Call for Papers 2026

Become a Speaker now:

We ask for presentations to be submitted from the following topic areas:

Plastic Components for Interior and Exterior Applications
· Thermoplastics
· Thermosets and Polymers
· Elastomers
· Foams

Circular Use of Materials
· Circular design of components
· Use of sustainable compounds and recyclates
· Use of renewable raw materials
· Recycling processes and material recovery
· ELV Directive

Use of Simulation and AI Tools
· Process optimization to minimize scrap, cycle time, and energy consumption
· Quality assurance through visual inspection
· AI-based image processing and deep learning
· Predictive maintenance to avoid failures and forecast maintenance needs

Production, Manufacturing, and Process Technology
· Simulation and method development (e.g. digital twin)
· Tooling technology for plastic components
· Additive manufacturing processes
· Production in a smart factory

Surfaces: Coating, Foiling, Painting
· Customization through plastic components
· Design variation
· Aerodynamic components
· Modularization

Functional Integration of E/E Systems in Plastic Components
· Integration of sensors, actuators, antennas, conductors, LEDs, etc.
· Light integration
· Display design

Customization and Design Options
· Surface customization
· Anti-glare and UV protection
· Haptics, soft-touch

Lightweight Design Solutions
· High-performance materials
· Material substitution
· Hybrid components
· Fiber-reinforced composites

Dates:

Deadline for Abstracts: September 12, 2025
Notification of Authors: Beginning of October 2025
Submission of Manuscripts: Beginning of January 2026

If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Ben Hees (hees@vdi.de).