25th PRAGUE International Conference on Manufacturing & Automobile Engineering (PMAE-26) July 27-29, 2026 Prague (Czech Republic)

PMAE-26


Automation & Control Theory Manufacturing & Machinery



Call for papers/Topics



 



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



1. Manufacturing Engineering



Focuses on the transformation of raw materials into finished products through various processes and systems.



Core Manufacturing Processes





  • 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.





Production Systems & Management





  • 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).





2. Automobile Engineering



Focuses on the design, development, and production of vehicles and their subsystems.



Vehicle Architecture & Power Units





  • 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.





Automotive Electronics & Safety





  • 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.





3. Advanced & Emerging Subtopics



The intersection of both fields where modern innovation occurs.



Electric & Hybrid Technology





  • 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.





Autonomous & Connected Vehicles





  • 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.





Materials Science in Engineering





  • 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.





Sustainable Manufacturing





  • Circular Economy: Vehicle recycling, remanufacturing, and life cycle assessment (LCA).




  • Green Manufacturing: Energy-efficient factory layouts and carbon footprint reduction.