Conference Description:

Topics of Interest for Submission include, but are Not Limited to:

I. Nanomaterials Science:

Synthesis and Fabrication of Nanomaterials:

Novel routes for the synthesis and self-assembly of 1D, 2D, and 3D nanostructures (nanoparticles, nanotubes, nanowires, quantum dots, fullerenes, graphene, 2D materials).

Nanocomposites (metal-, carbon-, ceramic-, and polymer-based).

Thin films and protective coatings.

Micro/nano encapsulation.

Additive manufacturing (3D printing) of nanomaterials.

Characterization of Nanomaterials:

Advanced techniques for structural, chemical, electrical, optical, and mechanical characterization at the nanoscale.

Microscopy (SEM, TEM, AFM, STM).

Spectroscopy (XPS, XRD, Raman, FTIR).

Properties of Nanomaterials:

Size-, shape-, and composition-dependent properties.

Mechanical properties (strength, hardness, elasticity, fatigue, fracture).

Electrical, optical, magnetic, and thermal properties at the nanoscale.

Surface and interface phenomena.

Types of Nanomaterials:

Carbon-based nanostructures (graphene, carbon nanotubes, fullerenes, nanodiamonds).

Metallic and ceramic nanomaterials.

Polymeric nanomaterials and nanostructured polymers.

Composite and hybrid nanomaterials.

Low-dimensional structures.

Smart nanomaterials.

Biomaterials and organometallic compounds.

II. Mechanical Engineering Aspects:

Mechanical Behavior of Materials:

Structural materials and their mechanical behavior at the nano and micro scales.

Fatigue, fracture mechanics, creep.

Tribology (friction, wear, lubrication) in manufacturing processes and applications involving nanomaterials.

Corrosion and degradation of materials.

Manufacturing Processes:

Advanced manufacturing techniques involving nanomaterials (e.g., laser processing, powder metallurgy).

Materials forming, machining, welding, and joining with nano-enhanced materials.

Rapid prototyping and additive manufacturing.

Virtual manufacturing and simulation of processes.

Design and Applications of Mechanical Systems:

Surface engineering and coatings for enhanced mechanical performance.

Thermal engineering theory and applications.

Acoustics and noise control in systems utilizing nanomaterials.

Dynamics and vibration analysis of nanostructures.

Engineering optimization for mechanical systems.

Robotics, automation, and mechatronics in manufacturing and assembly involving nanomaterials.

Computational Mechanics and Modeling:

New methods of modeling properties of materials at the nano-scale.

Finite element analysis (FEA) and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) for nanomaterial applications.

Molecular dynamics simulations.

Theory and application of friction and wear.

III. Applications and Interdisciplinary Themes:

Nanomaterials for Energy Applications:

New energy materials (e.g., for solar cells, fuel cells, thermoelectrics).

Nanomaterials in advanced batteries and supercapacitors.

Hydrogen energy and fuel cell science.

Waste-to-energy and waste management utilizing nanotechnologies.

Environmental friendly materials and green energy.

Nanomaterials in Biomedical and Healthcare:

Biomaterials and nanomedicine.

Nanomaterials for drug delivery, diagnostics, and imaging.

Biosensors and bio-electronic materials.

Nanotechnology in medical devices.

Nanomaterials in Electronics and Photonics:

Nanoelectronics and nanophotonics.

Nanosensors, nanodevices, and actuators.

Low-dimension structures for electronic applications.

Environmental Nanomaterials Science and Nanotechnology:

Nanomaterials for water treatment and environmental remediation.

Sustainable nanotechnology.

Aerospace and Automotive Applications:

Nanomaterials for lightweight structures, enhanced performance, and thermal management.

Modeling and Simulation:

Computational nanotechnology.

Theory and modeling of nanomaterials and nanodevices.

Other Applications:

Nanotechnology for coatings in various industries.

Nanocatalysis.

General engineering and technology applications of nanomaterials.