PMAE-26
Automation & Control Theory Manufacturing & Machinery
Topics of Interest for Submission include, but are Not Limited to:
Focuses on the transformation of raw materials into finished products through various processes and systems.
Casting and Molding: Sand casting, investment casting, die casting, and injection molding.
Forming and Shaping: Forging, rolling, extrusion, drawing, and sheet metal working.
Machining (Subtractive): Turning, milling, drilling, grinding, and CNC programming.
Joining Processes: Arc welding, TIG/MIG welding, friction stir welding, brazing, and adhesive bonding.
Additive Manufacturing: 3D printing (SLA, FDM, SLS), rapid prototyping, and laser sintering.
Computer-Integrated Manufacturing (CIM): CAD/CAM integration and flexible manufacturing systems (FMS).
Lean Manufacturing: Six Sigma, Just-in-Time (JIT), Kaizen, and waste reduction.
Metrology & Quality Control: Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM), statistical process control (SPC), and non-destructive testing (NDT).
Industrial Robotics: Automation, end-of-arm tooling, and programmable logic controllers (PLC).
Focuses on the design, development, and production of vehicles and their subsystems.
Internal Combustion Engines (ICE): Thermodynamics, fuel injection systems, cooling, and lubrication.
Drivetrain & Transmission: Manual and automatic transmissions, CVT, differential gears, and clutches.
Chassis Engineering: Frame design, suspension systems (MacPherson, Multi-link), and steering geometry.
Braking Systems: ABS (Anti-lock Braking), EBD, regenerative braking, and disc/drum mechanics.
Electrical Systems: ECU (Engine Control Units), sensors, wiring harnesses, and infotainment.
Safety Engineering: Crashworthiness, airbag deployment systems, and crumple zone design.
NVH (Noise, Vibration, and Harshness): Acoustic insulation and structural vibration analysis.
The intersection of both fields where modern innovation occurs.
Battery Technology: Lithium-ion cells, solid-state batteries, and Battery Management Systems (BMS).
Electric Drive Units: Traction motors, inverters, and power electronics.
Charging Infrastructure: AC/DC fast charging and wireless charging systems.
ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems): Lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, and emergency braking.
Sensor Fusion: LiDAR, Radar, and ultrasonic sensor integration.
V2X Communication: Vehicle-to-everything connectivity and telematics.
Lightweighting: Use of aluminum alloys, magnesium, and carbon fiber reinforced polymers (CFRP).
Corrosion Engineering: Electroplating, powder coating, and galvanization.
Smart Materials: Shape memory alloys and piezoelectric sensors.
Circular Economy: Vehicle recycling, remanufacturing, and life cycle assessment (LCA).
Green Manufacturing: Energy-efficient factory layouts and carbon footprint reduction.