ADMMS'26
Advances in Design, Materials, Manufacturing & Surface Engineering for Mobility
DATE
February 6-7, 2026
VENUE
KIOT, Salem, Tamil Nadu
PAPERS
50+ Technical Papers
CONFERENCE OBJECTIVES
This conference addresses how design, manufacturing processes, and advanced materials impact the global economy, helping industries deliver high-quality, cost-effective products sustainably in a competitive market.
We aim to create an interdisciplinary platform for professionals, academicians, and researchers to share current developments, discuss research findings, and exchange experiences relevant to conference themes.
BENEFITS OF AUTHORSHIP
- •Enhance professional influence by showcasing expertise to global mobility professionals
- •Network with industry experts for collaboration and business opportunities
- •Contribute to advancements in mobility technology and research
- •Share research insights and learn from peers' experiences
- •Potential for SAE Journal publication and SCOPUS indexing
Technical Tracks
Five comprehensive tracks covering the complete spectrum of automotive and mobility engineering innovation.
Design
Innovative design methodologies for automotive systems including structural design, functional integration, and performance optimization across various vehicle platforms.
Key Focus Areas:
Featured Speakers
Industry leaders and academic experts sharing cutting-edge insights at ADMMS'26.
Plenary Speakers
Industry experts delivering keynote presentations
Dr. Ragothaman Arjunan
Assistant General Manager
Volvo Group Trucks Technology, Bangalore
Plenary Session
Mr. Bigil Kumar
Director
Capegemini, Chennai
Plenary Session
Mr. Aiyappan Ramamurthi
Director
SIEMENS
Plenary Session
Dr. Murugan
Professor
VIT Chennai
Plenary Session
Chief Guests
Distinguished guests for inaugural and valedictory sessions
Dr. Manish Garg
Senior General Manager, R&D
TVS Motor Company
Inaugural Keynote
Sasikumar Ramalingam
General Manager, Product Development
TVS Motor Company
Valedictory & Panel Moderator
Panel Members
Experts participating in the panel discussion
Mr. Ganesh Dharmar
Design Studio Engineer
Aston Martin Design Studio, UK
Panel Discussion Member
Panel Member (TBA)
Industry Expert
To be announced
Panel Discussion
Panel Member (TBA)
Academic Expert
To be announced
Panel Discussion
Panel Member (TBA)
Industry Leader
To be announced
Panel Discussion
Panel Discussion
Engage with industry experts in a thought-provoking debate
EVs vs. ICE: Is There Still a Future for Conventional Powertrains?
Date & Time
February 7, 2026 | 09:00 AM - 10:15 AM
Venue
D Block Conference Hall, KIOT
Moderator
Sasikumar Ramalingam
Discussion Points
- Future of conventional powertrains in the EV era
- Transition challenges and opportunities
- Sustainable mobility solutions
- Industry perspectives and predictions
Technical Program
Explore the comprehensive schedule of technical sessions, paper presentations, and expert talks.
Conference Schedule Overview
Day 1: February 6, 2026
KIOT Campus, Salem
Inauguration and Key Note Address
Dr. Manish Garg, TVS Motor Company
Plenary Session 1
Dr. Ragothaman Arjunan, Volvo Group
Parallel Technical Sessions
Design, Advanced Mobility, Modelling & Analysis
Day 2: February 7, 2026
KIOT Campus, Salem
Panel Discussion
EVs vs. ICE: Future of Powertrains
Plenary Session 3
Mr. Aiyappan Ramamurthi, SIEMENS
Valedictory Session
Sasikumar Ramalingam, TVS Motor Company
Session Chairs
Design - I
Session Session 1
Organizer
Dr. V. Sivakumar (KIOT)
Session Chairs
Mr. D. Srinivasan (FORD)
Beer Mohamed S (Central University of Tamil Nadu)
Student Volunteer
Syed zubair S
Advanced Mobility - I
Session Session 2
Organizer
Mr. K. Mugundhan (KIOT)
Session Chairs
Venugopal (ZF Wabco)
Dr. BVP. Prasad (Technical Lead - Automotive FuSa, WIPRO Technologies, Bengaluru)
Student Volunteer
Kathiravan P
Modelling & Analysis - I
Session Session 3
Organizer
Mr. J. Prakash (KIOT)
Session Chairs
Mukund Kandi (Group Manager System Simulation, VOLVO)
D. Ramakrishnan (MRC, Chennai)
Student Volunteer
Bhubesh SS
Modelling & Analysis - II
Session Session 4
Organizer
Dr. V. Sivakumar (KIOT)
Session Chairs
Mr. Saravanan Chellamuthu (Schaeffler India, Coimbatore)
Dr. Starvin MS (Assistant Professor (Sr.) University College of Engineering, Nagercoil)
Student Volunteer
Syed zubair S
Advanced Mobility - II
Session Session 5
Organizer
Mr. K. Mugundhan (KIOT)
Session Chairs
Vijayakumar Nagarajan (BMW)
Mr. Sivasamraj Mahoharan (M/s Publicis Sapient)
Student Volunteer
Kathiravan P
Design - II
Session Session 6
Organizer
Dr. V. Sivakumar (KIOT)
Session Chairs
Mr. E. Sivakumar (Hydac India Private Limited, Coimbatore)
Mr. Kumararaja Malaisamy (Baker Hughes India, Coimbatore)
Student Volunteer
Syed zubair S
Materials - I
Session Session 7
Organizer
Mr. K. Mugundhan (KIOT)
Session Chairs
Mr. G.S. Shankar (Caterpillar)
Dr. K. Siva (HCET)
Student Volunteer
Kathiravan P
Modelling & Analysis - III
Session Session 8
Organizer
Mr. J. Prakash (KIOT)
Session Chairs
Mr. Senniappan Moorthy (MRV, Chennai)
Mr. S. Srinivasan (Ashok Leyland)
Student Volunteer
Bhubesh SS
Advanced Mobility - III
Session Session 9
Organizer
Mr. V. Karthikeyan (KIOT)
Session Chairs
Mr. Haricharan Radhakrishnan (Group Manager Structural Simulation, Electromobility, Volvo Trucks India, Bengaluru)
Mr. Koshy P Joseph (Assistant Professor, Automobile Engineering, SCMS SET)
Student Volunteer
Santhosh G
Conference Venue
Experience ADMMS'26 at the state-of-the-art Knowledge Institute of Technology, Salem
Knowledge Institute of Technology (KIOT)
Kakapalayam, Salem - 637504, Tamil Nadu, India
Venue Facilities
- Auditorium and conference halls with audio-visual support
- Seminar rooms for parallel technical sessions
- High-speed internet connectivity
- On-campus dining and refreshment facilities
- Safe and accessible campus environment
Directions to KIOT
Salem Junction Railway Station
Distance
~18 km
Travel Time
35-40 minutes
Salem Junction → Five Roads → Omalur Road → NH 544 → KIOT
Salem Central Bus Stand / New Bus Stand
Distance
~17 km
Travel Time
30-40 minutes
Frequent town buses and taxis available towards Omalur/Sankari routes
Salem Airport
Distance
~19 km
Travel Time
~40 minutes
Taxis and app-based cab services available
Trichy / Coimbatore Airport
Distance
Trichy: ~135 km, Coimbatore: ~150 km
Travel Time
Varies
Taxi or train up to Salem Junction, then road transport
Explore Salem
Yercaud Hill Station
20 kmA popular hill retreat in the Servarayan hills with viewpoints, boating, gardens and cool climate.
- Cool climate, scenic viewpoints
- Yercaud Lake boating
Kurumbapatti Zoological Park
12 kmA calm and scenic zoological park featuring a variety of native wildlife species.
- Peaceful forest setting
- Native wildlife and birds
Mettur Dam & Stanley Reservoir
60 kmOne of India's largest dams, offering scenic views, lawns, fountains and picnic spots.
- One of the largest dams in India
- Beautiful parks and river views
Government Museum, Salem
City CenterA heritage museum showcasing archaeological artifacts, stone sculptures, ancient coins and regional history.
- Archaeological artifacts and sculptures
- Insight into regional history
Registration
Join the premier mobility engineering conference. Professional Members attend for FREE!
SAEINDIA Members
SAE Professional Members
PG & Research Scholars
Full-time students with valid ID
Delegates
Industry professionals and academicians
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