Dr. Steve Chan
Decision Engineering Analysis Laboratory, VTIRL, VT, USA
International Metals and Engineering Conference
IMEC2026
In celebration of the
Metals and Engineering Week 2026
This Year's Theme
Beyond Digital Transformation
Convergent Technologies for Intelligent and Sustainable Metals and Engineering Industries
June 18, 2026Acacia Hotel, Alabang, MuntinlupaIn-Person Conference
Overview
A Global Platform for Metals and Engineering
The International Metals and Engineering Conference 2026 brings together academia, industry, and government to address advanced manufacturing, Industry 4.0, digital transformation, sustainability, and engineering innovation through keynote lectures, invited sessions, technical paper presentations, and industry-focused discussions.
Featured Speakers
Plenary Speakers
Prof. Arun Kumar Sangaiah
National Yunlin University of S&T, Taiwan
Prof. Artem Lenskiy
University of New South Wales Canberra at the Australian Defence Force Academy
Dr. Jimson G. Ngeo
Meta Reality Labs
Prof. Dong Seong-Kim
Kumoh National Institute of Technology, South Korea
Dr. Steve Chan
Decision Engineering Analysis Laboratory, VTIRL, VT, USA
Prof. Arun Kumar Sangaiah
National Yunlin University of S&T, Taiwan
Prof. Artem Lenskiy
University of New South Wales Canberra at the Australian Defence Force Academy
Dr. Jimson G. Ngeo
Meta Reality Labs
Prof. Dong Seong-Kim
Kumoh National Institute of Technology, South Korea
Dr. Steve Chan
Decision Engineering Analysis Laboratory, VTIRL, VT, USA
Prof. Arun Kumar Sangaiah
National Yunlin University of S&T, Taiwan
Prof. Artem Lenskiy
University of New South Wales Canberra at the Australian Defence Force Academy
Dr. Jimson G. Ngeo
Meta Reality Labs
Prof. Dong Seong-Kim
Kumoh National Institute of Technology, South Korea
Dr. Steve Chan
Decision Engineering Analysis Laboratory, VTIRL, VT, USA
Prof. Arun Kumar Sangaiah
National Yunlin University of S&T, Taiwan
Prof. Artem Lenskiy
University of New South Wales Canberra at the Australian Defence Force Academy
Dr. Jimson G. Ngeo
Meta Reality Labs
Prof. Dong Seong-Kim
Kumoh National Institute of Technology, South Korea
Dr. Steve Chan
Decision Engineering Analysis Laboratory, VTIRL, VT, USA
Prof. Arun Kumar Sangaiah
National Yunlin University of S&T, Taiwan
Prof. Artem Lenskiy
University of New South Wales Canberra at the Australian Defence Force Academy
Dr. Jimson G. Ngeo
Meta Reality Labs
Prof. Dong Seong-Kim
Kumoh National Institute of Technology, South Korea
Dr. Steve Chan
Decision Engineering Analysis Laboratory, VTIRL, VT, USA
Prof. Arun Kumar Sangaiah
National Yunlin University of S&T, Taiwan
Prof. Artem Lenskiy
University of New South Wales Canberra at the Australian Defence Force Academy
Dr. Jimson G. Ngeo
Meta Reality Labs
Prof. Dong Seong-Kim
Kumoh National Institute of Technology, South Korea
Dr. Steve Chan
Decision Engineering Analysis Laboratory, VTIRL, VT, USA
Prof. Arun Kumar Sangaiah
National Yunlin University of S&T, Taiwan
Prof. Artem Lenskiy
University of New South Wales Canberra at the Australian Defence Force Academy
Dr. Jimson G. Ngeo
Meta Reality Labs
Prof. Dong Seong-Kim
Kumoh National Institute of Technology, South Korea
Dr. Steve Chan
Decision Engineering Analysis Laboratory, VTIRL, VT, USA
Prof. Arun Kumar Sangaiah
National Yunlin University of S&T, Taiwan
Prof. Artem Lenskiy
University of New South Wales Canberra at the Australian Defence Force Academy
Dr. Jimson G. Ngeo
Meta Reality Labs
Prof. Dong Seong-Kim
Kumoh National Institute of Technology, South Korea
Dr. Steve Chan
Decision Engineering Analysis Laboratory, VTIRL, VT, USA
Prof. Arun Kumar Sangaiah
National Yunlin University of S&T, Taiwan
Prof. Artem Lenskiy
University of New South Wales Canberra at the Australian Defence Force Academy
Dr. Jimson G. Ngeo
Meta Reality Labs
Prof. Dong Seong-Kim
Kumoh National Institute of Technology, South Korea
Call for Papers Timeline
Important Dates
Join the future of metals and engineering.
Paper Submission Deadline
April 30, 2026
Notification of Acceptance
April 15, 2026 - Batch 1 | April 30, 2026 - Batch 2 | May 15, 2026 - Batch 3
Camera-Ready Submission
May 15, 2026
Author Registration Deadline
May 15, 2026
Countdown
Countdown to IMEC 2026
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Topics
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Metal Works and Conventional Manufacturing
Advancing modern metal fabrication and conventional manufacturing for industrial productivity and innovation.
Machining, Cutting, and Joining
Showcasing precision machining, advanced cutting methods, and intelligent joining technologies.
Metal Casting and Defect Control
Enhancing casting quality and reliability through innovative defect analysis and process control.
Metal Forming and Thermomechanical Processing
Driving material performance through advanced forming and heat-assisted processing technologies.
Surface Engineering and Coatings
Improving durability and functionality through next-generation surface treatment and coating solutions.
Iron and Steelmaking Technologies
Strengthening industrial capability with sustainable and efficient iron and steel production technologies.
FAQ
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