21st LISBON International Conference on Automobile & Aeronautical Engineering (ICA2E-26) May 13-15, 2026 Lisbon (Portugal)

ICA2E-26


Materials Engineering Engineering & Computer Science (General) Materials Engineering Mechanical Engineering Power Engineering Ceramic Engineering



Call for papers/Topics



 



Topics of Interest for Submission include, but are Not Limited to:



1. Automobile Engineering



This field focuses on the design, manufacturing, and operation of land-based vehicles, with a modern shift toward electrification and autonomy.



Core Vehicle Systems





  • Automotive Engines (ICE): SI and CI engines, fuel injection systems (MPFI, CRDI), engine cooling, and lubrication.




  • Transmission & Driveline: Manual and automatic gearboxes, CVT, dual-clutch systems, torque converters, propeller shafts, and differentials.




  • Chassis & Suspension: Frame design, steering geometry, power steering, MacPherson struts, multi-link systems, and air suspension.




  • Braking Systems: ABS (Anti-lock Braking), EBD, drum vs. disc brakes, and regenerative braking for EVs.





Electronics & Safety





  • Automotive Electricals: Battery technology, alternators, lighting, and wiring harnesses.




  • Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS): Cruise control, lane-keep assist, and sensor fusion (Lidar, Radar).




  • Safety Engineering: Crash testing, crumple zones, airbag deployment, and occupant protection.





Emerging Technologies





  • Electric & Hybrid Vehicles: Battery Management Systems (BMS), motor controllers, and range extenders.




  • Autonomous Technology: AI in navigation, V2X (Vehicle-to-Everything) communication, and deep learning for obstacle detection.




  • Sustainable Materials: Lightweight composites, recyclable plastics, and 3D printing of components.





2. Aeronautical Engineering



This field deals with aircraft operating within the Earth's atmosphere, emphasizing high-speed fluid dynamics and structural integrity.



Aerodynamics & Fluid Mechanics





  • Flow Theory: Subsonic, transonic, and supersonic aerodynamics; lift and drag coefficients.




  • Airfoil Design: Wing geometry, boundary layer control, and high-lift devices (flaps/slats).




  • Gas Dynamics: Shock waves, expansion waves, and compressible flow.





Propulsion Systems





  • Jet Engines: Turbojets, turbofans, turboprops, and ramjets.




  • Engine Components: Compressors, combustion chambers, turbines, and exhaust nozzles.




  • Rocketry (Aero-Space overlap): Solid and liquid propellant systems, thrust vectoring.





Structures & Materials





  • Aircraft Structures: Monocoque and semi-monocoque designs, wing spars, and fuselage ribs.




  • Aeroelasticity: Flutter, divergence, and the interaction of aerodynamic forces with structural elasticity.




  • Aerospace Materials: High-temperature alloys (Titanium, Nickel-based), carbon fiber composites, and ceramics.





Flight Mechanics & Avionics





  • Flight Dynamics: Stability (static/dynamic), control surfaces (ailerons, elevators, rudders), and trim.




  • Avionics: Glass cockpits, Fly-by-Wire (FBW) systems, INS/GPS navigation, and radar systems.




  • Flight Testing: Envelope expansion, performance data acquisition, and certification standards.





3. Shared Fundamental Topics



Regardless of the specialization, both disciplines require mastery of these foundational subjects:





  • Mathematics: Calculus, differential equations, and linear algebra.




  • Solid Mechanics: Statics, dynamics, and strength of materials.




  • Thermodynamics: Heat transfer, cycles (Otto, Diesel, Brayton), and combustion.




  • Design Tools: Computer-Aided Design (CAD), Finite Element Analysis (FEA), and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD).