International conference in AI, Robotics and Intelligent Manufacturing
(AIRIM-2026)
Conference Date - November 05 - 07, 2026
About SRM University-AP
SRM University-AP, Amravati was established in 2017 as research focussed university and in just 7 years, university has achieved substantial success in achieving its goals. In just 7 years, the university has published over 3000+ articles in reputed international journals, filed over 200+ patents (30 granted ones), and obtained over 42 Cr research funding from various funding agencies.
About the Conference
The upcoming conference on Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, and Intelligent Manufacturing, AIRIM 2026 is envisioned as a premier global platform that brings together leading minds from across the world to exchange ideas, foster innovation, and build meaningful collaborations in the rapidly evolving domain of robotics in the age of AI and advanced manufacturing.
This conference aims to create a vibrant ecosystem by uniting academia, industry, and startups under a single umbrella. It will facilitate the sharing of cutting-edge research, technological advancements, and real-world applications, enabling participants to explore new opportunities and address emerging challenges in the field.
By providing a unique platform for researchers, students, industry experts, and entrepreneurs, the conference encourages interdisciplinary dialogue and collaboration that can accelerate progress in robotics and intelligent systems. Special emphasis will be placed on innovation-driven discussions, industry partnerships, and startup engagement to bridge the gap between research and practical implementation.
Aligned with the vision of Viksit Bharat Mission 2047, this conference aspires to contribute to India’s journey toward becoming a global leader in technology, manufacturing, and innovation. Through knowledge exchange and collaborative efforts, it seeks to inspire transformative solutions that will shape the future of robotics and intelligent manufacturing.
Key Dates
- Call for papers and participation: April 10, 2026
- Last date for submission of two-pages abstract: May 10, 2026
- Intimation of acceptance: June 10, 2026
- Full Paper submission: July 10, 2026
- Reviewer’s comments notification: : July 25, 2026
- Revised paper submission: Aug 20, 2026
- Publication acceptance notification: Sep 01, 2025
- Registration opening: June 10, 2026
- Registration deadline: Sep 05, 2026
- Conference date: Nov 5-7, 2026
Call for Papers
The International Conference on Artificial Intelligence, Robotics and Intelligent Manufacturing (AIRIM 2026) invites researchers, academicians, industry professionals, and students to submit original research papers and participate in a global forum dedicated to advancing innovation in robotics and AI-driven manufacturing.
This conference aims to bring together global experts from academia, industry, and startups to exchange ideas, present cutting-edge research, and explore collaborative opportunities in the evolving landscape of intelligent systems and advanced manufacturing. Conference themes (not limited to) are classified into three tracks.
Submission and Review process
Prospective authors are requested to prepare their abstract as per the required format and submit using the following links:
- The articles should present novel perspectives on the given conference themes.
- The authors may submit the abstract through Microsoft CMT.
- The abstract must include title, author(s) affiliation, email address and keywords.
- The abstract should be limited to 300 words.
- The abstract will be reviewed by the technical committee members, and accordingly, decision will be sent to the respective authors via email.
- The full paper length should be of 8 pages.
- The paper will be reviewed by the technical committee members, and accordingly, decision will be sent to the respective authors via email.
- Review paper will be considered if it demonstrates novelty and promises original contribution in the respective field.
- After the conference, the authors will be informed about the respective journals in which their abstract has been accepted.
- All the submitted papers will be subjected to a similarity test using Turnitin Software.
- Papers with a similarity score of less than 15% will be considered.
Track 1: Robot Modeling, Control, and Autonomous Systems
- Robot Modeling and Simulation
- Dynamics, Motion Planning and Control
- Mobile Robots and Autonomous Ground Vehicles
- Aerial and Underwater Robots
- Space Robotics and Space Systems
- End Effectors
- Compliant Mechanisms and Soft Robotics
- Robotics for Mining, Surveillance and Disaster Response
Track 2: Intelligent Robotics, Perception, and Human Interaction
- Robot Vision
- Applied AI
- Cognitive and Social Robots
- Haptics, HRI and Wearable Devices
- Medical and Rehabilitation Robotics
- Micro- and Nanorobots
Track 3: Industry 4.0 and Digital Manufacturing Systems
- Industry 4.0
- Industrial Automation
- Digital Manufacturing
- Digital Twins in Manufacturing and Automation
- Automated Inspection and Maintenance
Topics
- Experimental Mechanics/Static/Dynamic tests, Impact/Vibration etc
- Computational Mechanics/Static/Dynamic/Linear/Nonlinear
- Surface Engineering/Coatings/Thin films- Mechanics and manufacturing aspects
- Smart Materials and structures- Mechanics/Manufacturing/Testing
- Industry 4.0/ AI/ ML/ Digital Twins in Materials and Manufacturing
- Sustainability in materials and manufacturing
- Robots and automation in manufacturing
- Composites- Design, Modelling, Testing
- Functional materials and biomaterials
- Fatigue, Durability and Corrosion
- Machining/Welding/Joining
- Additive manufacturing
- Material processing
Publication
1. Proceedings in Springer Book
Plagiarism check will be performed on each submitted paper before review and only upto 20% similarity will be allowed. Four experts will review the papers and based on their recommendations; paper will be selected for springer proceeding. If the paper is not selected for proceedings, authors will be encouraged to do presentation only or Poster.
Springer Proceedings Book Editors:
- Dr. Shahrol Bin Mohammaden, Professor, Shibaura Institute of Technology, Koto, Tokyo, Japan
- Dr. Santhakumar Mohan, Professor, IIT Palakkad, Kerala, India
- Dr. Vivekananda Shanmuganathan, Professor, SRM University AP.
- Dr Prakash Jadhav, Professor, SRM University-AP
Workshop
An advanced ROBOTICS hands on workshop will be held for 3 hrs on the third day afternoon of the conference
Events
- Invited talks from experts in robotics and automation at national and international levels ranging from academia, startups and industry
- Paper and poster presentation in various robotic themes.
- Stalls for industry and startups to showcase their products and interact with students, peers and conference attendees.
- Robotic hands-on workshop of manipulator and mobile robot
- Lab visits to showcase, advanced robotics lab, and manufacturing facility in the university
- Special events for students from nearby schools and universities to visit AIRIM - 2026 to showcase their projects related to robotics.
Sponsorship
Sponsorships are welcomed from the industry and startups to showcase their products and services. The sponsors will be included in the brochure, banner, will be given exhibit space and promo video sessions. The average footfall in conferences in SRM AP is above 1000. The university has close to 10,000 students and close to 1000 faculties in various disciplines in engineering and science, business school and liberal arts. Further we will be sending brochures to many colleges in India and sending postal invitations to many engineering colleges. The event is supposed to bring brightest minds in India in the field of robotics and AI which could lead to several lead generation and collaborations between startups, industry and academia. The talent pool available at the conference can further be used for manpower selection by providing internships and jobs.
We are looking to provide a platform for students to showcase their robotics skills, at the same time giving space for industry and startups to hire potential candidates for their manpower requirements. Let’s make this a grand success for all the stakeholders associated. We are looking forward to talking with you on your requirements and providing the best service for you to showcase your products and services. Further this event will increase your brand visibility across the nation in various university students through the brochures, banners and other social media platforms including linkedin, visibility through our website, publicity through SRM AP linkedin page with more than 50k followers, SRM AP alumni page as well as SRM AP research page.
| Sponsorship Benefits | Platinum Sponsor (Rs. 1 Lakhs) | Gold Sponsor (Rs. 50000) | Silver Sponsor (Rs. 25000) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brochure advertisement (Color) | Full Page | Half Page | Name, logo and brief details |
| Logo placement in brochure and banner | Included | Included | Included |
| Brochure inclusion in delegate kits | Included | Included | Included |
| Complimentary registrations | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Exhibition stall | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Banner display at venue | Included | Included | - |
| Podium time video presentation | Included | - | - |
| Exhibition stall | Stall size - 3m x 2m |
| Cost per stall | Rs. 10,000 |
Souvenir Advertisement
Souvenir /Book of abstracts – Advertisement
| Sponsors | Charge | Remark |
|---|---|---|
| Platinum | Rs. 30000 | Front cover |
| Gold | Rs. 20000 | Back cover |
| Silver | Rs. 10000 | Full page |
Registration
| People | Presentation only / Poster | Registration + Publication in Scopus Springer Proceeding |
|---|---|---|
| Research Scholars / UG / PG / PhD Students | Rs 1000 + 18% GST | Rs 4000 + 18% GST |
| Faculties | Rs 2000 + 18% GST | Rs 4000 + 18% GST |
| Industry Professionals | Rs 3000 + 18% GST | Rs 6000 + 18% GST |
| International PhD Students | $100 + 18% GST | $300 + 18% GST |
| International Faculty | $100 + 18% GST | $300 + 18% GST |
| Day | Keynote Session (9.30 to 10.30 am) | Presentation Sessions (11.00 to 1.00 pm) | Lunch (1 to 2 pm) | Keynote Session (1.30 to 2.30 pm) | Presentation Sessions (02.30 to 4.30 pm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | TBD | 3 parallel sessions | TBD | 3 parallel sessions | |
| Day 2 | TBD | 3 parallel sessions | TBD | 3 parallel sessions | |
| Day 3 | TBD | 3 parallel sessions | TBD | 3 parallel sessions |
Tentative schedule
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Keynote speakers
Dr. SHAHROL Bin Mohamaddan
Research interests: Ergonomics, Rehabilitation
Dr. Giacomo Sasso
School of Engineering and Materials Science
Queen Mary University of London
Research interests: soft robotics, tactile sensing, tuneable optics, polymer science
Dr. Santhakumar Mohan
Professor, IIT Palakkad, Kerala, India
Research interests: Service and Field Robots, Parallel Robotic Platforms, and Assistive and Rehabilitation Robots.
Dr. Jyotindra Narayan
Assistant Professor, IIT Patna, Bihar, India
Research Interests: Rehabilitation Robotics, Control Systems, Human–Robot Interaction, Predictive Modeling for Healthcare Devices.
Supriya Rathi
Robotics & Physical AI Advocate
Podcast Host | Entrepreneur | Engineer
Dr. Anup Teejo Mathew
Research Scientist
Khalifa University, United Arab Emirates
Invited talks
Dr. Jagadeesh Kadiyam
Assistant Professor, Centre for AI and Robotics
IIT Mandi, Himachal Pradesh, India
Expertise: Underwater technology, Marine Robotics, Dynamics and control
Mr. Jerwin Prabu A
Expertise: Mobile Robotics, Medical Robots, Autonomous Vehicles
Mr. Aditya Rajawat
Mr. Rubesh Thirumani S
Co-Founder & Director of RobotoAI Technologies, Instructor, Robotics software developer
Dr. Rahul M
Senior R&D Specialist -Asia Pacific and India (SMAW Development)
voestalpine Bohler Welding Technology Pvt Ltd., India
Online sessions
Dr. Abhilash Puthanveettil Madathil
Engineering Technologist
National Manufacturing Institute, Scotland
Expertise: AI enabled smart manufacturing, digital twins, additive manufacturing, ultra-precision, and non-traditional manufacturing processes.
Dr. Devender Kumar
Postdoctoral Research Associate,
Queen Mary University of London
Expertise: Impact mechanics, Dynamic material characterization
Ms. Parvathy Sunikumar
Researcher in Robotics, Morph Lab, Imperial College London
Expertise: Robotics, Soft finger tips
Mr. Jerin Peter
Robotics Engineer @ OpenMind AGI
San Francisco, California, United States
Expertise: Control & Navigation Specialist, ROS Developer
Dr. Ashok Kumar Sivarathri
Research Engineer
Intospace Co., Ltd. in Daejeon, South Korea
Tentative schedule
| Day | Keynote Session (9.30 to 10.30 am) | Presentation Sessions (11.00 to 1.00 pm) | Lunch (1 to 2 pm) | Keynote Session (1.30 to 2.30 pm) | Presentation Sessions (02.30 to 4.30 pm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | TBD | 3 parallel sessions | TBD | 3 parallel sessions | |
| Day 2 | TBD | 3 parallel sessions | TBD | 3 parallel sessions | |
| Day 3 | TBD | 3 parallel sessions | TBD | 3 parallel sessions |
Committee Members
International Organising Committee
- Dr. Vivekananda Shanmuganathan, Professor, SRM University AP.
- Dr. Prakash Jadhav, Professor, SRM University AP.
- Dr. Santhakumar Mohan, Professor, IIT Palakkad
- Dr. SHAHROL Bin Mohamaddan, Shibaura Institute of Technology, Koto, Tokyo, Japan
- Dr. Giacomo Sasso, School of Engineering and Materials Science, Queen Mary University of London
National Organising Committee
- Dr. Arun Krishnan K S, Assistant Professor, SRM University AP.
- Dr. Vitalram Rayankula, Assistant Professor, SRM University AP.
- Dr. Teja Krishna Mamidi, Assistant Professor, SRM University AP.
Conference convenor
- Dr. Arun Krishnan K S, SRM University AP
Technical Program committee
- Dr. Vivekananda Shanmuganathan, Professor, SRM University AP.
- Dr. Prakash Jadhav, Professor, SRM University AP.
- Dr. Santhakumar Mohan, Professor, IIT Palakkad
- Dr. SHAHROL Bin Mohamaddan, Shibaura Institute of Technology, Koto, Tokyo, Japan
- Dr. Jagadeesh Kadiyam, Assistant Professor, Centre for AI and Robotics, IIT Mandi, Himachal Pradesh, India
- Dr. Arun Krishnan K S, Assistant Professor, SRM University AP
- Dr. Vitalram Rayankula, Assistant Professor, SRM University AP.
- Dr. Teja Krishna Mamidi, Assistant Professor, SRM University AP.
Conference Co-convenor
- Dr Lakshmi Sirisha Maganti, Associate Professor & Head of the Department, SRM University AP
- Dr. Vivekananda Shanmuganathan, Professor, SRM University AP.
- Dr. Vitalram Rayankula, Assistant Professor, SRM University AP.
- Dr. Teja Krishna Mamidi, Assistant Professor, SRM University AP.
Contact Us
Conference
Dr Arun Krishnan K S
Email: arunkrishnan.k@srmap.edu.in
Tel:
Dr. Vivekananda Shanmuganathan
Dr. Vitalram Rayankula
Tel:
Dr. Teja Krishna Mamidi
Email: tejakrishna.m@srmap.edu.in
Tel: 8946963336
Venue Details
REACHING SRM UNIVERSITY-AP
The SRM University–AP, Amaravati campus is located between the cities Vijayawada and Guntur. It can be reached from various parts of the country in several ways:
By Rail
Those coming from other states of India by train should get down at the Vijayawada railway station (railway code: BZA), which is well connected with almost all parts of the country. One can also use the Guntur railway station (code: GNT). You need to get a taxi from the stations to the SRM University-AP campus.
By Air
The nearest airport (about 45km) is the Vijayawada International Airport (IATA: VGA). You must get a taxi from the airport to the SRM University-AP campus.
By Bus
The buses operated by APSRTC from Pandit Nehru bus station and NTR bus station connect the city with Vijayawada and Guntur respectively.