Conferences

We would like to cordially invite you to attend the 3rd International Electronic Conference on Machines and Applications, organized by the MDPI journal Machines (ISSN: 2075-1702, Impact Factor: 2.5), which will take place online from 12 to 14 May 2026. 

Conference Chair
Prof. Dr. Antonio J. Marques Cardoso  
CISE—Electromechatronic Systems Research Centre,
Department of Electromechanical Engineering, University of Beira Interior, Calçada Fonte do Lameiro, Covilhã, Portugal 

The Topics of Interest
S1. Automation and Control Systems
S2. Condition Monitoring and Fault Diagnosis
S3. Machines Design and Additive Manufacturing
S4. Electrical Machines and Drives
S5. Electromechanical Energy Conversion Systems
S6. Mechatronics/Electromechatronics 

Registration deadline: 6 May 2026 

To register for this event, please visit the following website:
https://sciforum.net/event/IECMA2026?section=#registration

For any inquiries regarding this event, please contact iecma2026@mdpi.com. 

We look forward to seeing you at the 3rd International Electronic Conference on Machines and Applications.

https://sciforum.net/event/IECMA2026

We are pleased to announce that the abstract submission deadline for the 3rd International Conference on AI Sensors and Transducers has been extended to 12 May 2026.

Organized by MDPI and the open access journals Sensors, Micromachines, AI Sensors, Micro, Remote Sensing, Robotics and Technologies, this in-person conference brings together leading experts who will share insights on AI sensors and sensing technologies, as well as their various applications for research and industry.

Oral and Poster Presentation Opportunities
Your insights are highly valued! Please submit your abstracts using this link:
https://sciforum.net/user/submission/create/1506

Please also register by 9 June to secure the early-bird rate for the event:
https://sciforum.net/event/AIS2026?section=#registration

Event Details
Date: 2–7 August 2026.
Venue: International Convention Center JEJU (ICC JEJU).
Location: Jeju, Republic of Korea.

Latest Schedule:
New Abstract Submission Deadline: 12 May 2026.
New Abstract Acceptance Notification: 26 May 2026.
Early-Bird Registration Deadline: 9 June 2026.

We look forward to welcoming you in Jeju!

The Organizing Committee of the 3rd International Conference on AI Sensors and Transducers (AIS 2026)

https://sciforum.net/event/AIS2026

Dear colleagues,

Mark your calendars! We’re excited to invite you to Drones 2026: Mapping the Knowledge, taking place from 11–13 November 2026 in Barcelona, Spain.

Organized by MDPI and the open-access journal Drones, this in-person event aims to bring together researchers, industry professionals, and experts from around the world to share the latest advancements, exchange ideas, and foster collaborations in the field of the design, development, and application of drone technologies.

Why You Should Join
Over the course of three days, we will explore a wide range of novel and attractive topics in the field, including invited talks from leading experts and eight key sessions:

• Drone Design and Development
• Networks and Communications
• Guidance, Navigation, and Control
• Artificial Intelligence Applications for Drones
• Drones in Agriculture and Forestry
• Drones in Security and Defense
• Drones in Geospatial Industry
• Emerging Applications of Drones

Abstract Submission Now Open!
Want to present your latest research? We're accepting submissions for short talks and poster presentations. All the info you need is available on our website – and yes, you're welcome to submit already! Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your work and submit your abstract by 14 July 2026.

Check out our website for more details about the sessions, venue, and travel information. Start planning your participation today!

We look forward to welcoming you to Barcelona for an inspiring and engaging conference experience.

Sincerely,

Prof. Dr. Diego González-Aguilera and Prof. Dr. Pablo Rodríguez-Gonzálvez
Drones 2026 Chairs

Sent by the Drones 2026 Conference Secretariat
drones2026@mdpi.com

P.S. Know someone who’d love this? Please share the news and help us grow the drones’ community!

https://sciforum.net/event/Drones2026

A message from the webinar Chair:

Robotics innovation is rapidly transforming modern manufacturing and human–machine interaction, driven by advances in precision engineering, automation, and intelligent control systems. From prosthetics and wearable robotic devices that enhance human capability to highly accurate industrial robots optimized through advanced measurement technologies, these developments are redefining efficiency, adaptability, and performance. As part of the broader shift toward smart manufacturing and Industry 4.0, such innovations highlight the growing integration of mechanical design, sensing, and control in next-generation robotic systems. These advances are shaping a more responsive, precise, and human-centered technological future.

Date: Tuesday, 19 May 2026
Time: 9:00 to 10:35 PDT | 17:00 to 18:35 BST
Webinar ID: 856 8247 3197
Webinar Secretariat: journal.webinar@mdpi.com
Webinar announcement: https://sciforum.net/event/Cluster-11?subscribe

Register now for free!

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

Unable to attend? Feel free to register anyway, and we will inform you when the recording is available.

Webinar Chair and Keynote Speakers:

• Prof. Dr. Peter L. Bishay, Director of Design SMART Lab (Design of Smart Mechanical and Reconfigurable Technologies); Andrew J. Anagnost College of Engineering and Computer Science (ACECS); California State University, Northridge (CSUN), USA;
• Dr. Mojtaba Ahmadieh Khanesar, The Department of Mechanical, Materials, and Manufacturing Engineering at the University of Nottingham, UK;
• Dr. Lavinia Buta, MDPI Romania.

https://sciforum.net/event/Cluster-11?subscribe