Kumaran Kadirgama - Böcker

This book presents selected papers from the 8th International Conference on Mechanical Engineering Research (ICMER 2025), held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on August 7–8, 2025. The papers present cutting-edge research and technological advancements in mechanical engineering covering five major topics: (1) Sustainable engineering—Eco-friendly design, waste reduction, circular economy principles, and life-cycle assessment to promote sustainability in mechanical and industrial processes; (2) Innovative materials—Advances in high-performance materials, composites, biomaterials, nanomaterials, and additive manufacturing that enhance durability, strength, and efficiency; (3) Energy efficiency and renewable energy—Investigations on solar, wind, hydro, hydrogen, bioenergy technologies, thermal energy storage, waste heat recovery, and energy-efficient systems; (4) Frontier manufacturing—Studies on smart manufacturing, digital twins, automation, robotics, Industry 4.0, and AI-driven production systems; (5) Thermal management—Heat transfer, cooling technologies, thermal fluid systems, and advanced HVAC solutions applications ranging from electronic devices to large-scale industrial systems. This book is an essential reference for postgraduate students, academics, and professionals in mechanical engineering and related fields. Addressing the most pressing challenges in sustainability, energy, materials, manufacturing, and thermal management offers insights into emerging trends, innovative solutions, and future directions shaping mechanical engineering and industrial applications worldwide.