Mechanical Control and Automation

Background

Mechanical control and automation have become essential fields in modern engineering, underpinning innovations in manufacturing, robotics, aerospace, automotive systems, and industrial production. With the rapid progress of intelligent systems and Industry 4.0, traditional mechanical control systems are increasingly integrated with advanced computing, sensing technologies, and automation processes. This convergence enables greater precision, reliability, and efficiency in industrial operations. The ongoing development of automation has also brought forth challenges related to adaptability, sustainability, and human-machine collaboration. Therefore, exploring new methods and technologies in mechanical control and automation is crucial for addressing both theoretical and practical issues while driving advancements in engineering applications.

The symposium, which serves as a specialized session of the 4th International Conference on Mechatronics and Smart Systems (CONF-MSS 2026), will focus on mechanics and automation.

Goal/Rationale

The main objective of this symposium is to provide a platform for researchers, engineers, and practitioners to discuss recent advances, challenges, and opportunities in the domain of mechanical control and automation. While significant progress has been made in areas such as robotics, mechatronic systems, process optimization, intelligent manufacturing, smart agriculture, and many challenges remain, including system integration, real-time monitoring, and adaptive control in complex environments. With the increasing demand for automation in diverse industries, there is a growing need for new control strategies, predictive models, and data-driven approaches that can enhance system efficiency and resilience. This symposium aims to highlight cutting-edge research, share best practices, and promote interdisciplinary collaboration. By fostering exchange between academia and industry, participants will gain insights into how novel approaches in mechanical control and automation can contribute to sustainable industrial growth and innovation.

Scope

This symposium welcomes contributions from a broad range of research areas within mechanical control and automation. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to:

• Advanced control strategies for mechanical and mechatronic systems
• Robotics and autonomous systems
• Automation in smart manufacturing and Industry 4.0
• Human-machine interaction and collaborative robotics
• Intelligent sensing, monitoring, and predictive maintenance
• Energy-efficient automation and sustainable production
• Applications of artificial intelligence and machine learning in mechanical control
• System integration, modeling, and simulation for automation
• Applications for smart agriculture and food quality and safety