Thematic Sessions

·  Essential technologies for the defense sector

·  Bulk metal forming

·  Large language models and data-driven mathematical models in manufacturing processes

·  Advanced multiscale characterization techniques for structure, mechanical behavior, and deformation mechanisms

·  Sheet metal forming

·  Forming of non-ferrous metals and advanced alloys

·  Green manufacturing and high-performance steel alloy design for sustainable transportation infrastructure

·  Additive manufacturing, welding, and joining of metal parts

About the Conference

The conference constitutes an international forum for the exchange of knowledge and experience between the scientific community and industry representatives involved in advanced metal forming processes, with particular emphasis on applications in the automotive sector. The main objective of the event is to present the latest scientific achievements, innovative technologies, and practical solutions used in the design and implementation of advanced manufacturing processes.
The conference focuses on a wide range of topics related to materials engineering, metal forming technologies, and modern production systems. Special attention will be devoted to research on materials used in the automotive industry, including advanced high-strength steels, lightweight alloys, and materials dedicated to electric and energy-efficient vehicles. Topics related to material microstructure, deformation mechanisms, component durability, and the influence of technological processes on the quality and strength of final products will also be discussed.
An important area of the conference concerns metal forming technologies, including sheet metal stamping, forging, rolling, bending, hydroforming, and advanced forming processes for components with complex geometries. Participants will present modern approaches to process design, solutions aimed at increasing manufacturing efficiency, and methods for reducing production costs, energy consumption, and industrial waste. Particular emphasis will be placed on the use of numerical simulations, FEM/MES methods, and digital tools supporting the analysis and optimization of manufacturing processes.
Another key aspect of the conference is the transformation of industry toward the Industry 4.0 concept. Discussions will address the application of artificial intelligence, machine learning, automation, and robotics in modern manufacturing facilities. Topics will include intelligent quality monitoring systems, digital twins, process data analysis, and the integration of production systems with advanced information technologies.
The conference has an interdisciplinary character and brings together scientists, PhD students, engineers, technology designers, R&D specialists, and representatives of companies operating in the automotive, materials, and machinery industries. The event provides a platform for establishing scientific and industrial cooperation, exchanging experiences, and discussing future directions in the development of manufacturing technologies.
The high scientific level of the conference is ensured by an international scientific committee composed of recognized experts representing technical universities, research institutes, and industry. As a result, the conference serves as an important platform for presenting advanced research and technological implementations addressing the current challenges of the modern automotive and manufacturing industries.