History
ICMSSM 2024 is the 9th edition in this series of conferences started in 2013 that are devoted to around the design and analysis of mechanical structures that incorporate smart materials. ICMSSM is a famous event worldwide that covers many dimensions of adaptive structural design, smart materials for intelligent sensing and monitoring systems, energy harvesting and storage, vibration control and damping, biomechanics. ICMSSM conferences have been previous successfully held in Xiamen, China in 2013; Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia in 2014; Nanjing, China in 2016; Shenzhen, China in 2018; Xi'an, China in 2019; Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam in 2020; Changsha, China in 2021; and most recently, a virtual gathering in Bangkok in 2023. Histories of ICMSSM are introdeced as follows:

The 8th International Conference on Mechanical Structures and Smart Materials (ICMSSM2023) achieved remarkable success, as it took place virtually on July 8-9, 2023, in the vibrant city of Bangkok, Thailand. This groundbreaking event served as a platform to delve into the latest advancements and confront the emerging challenges within the realm of Mechanical Structures and Smart Materials. The ICMSSM conference is globally recognized for its commitment to spotlighting cutting-edge developments and addressing the contemporary challenges that surround the intricate field of Mechanical Structures and Smart Materials. The 2023 edition did not disappoint, bringing together an impressive roster of distinguished professionals.

Over 10 prominent experts graced the event with keynote presentations and invited speeches. This event drew participation from over 50 attendees, representing a diverse cross-section of scholars, industry professionals, and enthusiasts from various corners of the globe. The success of this conference undoubtedly reinforces its position as a cornerstone in the continuous evolution and advancement of the field.
Keynote & Invited Spakers
Prof. Katsuyuki Kida

University of Toyama, Japan

Professor Katsuyuki Kida was born in 1968 in Osaka, where he studied mechanical engineering at Osaka University from 1988. Apart from course work, he studied rolling contact fatigue (RCF) occurring in TiC and TiN coated steels using both X-ray diffraction and scanning acoustic microscopy. After graduation he pursued his academic career and obtained a Ph.D. in engineering mechanics in 2000, investigating RCF problems of all-Si3N4 bearings. By observing cracking and flaking failure under RCF, he succeeded in explaining the material`s features from the viewpoint of fracture mechanics. From 2000 he focused his work on investigating the contact problems of several materials used in machine elements. He has also continued fundamental research on contact problems, for which he received ‘The Best Paper Prize (FFEMS PRIZE)’ from ‘Fatigue & Fracture of Engineering Materials & Structures’ journal in 2005. The awarded papers reported establishing a crack growth mechanism under contact pressure, a problem previously unsolved for over 70 years since S. Way’s proposed theory. His research interests now include the development of three dimensional scanning Hall-probe microscope technologies, fatigue phenomena in polymer bearing, crack growth mechanism under contact stresses and refinement of high-carbon steels. 

He holds and has held a number of prestigious leadership roles in academy-industry corroboration programs: refinement of steels, new joint system in humanoid robots and fatigue of polymer bearings in "Strategic Fundamental Technologies Strengthening Assistance Programs" (Ministry of Economics, Trade and Industry, Japan, 2009-2013); scanning Hall-probe microscopy in "Fundamental Studies on Technologies for Steel Materials with Enhanced Strength and Functions" (Consortium of the JRCM, Japan, 2008-2012); and ceramic bearing elements in the project supported by "Japanese Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization" (NEDO, Japan, 2007-2011).” As a chairperson of department of mechanical engineering in University of Toyama, Professor Kida is heading education and research projects (2019-)..

Speech Title: Change in magnetic field around fatigue crack of steels


Prof. Koshiro Mizobe

University of Toyama, Japan

Koshiro Mizobe is a professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Toyama, Japan. Koshiro studied mechanical engineering at Kyushu University, Japan, graduating in 2013. He studied the repeated quenching refinement method of high-carbon chromium steels in his PhD course. For this work he received the Research Fellowship for Young Scientists in 2013-2014 from the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science as well as Top Young Researcher Award in 2012 from Kyushu University. Since 2015 he has been an assistant professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Toyama. He has won some best paper awards from international conference. Now, he develops the combination of PEEK races-PTFE retainer bearings.

Speech Title: Effect of rotating bending moment on fracture surface in high hardened (IH and FH) bearing steels


Dr. Sen Liu

Stanford University and Stanford Synchrotron Radiation Laboratory

Sen Liu, a research scholar at Stanford University and Stanford Synchrotron Radiation Laboratory. He got his PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering from Colorado School of Mines. His research interests and area include laser additive manufacturing, machine learning, AI-powered materials design, and in-situ monitoring of manufacturing processes.

Speech Title: AI-Powered In Situ X-Ray Characterization for Laser Metal Additive Manufacturing Process

Asst. Prof. Shieh-Kung Huang

National Chung Hsing University (NCHU), Taiwan (R.O.C.)

Dr. Shieh-Kung Huang has completed his PhD in the Department of Civil Engineering at National Taiwan University (NTU). He worked as a visiting scholar in the Department of Structural Engineering at the University of California, San Diego, from 2018 to 2019. He is currently an assistant professor at National Chung Hsing University (NCHU). He has published around 20 papers in reputed journals and his research topics include the areas of smart structure, structural health monitoring, structural control, and earthquake early warning. He has recent research interests primarily in the fields of automated structural health monitoring, vibration-sensitive equipment, and seismic isolation devices.

Speech Title: Online System Parameters Tracking of Seismically-excited Building Structures using Subspace-based Approaches

Abstract: Earthquakes, as one of the most catastrophic natural disasters in Asia, often caused destructive damages including large-scale loss of human lives, public/private properties, and so on. Hence, advanced techniques, such as structural health monitoring (SHM) and Structural integrity management (SIM), have been developed with continuous and autonomous monitoring ability during seismic events so that the damages can be timely mitigated. In this regard, real-time or online SHM or SIM techniques need to be developed to identify the state of the structure, track the system parameters, provide the warning message about damage, and help the post-earthquake reconnaissance and rehabilitation. To achieve it, recursive techniques for system identification and damage detection are a promising solution and the related subspace identification (SI) algorithms can recognize structure characteristics, identify structural states, and evaluate damage or deterioration of civil infrastructures. This study proposes recursive subspace identification (RSI) to track the system parameters of structures and enable online or real-time evaluation under earthquake excitations. Besides, the proposed subspace-based algorithm is carefully derived and the performance is detailedly examined in this study. For the verification of the subspace-based SHM, several laboratory and field tests are conducted and the proposed algorithm is applied to identify the modal parameters continuously.


Asst. Prof. Takahiro Matsueda

University of Toyama, Japan

Takahiro Matsueda is an assistant professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Toyama, Japan. He has investigated evaluation of fatigue strength of steel, stress intensity factors of microcrack, nondestructive testing and evaluation of material strength such as solar cell, ceramics and polymer. He has won awards for research from international committees (ICSMMS, ICMEMSCE and ICMTM). He proposed the method to evaluate microcrack initiation using the AE, LT and I-V curve. Takahiro Matsueda is studying Prediction method of fatigue limit in metal materials, the new prediction method based on fracture mechanics for safely design. In particular, he focuses on improvement of the method to define the fatigue crack shape and propagating during fatigue test.

Speech Title: Acoustic Emission (AE) for Ceramics and Infrared Thermography (IRT) for Flexible Solar Cell as Subjects of Nondestructive Techniques (NDT)


Prof. Tamer Sebaey

Prince Sultan University, Saudi Arabia

Dr. Tamer Sebaey is a professor of manufacturing and design at the College of Engineering at Prince Sultan University. He got his Ph.D. in 2013 from the University of Girona about the optimum selection of stacking sequences for aerospace composites. His main research interest is the mechanics of composite materials including impact, crushing, microscale testing and modeling, and the environmental degradation of FRP composites. His publication record shows almost 100 journal publications and more than 30 international conference communications, with a 28 H-index. He participated in establishing and, currently, is leading the composite structures research activities at the Structures and Materials research lab at the PSU.

Speech Title: The Role of Thin Plies in Traditional Composite Structures Under Different Loading Conditions

Dr. Elias Randjbaran

Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), Malaysia

Dr. Elias Randjbaran, an influential Materials Engineer with over two decades of experience in the Composite Materials Industry, holds a PhD and Master's degree in Materials Engineering. His research interests include progressive damage analysis of composite laminated structures, post-buckling of nano-composite structures, and ballistic impact analysis. Dr. Randjbaran has published an impressive 30 research papers since 2009, which have garnered a citation count of over 430, H-index of 11, and i10-index of 15. Furthermore, Dr. Randjbaran is a distinguished academic and a valued member of multiple scientific societies. Dr. Randjbaran has gained considerable expertise in reducing emissions and ensuring efficient use of natural resources, such as energy, water, and materials.

Speech Title: Key Challenges and Potential Solutions for Simultaneous Optimisation of Circular Economy and Structural Performance for Mechanical Components

Abstract: This paper discusses the key challenges and potential solutions for simultaneously optimising circular economy and structural performance for mechanical components. To achieve this, advanced materials like additive manufacturing, materials resilience, and repair, as well as precision engineering and manufacturing, nano-manufacturing and micro-manufacturing are essential. In addition, supporting practices for sustainable manufacturing and lifecycle engineering, supply chain resilience, and commercialisation within the industry are crucial. The development of sustainable production and supply chain practices can reduce atmospheric, land, and marine pollution, while waste treatment and emissions technology can support recycling, responsible manufacturing, and waste-to-energy technology. Environmental science plays a key role in reducing emissions and promoting efficient use of natural resources like energy, water, and materials. Sustainable manufacturing and lifecycle engineering specialists, energy infrastructure, and sustainable waste management systems are important for achieving these goals.


Assoc. Prof. Mahmoud Fathy Mubarak

Egyptian petroleum research institute, Egypt

Assoc. Professor Dr. Mahmoud Fathy Mubarak is an accomplished researcher in water treatment technology and environmental chemistry with over 11 years of experience. He has holds a B.Sc. (2009), M.Sc. (2014), and Ph.D. (2018). He is currently serving as a Dr. of Applied Petrochemicals Department in the Faculty of Science at Mansoura University. Dr. Mubarak has contributed to 10 STDF water treatment and desalination projects as a PI, CO-PI, and consultant, and has published over 80 papers in international journals in field of water management, enhanced oil production and nanotechnologies processing. He has authored 7 books/chapters on various topics related to water treatment technology and environmental issues. Dr. Mubarak has been recognized for his outstanding work in water innovation, receiving an award from the Federation of Arab Scientific Research Council in 2020. He is an active member of 10 international and local societies in the field of water and chemistry and serves as a member of the Board of Directors for the Core Lab Center - Water Compatibility Laboratory - Petroleum Research Institute. Dr. Mubarak has participated in more than 30 local and international conferences and contributed to the work of more than 350 studies of water compatibility and in the field of improving the extraction of crude oil for many international oil companies. He also works as a scientific research consultant for the National Youth Council, Delegated Economic and Social Development. Dr. Mubarak has an issued patent in the field of nanotechnology and serves on the editorial board for seven well-respected national and international journals published by Taylor and Francis, Springer Nature, Elsevier, MDPI, and other publishers.

Speech Title: Advancements in Water Treatment Technology: Enhancing Efficiency and Sustainability

Abstract:Water treatment technology plays a pivotal role in addressing the global challenges associated with water scarcity, pollution, and the need for sustainable resource management. This presentation aims to highlight recent advancements in the field of water treatment technology, focusing on innovative approaches that enhance efficiency and promote sustainability. The presentation will delve into several key areas of research and development, including novel materials and membrane technologies, advanced oxidation processes, and intelligent control systems. These cutting-edge technologies are poised to revolutionize the water treatment industry by enabling more effective removal of contaminants, reducing energy consumption, and minimizing the environmental footprint.
Moreover, this presentation will discuss the integration of smart materials and structures into water treatment systems. The utilization of smart materials, such as responsive membranes and nanomaterials, can enhance process control, optimize resource utilization, and improve overall system performance. Additionally, the incorporation of smart structures, such as self-monitoring sensors and adaptive flow control mechanisms, can enable real-time monitoring, fault detection, and system optimization.
The presentation will showcase case studies and experimental results, highlighting the practical applications and benefits of these technological advancements. Furthermore, it will address the challenges and opportunities associated with the implementation of these innovative solutions on a larger scale, emphasizing the need for collaborative efforts among researchers, engineers, policymakers, and stakeholders.

Assoc. Prof. Shoroog Wassel Alraddadi

Umm Al-Qura University, Saudi Arabia

Dr. Shoroog Wassel Alraddadi completed her Ph.D. in the Department of Physics at the University of Connecticut, USA, in 2016. She worked in the Department of Physics at Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, Saudi Arabia, from 2008 to -the present. She is currently Associate Professor at Umm Al-Qura University. She has published around 32 papers in reputed journals. Her research interests and area include Thin Films and Physics of Nanostructures, Magnetic Oxide, Surface and Structure Properties, Transport, and Magnetic Measurement, Composites, Glass Ceramics, and Ceramics.

Speech Title: Electronic and Magnetic Properties of Ultrathin γ-Fe2O3 Films

Abstract: In this work, iron oxide γ-Fe2O3 films with thickness of 10 nm were grown on a single crystalline MgO (001) substrate by molecular beam epitaxy using oxidation of an iron thin film at substrate temperature 250 °C. The crystal structure, electronic, and magnetic properties of the ultrathin epitaxial γ-Fe2O3 films were investigated. X-ray photoemission spectroscopy, Low energy electron diffraction, and X-ray diffraction confirmed that films were single crystalline quality with the same orientation as the MgO substrates and had only a single phase of γ-Fe2O3. Furthermore, the magnetization measurements at 300 K showed that the ultrathin films were ferromagnetic with a magnetization value of 270 emu cm−3. These results show that it is possible to synthesize high-quality ultrathin γ- Fe2O3 films with good properties, which are promising as a spin filtering tunnel junction and for application in other spintronic devices, using the iron oxidation method.


Assoc. Prof. Ahmed Mourtada Elseman

Central Metallurgical Research and Development Institute (CMRDI), Egypt

Ahmed Mourtada Elseman is obtained his B.Sc., M.Sc., and Ph.D. in Inorganic and Analytical Chemistry from Faculty of Science, Al-Azhar University, Egypt. He was awarded his Ph.D. in perovskite solar cells (February 2017). In addition, he obtained two diplomas from Inner Mongolia Institute of Scientific and Technological, Hohhot, China 2015, and the second one from the Institute of New Energy, Wuhan, China, 2017. He works as Research Assistant Professor at the Department of Electronic and Magnetic Materials, Central Metallurgical Research & Development Institute (CMRDI), Egypt. He is awarded Talent Young Scientific (TYSP) Postdoctoral Research Fellow position funded by the Chinese Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST) and organized by North China Electric Power University, Beijing, China, 2017-2018. Then, he received a lecturer position in the School of Materials and Energy, Southwest University, Chongqing. China (2018 – 2020). During his work at Southwest University, he received a project funded by Central Universities for efficient perovskite solar cells (ID: XDJK2019C005). He is awarded the CMRDI prize for excellence scientific publication (2018). His current research focuses on understanding the mechanisms, fundamental properties and developing scalableprotocols for high-efficiency perovskite solar cells. He is a reviewer and member of the editorial board for some journals.

Speech Title: Augmentation the Hole Extraction in Hole Transport Materials for High Efficiency and Stable Perovskite Solar Cells


Dr. Guangda Zhu

Heidelberg University, Germany

Guangda Zhu received his Ph.D. degree at the Institute of Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences in 2021. After a year of postdoctoral work at the Chinese University of Hong Kong, he obtained an Alexander von Humboldt Postdoctoral Research Fellowship to work at Heidelberg University in Germany. His research interests mainly focus on the design and preparation of functional polymers for 3D printing and soft robotics.

Speech Title: Introducing Dynamic Polymers for Sustainable 3D Printing and Soft Robotics

Abstract: Plastic pollution has become a widespread concern throughout society. However, most of the materials used in the rapidly developing fields of 3D printing and soft robotics are thermoset materials (e.g., PDMS) that are permanently covalently cross-linked and difficult to recycle, may leading to more serious plastic pollution and material waste. Dynamic polymers are a new class of polymeric materials cross-linked by reversible chemical bonds, which maintain the good mechanical and thermal properties of thermoset materials and have the reprocessability and recyclability of thermoplastic materials. Here, I present the development of new dynamic polymers for 3D printing and soft robotics to avoid possible plastic pollution and material waste, thus achieving a sustainable future.



7th ICMSSM2021
Jun. 14-15, 2021 | Virtual, Online

ICMSSM2021 embraced the digital landscape, conducting its proceedings on Zoom on June 14-15, 2021. This adaptation highlighted the conference's dedication to leveraging technology for global collaboration and knowledge sharing. The successful conclusion of past editions underscored the event's effectiveness, enriching the conference's status and fostering a positive and encouraging atmosphere.

6th ICMSSM2020
July. 25-26, 2020 | Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

In the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, ICMSSM2020, originally scheduled to be held in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, successfully transitioned to a virtual format in July 2020. This shift united participants from around the world through a robust digital network, serving as a testament to the conference's resilience, adaptability, and unwavering commitment to advancing the field amidst challenging circumstances.

5th ICMSSM2019
May. 27-28, 2019 | Xi'an, China

ICMSSM2019 was hosted at the Xi'an Guangcheng Hotel in Xi'an, China. The conference offered participants a comprehensive overview of the state-of-the-art research and recent findings. Attendees delved into recent breakthroughs,and explored emerging trends in the converging realms of mechanical structures and smart materials, fostering vibrant discussions on the present and future of these fields.

4th ICMSSM2018
Sep. 22-23, 2018 | Shenzhen, China

ICMSSM2018 took place at the Shenzhen Century Plaza Hotel in Shenzhen, China. The event drew participants from the upper echelons of international academia and industry labs. It acted as a catalyst for forging collaborative partnerships and served as a dynamic arena for identifying and dissecting emerging technology trends, driving forward the frontiers of Mechanical Structures and Smart Materials.

3rd ICMSSM2016
Oct. 22-23, 2016 | Nanjing, China

In 2016, ICMSSM2016 convened at the Novotel Nanjing Central in Nanjing, China. Building on the tradition of hosting the event in diverse locations, the conference attracted researchers interested in the design, characterization, and applications of mechanical structures and smart materials. It served as a global platform for academia and industry professionals to share their research results and activities.

2nd ICMSSM2014
Aug. 16-17, 2014 | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

ICMSSM2014 was held at Furama Bukit Bintang Hotel in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The conference delved deep into frontier topics surrounding mechanical structures and smart materials. Experts from the globe graced the event with keynote Speeches and invited talks, complemented by contributed papers. This synergy culminated in a vibrant milieu for exchanging knowledge and fostering innovation.

1st ICMSSM2013
Nov. 16-17, 2013 | Xiamen, China

ICMSSM2013 marked the inception of the conference, hosted at the Xiamen SeaShine Hotel Palace in China. This inaugural event set the stage for future endeavors in the realm of mechanical structures and smart materials, gathering leading scientists, researchers, engineers, practitioners, technology developers, and policy makers in nanotechnology to exchange cutting-edge research and innovation.