Novel Manufacturing Processes and Their Innovation for Industries

Dear Colleagues,

In a world where new technologies and concepts emerge every day, the manufacturing industry faces endless opportunities as well as unprecedented challenges. Innovative manufacturing processes are key to realizing a paradigm shift in industrial production, ushering in unprecedented levels of efficiency, sustainability, and customization. These innovations encompass a wide array of cutting-edge techniques, from sustainable manufacturing processes and AI and data-driven manufacturing, to novel recycling and upcycling processes.

Sustainable manufacturing processes comprise the creation of products through economically sound processes that minimize negative environmental impacts, e.g., reduce waste and carbon emission, while conserving energy and natural resources. AI and data-driven manufacturing leverage advanced algorithms and data analytics to optimize production processes, enhance decision making, and improve efficiency. By harnessing vast amounts of data generated throughout the manufacturing lifecycle, AI systems can predict equipment failures, optimize workflows, and minimize waste, leading to increased productivity and cost savings. Novel recycling and upcycling processes innovate waste management by transforming discarded materials and by-products into valuable resources. These methods divert waste from landfills, reduce pollution, and promote sustainability by repurposing materials for new applications, contributing to a circular economy and resource conservation efforts.

This Special Issue aims to collect original research and review publications introducing insights gained by conceptual design, experimental development, and numerical simulation of novel manufacturing processes with potential impacts on the industry.

Dr. Xiao Li
Dr. Hrishikesh Das
Guest Editors

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• advanced manufacturing process
• artificial intelligence manufacturing
• data-driven manufacturing
• recycling and upcycling
• green manufacturing
• sustainable manufacturing
• robot manufacturing
• additive manufacturing
• shear-assisted processing and extrusion
• friction extrusion
• friction consolidation
• friction stir welding and processing
• friction stir additive manufacturing