufacturing
• Additive and Digital Manufacturing
  • 3D/4D printing of Metals, Polymers and Ceramics
  • Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM)
  • Digital Twins
  • Process Monitoring and Data Driven Manufacturing
• Sustainable and Smart Manufacturing Systems
  • 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

 Mechatronic System and Control

• • Embedded Systems
  • Smart Actuators and Sensors
  • Real-Time Control
  • Modeling and Simulation
  • Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL)
  • Adaptive Control
  • Robust Control
  • Model Predictive Control
• Robotics and Intelligent Automation
  • Mobile Robots
  • Autonomous Navigation
  • Robot Kinematics and Dynamics
  • Trajectory Planning
  • Human-Robot Interaction (HRI)
  • Swarm Robotics
  • AI in control
  • Machine Learning
  • Machine Vision
• Industrial and Smart Automation
  • PLCs
  • SCADA Systems
  • ProcessAutomation
  • Industry 4.0
  • Cyber-Physical Systems
  • Industrial IoT (IIOT)
  • Predictive Maintenance
  • Digital Twins
  • Edge Computing
  • Cloud-Based Control
  • Industrial Communication Protocols
• 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 

Track 4:  Energy and Propulsion 

• Solar Energy Systems
  • Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) Systems and Innovations
  • Solar Tracking Systems and Performance Optimization
• Wind Energy Systems
  • Onshore and Offshore Wind Farm Design
  • Aerodynamics and Blade Optimization
  • Wind Turbine Control Systems and Condition Monitoring
  • Hybrid Wind-Solar Systems
• Energy Storage and AI
  • Flow Batteries and Long-Duration Storage Systems
  • Thermal Energy Storage and Phase-Change Materials
  • Hydrogen and Ammonia as Energy Storage Mediums
  • Supercapacitors and Flywheel Energy Storage
  • AI Based Battery Management Systems (BMS) and Safety
  • AI Based Renewables Forecasting
• Airbreathing Propulsion
  • Advances in Jet Engine Technology
  • Turbomachinery Aerodynamics
  • Design and Optimization
  • Turbine Heat Transfer and Colling
  • Gas Turbine Combustion
  • Combustion Modeling
  • Variable Cycle Engines for Future Combat Aircraft
  • AI and Machine Learning in Engine Health Monitoring
  • Supersonic and Hypersonic Airbreathing Propulsion
  • Rotating Detonation Engines
• Rocket Propulsion
  • Solid, Liquid and Hybrid Rocket Propulsion System
  • Cryogenic and Semi-Cryogeneic Engine Developments
  • Micro-Propulsion Systems for Small Satellites
  • Green Propellants