The 2026 2nd International Conference on Engineering Mechanics and Intelligent Manufacturing (CEMIM 2026) Successfully Held in Lijiang

On July 25, 2026, the 2nd International Conference on Engineering Mechanics and Intelligent Manufacturing (CEMIM 2026) was convened in Lijiang. Co-organized with support from South China University of Technology, Ordos Institute of Applied Technology, and the University of Kuala Lumpur, the conference brought together over a hundred experts, scholars, researchers, and industry representatives from universities, research institutes, and enterprises worldwide. The event focused on cutting-edge topics including smart materials, advanced manufacturing, mechanical system dynamics, structural health monitoring, and intelligent control systems.

The conference was chaired byProf. Yajun Liu from South China University of Technology. In his opening remarks, Prof. Liu emphasized that amid the global transformation of the manufacturing sector toward digitalization and intelligence, the interdisciplinary integration of engineering mechanics and intelligent manufacturing has become a critical driver for industrial upgrading and technological innovation. On behalf of the organizing committee, he extended a warm welcome to all participants and expressed his hope that the high-quality academic exchanges would spark new ideas and foster fruitful collaborations.

Three Keynote Speeches Highlight Frontier Technologies

In the keynote session, three distinguished professors delivered inspiring presentations.

• Prof. Yajun Liu (South China University of Technology) presented on"Research on Process Control System Based on Data Gloves," showcasing the application of digital signal processing and intelligent control in human–machine interactive manufacturing systems. His team has published over 270 papers and been granted more than 40 patents in this field.                

• Prof. Jin Xie (South China University of Technology) spoke on"AI-assisted Control and Digital Twin Technology in Precision Machining and Manufacturing," systematically elaborating on the integration of artificial intelligence and digital twins in precision microfabrication, and sharing his team's research outcomes published in both international SCI journals and top domestic periodicals.                

• Prof. Zhongren Wang (Hubei University of Arts and Science) delivered a talk on"Key Technologies for All-Position Pipeline Welding," demonstrating breakthrough engineering applications of machine vision and intelligent welding techniques under complex working conditions. His team's work has received multiple provincial science and technology advancement awards.                

Following each keynote presentation, lively Q&A sessions engaged the audience, fostering a vibrant academic atmosphere. The talks were widely praised for their theoretical depth and practical engineering relevance.

Oral Presentation Session Showcases Young Scholars' Talents

After the keynote speeches, the conference moved to the oral presentation session. Ten young scholars from institutions including China Automotive Data Corporation, Guizhou University, Lanzhou University, Xi'an University of Architecture and Technology, Lanzhou University of Technology, and Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics reported their latest research advances in areas such as hydrogen safety, magnetic abrasive finishing, adaptive multi-resolution wavelet methods, adhesive contact mechanics, cutting-edge passivation mechanisms, molten-salt diffusion coatings, non-Newtonian fluid damping, alloy cladding performance, passivation uniformity, and mechanical behavior of composite joints.

After each presentation, the expert panel —Prof. Yajun Liu, Prof. Jin Xie, and Prof. Zhongren Wang — provided detailed comments and constructive suggestions from the perspectives of research novelty, experimental design, logical reasoning, and engineering application potential. The young scholars expressed that the expert feedback offered valuable guidance for their future work. The session was marked by an enthusiastic and intellectually stimulating atmosphere, with frequent sparks of academic exchange. The three professors jointly served as award presenters, issuing certificates to all oral presenters in recognition of their contributions.

Conference Concludes with High Hopes for Next Year

Following the completion of all scheduled sessions, Prof. Yajun Liu delivered the closing remarks. He summarized that the conference not only showcased the latest achievements in engineering mechanics and intelligent manufacturing but also built interdisciplinary and cross-institutional bridges for collaboration, which holds significant value for promoting both theoretical innovation and technological implementation. He extended his sincere gratitude to all keynote speakers, participants, and staff for their dedication, and invited everyone to look forward to the next edition of the conference.

The successful convening of this conference has further advanced academic exchanges and collaborative innovation in the fields of engineering mechanics and intelligent manufacturing, injecting new momentum into the industrialization of related technologies.