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SPecial Sessions

Approved Special Sessions (Click on the title for details)

The conference committee are reviewing special session applications as they are submitted. If you would like to submit a paper or abstract which also falls under one of these categories, please include the special session title as seen below in the 'Additional Information' section when submitting your paper/abstract through the portal.


  1. Robotics and automated manufacturing processes  

  2. Digital Manufacturing

  3. Advancements in Microfluidic Technologies: From Lab-on-a-Chip to Real-World Applications

  4. Intelligent Manufacturing Optimisation

  5. Sustainable Manufacturing 

  6. Advances in Machining Technology 

As part of the organisation of this conference, The University of Birmingham is collecting income via registration fees and sponsorships on behalf of the Consortium of UK University Manufacturing and Engineering Heads (COMEH).


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