Announcements

MDPI Singapore successfully hosted its first in-person Engineering Multidisciplinary Editorial Board Meeting on 19 May 2025.

We are deeply thankful for the enthusiastic participation and strong support of our Editorial Board Members (EBMs). It was a valuable opportunity to connect face-to-face and discuss the future development of the engineering subject area. We would like to invite everyone to jointly review the content of this meeting, and we look forward to welcoming even more EBMs to our future gatherings.

The meeting kicked off with a light icebreaker, where participants introduced themselves and shared their academic backgrounds and experience with MDPI. This was followed by a brief overview of MDPI’s presence in the engineering field—showcasing our journals, performance statistics, and outreach activities.

Discussions then focused on ways to grow and enhance MDPI’s engineering portfolio. Topics included the following:

• Strategies to attract high-quality submissions.
• Improving journals’ visibility.
• Enhancing author support and increasing submission success rates.
• Strengthening the role and engagement of EBMs.
• Identifying emerging research topics.

We wrapped up with an open sharing session, where EBMs reflected on their experiences working with MDPI and offered thoughtful suggestions for improvement. Their ideas were insightful and sparked some great conversations.

We are truly grateful to all attendees for their time, ideas, and commitment. Collaborating with such passionate scholars is an honor, and we look forward to working closely together to elevate research excellence in the engineering field.

Journals our EBMs are affiliated with:

• Applied Sciences;
• Aerospace;
• Bioengineering;
• JMMP.

Conference: 2025 Chinese Congress of Theoretical and Applied Mechanics
Date: 18–21 July 2025
Location: Changsha, China

MDPI will be attending the 2025 Chinese Congress of Theoretical and Applied Mechanics, which will be held from 18 to 21 July 2025 in Changsha, China.

The Chinese Congress of Theoretical and Applied Mechanics is the largest and most comprehensive academic event in the field of mechanics in China. The conference covers a wide range of fields, including solid mechanics, fluid mechanics, dynamics and control, computational mechanics, experimental mechanics, biomechanics, explosion mechanics, and cutting-edge interdisciplinary mechanics directions. The conference aims to provide a platform for academic exchange among experts, scholars, engineering technicians, and students in the field of mechanics, involving basic research, applied research, and engineering practice. Such efforts will aid in promoting the development of the mechanics discipline and its applications in engineering and science.

The following MDPI journals will be represented at the conference:

• Applied Sciences;
• Vibration;
• Applied Mechanics;
• Vehicles;
• Lubricants;
• Fluids;
• Aerospace;
• JETA.

If you are planning to attend the above conference, we encourage you to visit our booth and speak to our representatives. We are eager to meet you in person and assist you with any queries that you may have. For more information about the conference, please visit the official website: https://cctam2025.cstam.org.cn/?bust=1741698466612&sid=337&mid=85&v=100#.

Six new journals covering a range of subjects launched their inaugural issues in June 2025. We are excited to be able to share with you the newest research rooted in the value of open access. We are pleased to present the latest research and to make it accessible to all.

We extend our sincere thanks to all the Editorial Board Members for their commitment and expertise. Each journal is dedicated to upholding strong editorial standards through a thorough peer review process, ensuring impactful open access scholarship.

Please feel free to browse and discover more about the new journals below.

Journal	Founding Editor-in-Chief	Journal Topics (Selected)
	Prof. Dr. Chang-Pu Sun, China Academy of Engineering Physics, Beijing, China; Computational Science Research Center, China Editorial | View inaugural issue	quantum information and phenomena; condensed matter physics and statistical physics; atomic, molecular, and optical physics; computational physics and mathematical methods View journal scope | Submit an article
	Prof. Dr. Hualiang Lin, Sun Yat-sen University, China; Prof. Dr. Jose L. Domingo, Universitat Rovira i Virgili, Spain Editorial | View inaugural issue	green and organic food; green infrastructures; green exercise; environmental impact of the healthcare sector; effects of climate change on human health | View journal scope | Submit an article
	Prof. Dr. Francesco Veglio, University of L’Aquila, Italy Editorial | View inaugural issue	ultra-pure substances; water purification; air purification; gas purification; inorganic chemical purification; purification technologies View journal scope | Submit an article
	Prof. Dr. Junxing Zheng, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, China Editorial | View inaugural issue	computer-aided design and engineering; artificial intelligence and machine learning; building information modeling (BIM) and digital twins; robotics and automation in construction; smart sensors and Internet of Things (IoT); intelligent control systems and facilities management View journal scope | Submit an article
	Prof. Dr. Assunta Di Vaio, University of Naples Parthenope, Italy Editorial | View inaugural issue	sustainability, managerial, and biodiversity accounting; carbon management accounting; corporate social responsibility; artificial intelligence and disclosure View journal scope | Submit an article
	Prof. Dr. Changjun Liu, Sichuan University, China Editorial | View inaugural issue	bioeffects of electromagnetic waves; electromagnetic science and engineering; microwave, millimeter-wave, and terahertz technologies; metamaterials and metasurfaces; communication, sensing, and networks; energy, power, and sustainable applications; quantum and emerging technologies; artificial intelligence and advanced fabrication View journal scope | Submit an article

International Asteroid Day 2025 highlights the growing capabilities of planetary defense against asteroid threats. With advanced systems now tracking over 36,000 near-Earth objects and deflection technologies like NASA’s successful DART mission, we are better equipped than ever to detect and mitigate potential impacts. As we prepare for Apophis’ close approach in 2029, this global awareness day emphasizes the importance of international cooperation and public participation in safeguarding our planet.

On International Asteroid Day, we highlight cutting-edge research and innovative planetary defense initiatives that protect Earth from cosmic threats. We invite you to explore our curated resources on asteroid detection, deflection technologies, and global preparedness efforts. Together, we can advance our collective mission to defend our planet from near-Earth objects and build a more secure future for all.

Keynote Speakers:

Dr. Marco Fenucci Earth Object Coordination Centre, Italy	Dr. Josep Maria Trigo Rodriguez Institute of Space Sciences, Spain

Feel free to register for the webinar here!

“Orbital Analysis of a Dual Asteroid System Explorer Based on the Finite Element Method”
by Linli Su, Wenyu Feng, Lie Yang, Zichen Fan, Mingying Huo and Naiming Qi
Aerospace 2024, 11(12), 993; https://doi.org/10.3390/aerospace11120993

“Trajectory Design of Potentially Hazardous Asteroid Exploration with Reusable Probes from Cislunar Space”
by Chao Peng, Renyong Zhang and Yang Gao
Aerospace 2024, 11(7), 546; https://doi.org/10.3390/aerospace11070546

“Applications of Ground-Penetrating Radar in Asteroid and Comet Exploration”
by Wei Guan, Yan Su, Jiawei Li, Shun Dai, Chunyu Ding Chunyu Ding and Yuhang Liu
Remote Sens. 2024, 16(12), 2188; https://doi.org/10.3390/rs16122188

“Mitigation of the Collision Risk of a Virtual Impactor Based on the 2011 AG5 Asteroid Using a Kinetic Impactor”
by Marco Cinelli
Mathematics 2024, 12(3), 378; https://doi.org/10.3390/math12030378

“Assessment of Asteroid Classification Using Deep Convolutional Neural Networks”
by Victor Bacu, Constantin Nandra, Adrian Sabou, Teodor Stefanut and Dorian Gorgan
Aerospace 2023, 10(9), 752; https://doi.org/10.3390/aerospace10090752

“Pyroxene and Hydroxyl Signatures in Vesta Newly Calibrated Data from Dawn Mission”
by Giuseppe Massa, Andrea Longobardo, Ernesto Palomba, Marianna Angrisani, Chiara Gisellu, Fabrizio Dirri, Maria Cristina De Sanctis, Andrea Raponi, Filippo Giacomo Carrozzo and Mauro Ciarniello
Universe 2023, 9(6), 296; https://doi.org/10.3390/universe9060296

“The Formation of a Rubble Pile Asteroid: Insights from the Asteroid Ryugu”
by Tsutomu Ota, Christian Potiszil, Katsura Kobayashi, Ryoji Tanaka, Hiroshi Kitagawa, Tak Kunihiro, Chie Sakaguchi, Masahiro Yamanaka and Eizo Nakamura
Universe 2023, 9(6), 293; https://doi.org/10.3390/universe9060293

“Numerical Study on Asteroid Deflection by Penetrating Explosion Based on Single-Material ALE Method and FE-SPH Adaptive Method”
by Pengfei Han, Qiguang He, Xiaowei Chen and He Lv
Aerospace 2023, 10(5), 479; https://doi.org/10.3390/aerospace10050479

“Solar Sail Trajectories to Earth’s Trojan Asteroids”
by Alessandro A. Quarta and Giovanni Mengali
Universe 2023, 9(4), 186; https://doi.org/10.3390/universe9040186

“Feasibility Analysis of Autonomous Orbit Determination and Gravity-Field Recovery around Asteroids Using Inter-Satellite Range Data”
by Haohan Li and Xiyun Hou
Aerospace 2023, 10(3), 304; https://doi.org/10.3390/aerospace10030304

“Insights in Planetary Geology” Guest Editors: Dr. Paola Manzari and Dr. Maria Pedone Submission deadline: 30 September 2025	“Advances in Asteroid Dynamics” Guest Editors: Dr. Marta Ceccaroni and Dr. Marco Fenucci Submission deadline: 31 October 2025
“Detection and Tracking of Near-Earth Asteroids” Guest Editor: Dr. Haibin Zhao Submission deadline: 27 February 2026	“The Hidden Stories of Small Planetary Bodies” Guest Editors: Dr. Emese Forgacs-Dajka and Dr. Csaba Kiss Submission deadline: 28 February 2026

MDPI is excited to announce a special webinar in celebration of International Asteroid Day on 30 June 2025. International Asteroid Day’s goal is to raise public awareness about the asteroid impact hazard and to inform the public about the crisis communication actions to be taken at the global level in case of a credible near-Earth object threat.

The theme of the webinar is “Exploring Near-Earth Objects: Challenges and Opportunities”. We are very much looking forward to seeing you at the MDPI Asteroid Day Webinar 2025. Please find below an outline of the presentations.

Date: 30 June 2025
Time: 11:00 a.m. CEST
Webinar ID: 821 8607 0803

Register now for free!

Program

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with information on how to join the webinar. Registrations made with academic institutional email addresses will be prioritized.

Unable to attend? Register anyway, and we will let you know when the recording is available to watch.

Invited Speakers:

• Dr. Marco Fenucci, ESA NEO Coordination Centre/Deimos Italia;
• Prof. Dr. Josep M. Trigo-Rodríguez, Institute of Space Sciences (CSIC/IEEC).

For more information about this webinar, please visit the following link:
https://sciforum.net/event/IADW2.

If you have any questions about the webinar, please contact journal.webinar@mdpi.com.

MDPI Webinar Secretariat

Mechanical manufacturing and automation control is a multidisciplinary field that combines mechanical engineering with automation technologies, like robotics, computer-controlled machinery, and industrial control systems to design, produce, and optimize manufacturing processes to support modern smart manufacturing and Industry 4.0 advancements.

MDPI’s cluster of mechanical manufacturing and automation control aims to publish cutting-edge research in the field of aerospace, automation, drones, machinery, manufacturing, robotics, and advanced technologies, including integrated AI, IoT, and advanced control systems. These journals will collaborate to offer the scientific community the latest research advances and discoveries within the field of automation, Industry 4.0, smart manufacturing, robotics, and aerospace technologies.

The seven participating journals include the following:

• Aerospace (ISSN: 2226-4310) is devoted to publishing research in all fields of aerospace science, engineering, and technology. It presents theoretical, fundamental, and applied results with potential applications related to the research, design, manufacture, operation, control, and maintenance of aircraft and spacecraft. The journal is led by its Editor-in-Chief, Prof. Dr. Konstantinos Kontis (University Avenue, UK);
• Automation (ISSN: 2673-4052) provides a venue for both specialized and multidisciplinary research in automation, control, and their applications. The journal emphasizes topics such as control theory and methods, automation in energy systems, industrial automation and process control, intelligent control and machine learning, robotics, and autonomous systems, as well as smart transportation and autonomous vehicles. Automation is led by its Editor-in-Chief, Prof. Dr. Eyad H. Abed (University of Maryland, USA);
• Drones (ISSN: 2504-446X) focuses on the design and applications of drones, including unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UASs), and Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPASs), etc. Likewise, contributions based on unmanned marine/water/underwater drones, unmanned ground vehicles, fully autonomous driving, and space drones are also welcome. The journal is led by its Editor-in-Chief, Prof. Dr. Diego González-Aguilera (University of Salamanca, Spain);
• Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing (JMMP, ISSN: 2504-4494) aims to publish state of the art knowledge in the fields of processes, equipment, systems, and materials in relation to materials processing and manufacturing. It offers an online platform facilitating effective exchange of innovative scientific and engineering ideas and the dissemination of recent, original, and significant research and developmental findings. JMMP is led by Editor-in-Chief Prof. Dr. Steven Y. Liang (Georgia Institute of Technology, USA);
• Machines (ISSN: 2075-1702) is an integrative effort to explore the specialized and multidisciplinary research on machinery and engineering, including machines design and theory, machines testing and maintenance, condition monitoring and diagnostics, electrical machines and drives, robotics and intelligent machines, automation and control, vehicle engineering, electromechanical energy conversion systems, advanced manufacturing technologies, and tribology. Machines is led by Editor-in-Chief, Prof. Dr. Antonio J. Marques Cardoso (CISE - Electromechatronic Systems Research Centre, University of Beira Interior, Portugal);
• Robotics (ISSN: 2218-6581) aims to provide an international forum with which to report the latest developments on robotic systems in theory, design, and applications with special attention to autonomous behaviors, multi-sensor fusion, learning algorithms, system modeling, control software, smart actuators, service applications, and human–machine interactions. Special emphasis is given to technological innovations and real-world applications. Robotics is led by its Editor-in-Chief, Prof. Dr. Marco Ceccarelli (LARM: Laboratory of Robotics and Mechatronics, University of Cassino and South Latium, Cassino, Italy);
• Technologies (ISSN: 2227-7080) provides an advanced forum for the latest in technological studies to both researchers and professionals. The journal emphasizes innovative technologies in areas such as mechanical manufacturing, automation control, robotics, smart manufacturing, industrial automation, as well as information technologies, materials science, etc. Technologies is led by Editor-in-Chief Prof. Dr. Manoj Gupta (Department of Mechanical Engineering, National University of Singapore, Singapore).

Journal	Launch Year	Impact Factor (2024)	CiteScore (2024)	First Decision (Median Days)	APC (CHF)
	2014	2.1	4.0	21.3	2400
	2020	2.0	4.1	24.1	1000
	2017	4.8	7.4	19.2	2600
	2017	3.3	5.2	16.5	1800
	2013	2.5	4.7	15.5	2400
	2012	3.3	7.7	21	1800
	2013	3.6	8.5	21.1	1600

MDPI Mission and Values
As a pioneer of academic open access publishing, MDPI has been serving the scientific community since 1996. Our aim is to foster scientific exchange in all forms across all disciplines. MDPI's guidelines for disseminating open science are based on the following values and guiding principles:

Open Access—All of our content is published in open access and distributed under a Creative Commons License, providing free access to science and the latest research, allowing articles to be freely shared and content to be re-used with proper attribution;

Timeliness and Efficiency—Publishing the latest research through thorough editorial work, ensuring a first decision is provided to authors in under 32 days and papers are published within 7–10 days upon acceptance;

Simplicity—Offering user-friendly tools and services in one place to enhance the efficiency of our editorial process;

High Quality Service—Supporting scholars and their work by providing a range of options such as journal publication at mdpi.com, early publication at preprints.org, and conferences on sciforum.net to make a positive impact on research;

Flexibility—Adapting and developing new tools and services to meet the changing needs of the research community, driven by feedback from authors, editors, and readers.

Rooted in Sustainability—Ensuring long-term preservation of published papers and supporting the future of science through partnerships, sponsorships, and awards.

By adhering to these values and principles, MDPI remains committed to advancing scientific knowledge and promoting open science practices.

Selected Topics and Special Issues:

• “Innovation and Inventions in Aerospace and UAV Applications”;
• “International Conference on Autonomous Unmanned Systems (5th ICAUS 2025)”;
• “Artificial Intelligence in Smart Industrial Diagnostics and Manufacturing—Third Edition”;
• “Predictive Analytics and Fault Diagnosis of Machines with Machine Learning Techniques”;
• “New Trends in Robotics: Automation and Autonomous Systems”;
• “Advances in Mobile Robotics Navigation, 2nd Volume”;
• “Advanced Technologies and Applications for Unmanned Systems”.

Selected Articles:
Aerospace
“Re-Entry Comparison of a Spacecraft in Low Earth Orbit: Propulsion-Assisted vs. Non-Propulsive Configurations”

Automation
“Implementation of Digital Twin and Real Production System to Address Actual and Future Challenges in Assembly Technology”

Drones
“Novel Twist Morphing Aileron and Winglet Design for UAS Control and Performance”

JMMP
“Advancements in Additive Manufacturing for Copper-Based Alloys and Composites: A Comprehensive Review”

Machines
“Emotional Intelligence for the Decision-Making Process of Trajectories in Collaborative Robotics”

Robotics
“Human-Centric Robotic Solution for Motor and Gearbox Assembly: An Industry 5.0 Pilot Study”

Technologies
“Multi-Arm Trajectory Planning for Optimal Collision-Free Pick-and-Place Operations”

We are pleased to announce that the Young Women in Engineering Award is open for nominations. This award was established to acknowledge the achievements of young women investigators in the field of engineering and to inspire young women to consider research and careers in engineering. All the nominations will be assessed by an Award Evaluation Committee, and winners will be announced online on 8 March 2026.

Prizes:

• CHF 1000;
• An electronic certificate;
• A voucher to waive the article processing charges (APCs) for one submission to a journal within the field of engineering (subject to peer review)—valid for one year.

Number of winners: 2.

Eligibility and requirements:

• This role is designated for female candidates;
• Must have received their Ph.D. no more than 10 years prior to 31 December 2025;
• Must have produced groundbreaking research and made a significant contribution to the advancement of engineering;
• Must be nominated by senior scientists.

List of documents for nomination:

• Detailed curriculum vitae, including an updated publication list and a list of the researcher’s own research grants;
• Scanned copy of doctorate certificate;
• Signed nomination letters from two established senior scientists.

Schedule:

Open for nominations: 23 June 2025;
Nomination deadline: 30 November 2025;
Winner announcement: 8 March 2026.

Nominations and contact:

All nomination materials and award-related communications must be submitted via our official email: ywe-award@mdpi.com.

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions. We look forward to receiving your nominations.

Young Women in Engineering Award Team

We are pleased to share that Aerospace (ISSN: 2226-4310) has received an increased CiteScore of 4.0 in June 2025. The CiteScore ranks the journal 53 out of 157 titles (Q2) in the “Aerospace Engineering” category, an impressive achievement for a journal running in Volume 12.

You can find more statistics on https://www.mdpi.com/journal/aerospace/stats.

The current CiteScores measure the average number of citations within a journal over a four-year window (2021–2024). The Scopus database provides a comprehensive suite of metrics that support informed publishing strategies, research evaluation and enable benchmarking of journal performance.

This achievement reflects the collective efforts of our authors, reviewers, and editors. Together we will continue to track the progress of Aerospace and its growing impact in the aerospace engineering field.

MDPI will be attending the 6th International Conference on Vibration and Energy Harvesting Applications (VEH 2025), which will take place in Hong Kong from 11 to 14 July 2025.

Vibration energy harvesting has garnered significant attention from academia and industry in recent years due to its potential in enabling green, renewable, and self-powered systems. As a premier international platform, VEH consistently attracts a diverse community of experts advancing innovations in dynamics, sound and vibration, and energy-harvesting technologies. Building on the success of the 2024 edition held in Auckland, Australia, and many past editions, VEH 2025 offers an opportunity to engage with leading researchers and explore the latest developments shaping the future of sustainable energy solutions.

The following MDPI journals will be represented at the conference:

• Machines;
• Vibration;
• Acoustics;
• Micromachines;
• Nanomanufacturing;
• Wind;
• Sensors;
• Aerospace;
• JETA;
• JLPEA.

If you are planning to attend the above conference, please do not hesitate to stop by our booth and start a conversation with us. Our delegates look forward to meeting you in person and answering any questions that you may have. For more information about the conference, please visit the following website: https://veh2025.hkust.edu.hk/.