26th LISBON World Congress on Advances in Materials and Industrial Engineering (WAMIE-26) May 13-15, 2026 Lisbon (Portugal)

WAMIE-26


Materials Engineering Chemical & Material Sciences (General) Composite Materials



Call for papers/Topics



 



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



1. Materials Science and Engineering (MSE)



This field focuses on the relationship between the structure of materials at atomic scales and their macroscopic properties.



Fundamentals & Structure





  • Crystallography: Crystal systems, Miller indices, and lattice defects.




  • Thermodynamics of Materials: Phase equilibria, Gibbs free energy, and phase diagrams.




  • Kinetics: Diffusion mechanisms, nucleation, and growth.




  • Atomic Bonding: Ionic, covalent, metallic, and Van der Waals forces.





Material Classes





  • Metals and Alloys: Ferrous (steels, cast irons) and non-ferrous (aluminum, titanium, superalloys).




  • Ceramics and Glass: Structural ceramics, refractories, and electronic ceramics.




  • Polymers: Thermoplastics, thermosets, elastomers, and polymerization techniques.




  • Composites: Fiber-reinforced polymers (FRP), metal-matrix, and ceramic-matrix composites.




  • Semiconductors: Doping, P-N junctions, and photovoltaic materials.





Properties and Characterization





  • Mechanical Properties: Stress-strain behavior, hardness, fatigue, creep, and fracture mechanics.




  • Electrical & Magnetic: Conductivity, dielectric properties, ferromagnetism, and superconductivity.




  • Characterization Techniques: Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), X-ray Diffraction (XRD), and Spectroscopy.





2. Manufacturing and Processing



This is the bridge where Material Science meets Industrial application.





  • Casting and Molding: Sand casting, investment casting, and injection molding.




  • Forming and Shaping: Forging, rolling, extrusion, and sheet metal working.




  • Machining: CNC milling, turning, and non-traditional machining (EDM, Laser cutting).




  • Joining Technologies: Welding, brazing, soldering, and adhesive bonding.




  • Additive Manufacturing: 3D printing (SLA, FDM, SLS) and powder metallurgy.





3. Industrial Engineering (IE)



This field focuses on the optimization of complex processes, systems, and organizations.



Operations Research & Optimization





  • Linear & Integer Programming: Mathematical modeling for resource allocation.




  • Stochastic Processes: Queuing theory and Markov chains.




  • Simulation: Discrete-event simulation (DES) and Monte Carlo methods.





Supply Chain & Logistics





  • Inventory Management: EOQ models, JIT (Just-in-Time), and safety stock.




  • Facilities Layout: Plant design, material handling systems, and warehouse management.




  • Transportation Modeling: Routing, distribution, and global supply chain strategy.





Quality and Reliability





  • Six Sigma & Lean Manufacturing: Waste reduction (Muda) and DMAIC methodology.




  • Statistical Quality Control (SQC): Control charts and capability analysis.




  • Reliability Engineering: Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF).





Human Factors and Ergonomics





  • Cognitive Ergonomics: Human-computer interaction and mental workload.




  • Physical Ergonomics: Biomechanics, workplace design, and safety engineering.




  • Work Design: Time and motion studies and labor standards.





4. Management and Emerging Trends



Topics that apply to both fields in a modern industrial context.





  • Engineering Economics: Capital budgeting, NPV/IRR analysis, and life-cycle costing.




  • Project Management: PERT/CPM charts and Agile methodologies.




  • Industry 4.0: Digital twins, Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), and Smart Factories.




  • Sustainability: Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), circular economy, and green manufacturing.