Background

12th International Conference

Advancements and Futuristic Trends in Mechanical and Materials Engineering

AFTMME 2026 19th-20th November, 2026 GNDEC Ludhiana
Guru Nanak Dev Engineering College

12th International Conference

Advancements and Futuristic Trends in Mechanical and Materials Engineering

AFTMME 2026 | 19-20 November, 2026 | Guru Nanak Dev Engineering College, Ludhiana

The inaugural AFTMME conference was launched in 2010 with the aim of bringing together academicians, researchers, practicing engineers, industrialists, and start-up professionals in the fields of mechanical and materials engineering. The conference provides a common platform for sharing ideas, experiences, and recent advancements while fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange. Recognizing the strong synergy between mechanical and materials engineering, AFTMME promotes discussions on emerging trends and innovations in materials and manufacturing for sustainable development. Participants are invited to present their research findings and innovative ideas for a greener future. The conference also features distinguished keynote speakers from academia, research organizations, and industry, offering valuable insights into current challenges and future opportunities.

Mechanical and Materials Engineering have long had a symbiotic relationship in this space. The conference aims to share knowledge and findings of researchers, academicians and people from industries about materials and manufacturing for sustainable growth.

Participants are welcome to present their ideas and current findings on materials and manufacturing for a greener future. The conference will also witness prominent people of their respected fields as keynote speakers.

Conference Jointly Organized By

Society of Materials and Mechanical Engineers

Guru Nanak Dev Engineering College, Ludhiana

Venue

Guru Nanak Dev Engineering College, Ludhiana

Publication and Indexing Opportunities

Selected peer-reviewed papers from AFTMME 2026 will be considered for proposed proceedings, edited volume, or journal special issues, subject to approval by the concerned publisher or journal. The organizing committee is preparing a proposal for Springer Lecture Notes in Mechanical Engineering and exploring special issue collaborations with reputed journals in mechanical engineering, materials engineering, smart manufacturing, and sustainable engineering systems.

Possible Journal Publication Opportunity

Selected high-quality AFTMME 2026 papers may also be promoted for possible submission as extended journal articles to the Discover Materials Topical Collection titled “Data-Driven and Advanced Materials for Smart Manufacturing and Energy Applications.”

This is a possible publication opportunity only. All submissions to the Collection will be subject to the independent editorial assessment, peer-review process, plagiarism screening, scope suitability, and publication policies of Discover Materials and Springer Nature.

Proposed Springer Proceedings

The organizing committee intends to submit a proposal for selected peer-reviewed papers from AFTMME 2026 to be considered for publication in Springer’s Lecture Notes in Mechanical Engineering book series. Final acceptance of the proceedings proposal and individual papers will remain subject to Springer’s editorial evaluation, peer-review standards, formatting requirements, and publication policies.

The City, Ludhiana

About Ludhiana

Ludhiana, often called the Manchester of India, is the largest city in Punjab and one of northern India’s leading industrial centres. Known for textiles, hosiery, manufacturing, entrepreneurship, Punjabi culture, traditional cuisine, and warm hospitality, Ludhiana offers participants a vibrant academic and cultural experience during AFTMME 2026.

Gallery

Gurudwara Dukh Niwaran Sahib Ludhiana Clock Tower Punjab Agricultural University Maharaja Ranjit Singh War Museum Sutlej Bridge Nehru Rose Garden

How to Reach Guru Nanak Dev Engineering College, Ludhiana

By Air: Chandigarh Airport

By Air: Amritsar Airport

By Train: Ludhiana Railway Station

By Road: Ludhiana Bus Stand