Course number: 02TA210
- Submit your abstract by November 20, 2026, and present your work to international peers.
- Position your company or research team within the international gear community.
- Gain visibility in a leading global forum for gear and powertrain technology.
Present your work. Submit your paper today and join us.
The 12th International VDI Conference on Gears 2027 will be held in Garching, Munich at the Gear Research Centre (FZG) of the Technical University of Munich from September 08th to 10th, 2027. Supported by national and international associations, the conference brings together over 500 leading experts from the international gear and transmission industry. Presenting a paper gives you the opportunity to take part in this leading international forum and to learn about the latest developments and research results in the powertrain industry and academia.
Discover innovative gear technology, network around the world and build partnerships!
Following the success of the past conference, the “International Conference on Gears” will surely again be a unique meeting point for propulsion system manufacturers and researchers of gear and transmission systems. It will therefore be an exceptional opportunity to present your new solutions, latest research results and technical ideas. You will find answers to questions such as “Where are the potentials for innovative tooth geometry and optimized modifications?”, “How can you increase the load carrying capacity?” or “What are the best techniques for condition monitoring and system diagnosis?”, and many more.
Call for Papers started - experts wanted
Submission of your abstract – topic areas
We would like to invite and encourage you to contribute an abstract and show improvements in the field of gears and transmissions, e.g. how gears can contribute to increasing energy efficiency, reducing resource consumption and how new technologies are incorporated in the powertrain.
Don´t miss out on being part of this unique meeting point for equipment manufacturers, experts and researchers of gear and transmission systems and present your new solutions, latest research results and technical ideas.
Hand in your abstract covering related topics such as:
- Design of gears and transmissions
- Analysis and simulation of gears and transmissions
- Test methods and/or procedures for endurance, efficiency and noise behavior
- Applications e.g. industrial, automotive, robotics etc.
- Materials, lubrication and tribology
- Manufacturing and production, e.g. productivity increase with new concepts for machine and manufacturing processes, reduction of machining and production time, balancing of productivity and flexibility
- Resource efficiency, sustainability, power efficiency, circular economy
- Gear design and manufacturing in context of digitalization
- High performance plastic gears: Methods, innovations, applications, materials
- Smart gears: Sensor integration, condition monitoring, AI
For a full list of conference topics, please download the Call for Papers. It´ll be available shortly or sent an email to Mrs. Koerber.
Be part of the most important international conference in the field of gears and transmission in 2027 to meet, share ideas and learn together.
Submit your abstract now. The deadline for abstract submission is November 20th, 2026
Guidelines for preparing your abstract
Authors should observe the following requirements:
- Title of the paper and/or poster
- An abstract summarizing your paper, no more than one sheet of A4/letter
- Information about the speaker and co-authors: name(s), title(s), company address, department, job title, e-mail, phone number
- In which topic area(s) your presentation should be listed
- A statement specifying what is new in your presentation
- A bibliography of your previous publications about this subject
- How you would like to present your paper upon acceptance (full or poster presentation)
- Note whether a peer review of the full paper in the proceeding is requested
- Abstracts should be submitted in PDF or Word format
- Conference language is English
To submit your abstract, you will need to create an or log in to your account at cfp.vdi-wissensforum.de. This allows you to submit and manage abstracts, papers, and posters associated with the International Conference on Gears 2027.
Upload your abstract via the submission portal here✍️: https://cfp.vdi-wissensforum.de/frontend/index.php?sub=76
If you have any questions or need further information or a template for your submission, please contact Mrs. Koerber.
The conference will be an onsite meeting, and we are looking forward to enjoying this networking opportunity together with you.
Important dates for authors
We would like to remind all authors of the important dates below.
- Deadline for submission of abstracts: November 20th, 2026
- Notification of acceptance/rejection: February 2027
- Final program available: May 2027
- Conference proceedings - deadline for
submission of manuscripts: June 4th, 2027 - Deadline for submission of manuscripts
for a voluntary peer review and publication
in the journal “Engineering Research”: March 22th, 2027
Based on the abstract, the program committee will decide on acceptance and on the order of presentations in the conference program.
Publication of accepted abstracts (oral presentation and poster presentation):
If your contribution (presentation or poster) is accepted, you will need to prepare a manuscript for the conference proceedings. The manuscript should summarize the key points of your submission and will be included in our conference publication. The proceedings will be published as an eBook (VDI-Bericht) with an ISBN.
Authors opting for peer review: If your full paper meets all the requirements for publication in a scientific journal, you can voluntarily submit it to the Springer-Nature Journal “Engineering Research” (Q2, http://www.springer.com/journal/10010). The paper is then reviewed by international experts and, if successful, invited for publication within the collection “Best of Gears 2027”. The publication must be open-access. In the event of rejection by the reviewers, the paper will be included conference proceedings eBook (VDI-Bericht). Participation in the peer review process is voluntary. If the authors wish to submit their full paper to the journal “Engineering Research”, this must be indicated in the abstract.
Download Call for Papers (available shortly)
Questions? 📩 Contact us: koerber@vdi.de or hees@vdi.de
Advantages
- Submit your abstract by November 20, 2026, and present your work to international peers.
- Position your company or research team within the international gear community.
- Gain visibility in a leading global forum for gear and powertrain technology.
- Build valuable contacts, exchange ideas and network for future projects, partnerships and collaborations.
- Explore new solutions for design, simulation, testing, materials and manufacturing.
- Get insights into future challenges in efficiency, sustainability, NVH and smart monitoring.
Program
What else can you expect at the VDI conference?
Guiding your conference with expertise
Conference presidents and program committee experts collaborate to create an exceptional program tailored just for you. With their combined expertise, our conference president, vice presidents, and board members ensure an optimal experience.
Conference President:
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Karsten Stahl, Full Professor, Institute of Machine Elements, Director, Gear Research Center (FZG), TUM School of Engineering and Design, Technical University of Munich, Garching, Germany
Vice Presidents:
Prof. i.R. Dr.-Ing. Dr. h.c. Bernd-Robert Höhn, TUM emeritus of excellence, Gear Research Center (FZG), TUM School of Engineering and Design, Technical University of Munich, Garching, Germany
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Burkhard Pinnekamp, former Head of Central Technology, RENK GmbH, Augsburg, Germany; President, Research Association for Drive Technology (FVA), Frankfurt, Germany; Honorary Professor, Gear Research Center (FZG), TUM School of Engineering and Design, Technical University of Munich, Garching, Germany
Exhibitors
Accompanying conferences focus on high-performance plastic gears and gear production
Explore specialized tracks on high-performance plastic gears and gear production alongside the main International Conference on Gears 2027 program. These parallel running conferences provide in-depth insights into:
>> High Performance Plastic Gears 2027
Gear manufacturing and plastic gear experts are invited to present their expertise by submitting proposals through the Call for Papers for the International Conference on Gears 2027. Share your innovative research, insights, and solutions with global leaders in the industry.
Registered participants of the main conference enjoy free access to these supplementary sessions, offering valuable networking opportunities and expanding professional connections.
Enjoy excellent networking opportunities at our conference
The conference offers many opportunities to meet up with colleagues - old and new - during the breaks. For even more networking, join us for two exciting social events designed to foster valuable connections.
We invite you to join us on the first day for an evening event at the renowned 'Löwenbräukeller,' featuring a traditional Bavarian evening downtown Munich. Experience authentic Bavarian hospitality and cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere. On the second day, we'll host a delightful social evening in the main hall of the university. Both social events are included in the conference fee, ensuring a memorable experience for all attendees.
Explore gear technology with FZG laboratory tours
Take advantage of the opportunity to visit the test and laboratory facilities at the Gear Research Centre (FZG). Guided tours cover various core topics, offering firsthand experiences with innovative gear test rigs and laboratory equipment. Further information and registration for the tours will be available at the FZG information desk during the conference.
Sponsorship & exhibition opportunities
The International Conference on Gears 2027 – the world´s leading congress in the field of gears and transmissions – offers you the chance to reach out to key players. Speak directly to your targeted audience and interact with high-profile delegates through sponsorship and exhibition opportunities. If you are interested in presenting your products and services please contact us.
Ensure your participation – register for the International Conference on Gears 2027 today!
Submit your abstract or secure your spot now to join the foremost global platform for gear and transmission system manufacturers, experts, and researchers. Don't miss the opportunity to be part of the conference as a presenter or participant!
Upload your abstract via the submission portal here✍️: https://cfp.vdi-wissensforum.de/frontend/index.php?sub=76
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Looking for a hotel nearby?
Hotels close to the location are e.g.:
Courtyard by Marriott München Garching, Walther-von Dyck-Straße 12, 85748 Garching, phone: + 49 89 950 95 985
B&B Hotel München-Garching, Daimlerstr. 3, 85748 Garching, phone: +49 89 32709520, muenchen-garching@hotelbb.com
Motel One München Garching, Daimlerstrasse 5a, 85748 Garching, phone: +49 89 36035250, muenchen-garching@motel-one.com
Stellaris Apartment Hotel, Walther-von-Dyck Str 16, 85748 Garching, phone: +49 89 61425060, info@stellaris-apartment.de
Dorint Hotel München/Garching, Parkring 51-53, 85748 Garching, phone: +49 89 3603800, info.garching@dorint.com
ibis Muenchen Garching, Daimlerstrasse 5, 85748 Garching, phone: +49 89 323840, h3679@accor.com
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Program Committee
Dr.-Ing. Bernhard Bouché
Getriebebau Nord GmbH & Co. KG / Bargteheide
Prof. Bernd-Robert Höhn
FZG Forschungsstelle für Zahnräder und Getriebesysteme Technische Universität München / Garching
Dr.-Ing. Burkhard Pinnekamp
Prof. Karsten Stahl
FZG, Forschungsstelle für Zahnräder und Getriebesysteme, Technische Universität München / Garching bei München