The Mechanical Engineering Cooperation Agency (BKS-TM Indonesia) has established the International Symposium on Advances and Innovation in Mechanical Engineering (ISAIME) as an annual scientific forum for academics, researchers, and practitioners in mechanical engineering. The 6 th ISAIME was convened on 9 October 2025, organized by the Mechanical Engineering Study Program, Faculty of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Department, Universitas Andalas, Padang, Indonesia, with the theme “Artificial Intelligence and Sustainability in Mechanical Engineering: Smart Solution for a Greener Future.” This symposium served as a platform to present and discuss recent advances, research findings, and innovations across a wide range of topics, including mechanical application design, energy conversion, manufacturing processes, materials engineering, and mechanical engineering education. Distinguished experts delivered a total of two keynote lectures from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia and the Université Laval, Canada, while 112 papers were presented and grouped into four thematic areas: mechanical application design, energy conversion, manufacturing processes, and materials engineering. These contributions reflect the growing role of mechanical engineering in advancing technological innovation, environmental sustainability, and human resource development within Industry 4.0. The Organizing Committee gratefully acknowledges the sponsorship and support of various companies and partner institutions, as well as the commitment of all speakers, authors, and participants who contributed to the success of this event. The knowledge and insights shared during the 6 th ISAIME are expected to foster academic collaboration, strengthen networks between academia and industry, and advance science and technology in mechanical engineering.

This community service program is an annual activity organized by the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Janabadra University, focusing on the provision of free motorcycle maintenance services accompanied by public education regarding routine vehicle care for residents living in and around Kalurahan Warungboto. The program aims to enhance the safety and reliability of local residents’ daily transportation through preventive maintenance and increased user technical literacy. The implementation methods include: (1) on-site registration of motorcycles at the Kalurahan Warungboto office, (2) initial inspection using a standardized checklist, (3) basic servicing such as oil changes, air filter cleaning, etc, and (4) brief socialization sessions on maintenance schedules, early signs of malfunction, and safe riding behaviors. The free service is carried out by lecturers and Mechanical Engineering students in the yard of the Kalurahan Warungboto office, allowing residents to easily access the service location and obtain direct consultation on the condition of their motorcycles. While participants wait, the team delivers structured educational materials to support independent vehicle care at home. Expected outcomes include improved functional condition of participant vehicles, increased public understanding of preventive maintenance, and strengthened achievement of student learning outcomes in both technical skills and service-oriented soft skills. The program’s implications include strengthened campus–community networks in Kalurahan Warungboto and the potential replication of the service model in other regions with support from local stakeholders. The community service program is an annual activity organized by the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Janabadra University, focusing on the provision of free motorcycle maintenance services accompanied by public education regarding routine vehicle care. The program aims to enhance the safety and reliability of local residents’ daily transportation through preventive maintenance and increased user technical literacy.

The implementation of Teaching Factory-based edupreneurship in Vocational High Schools (SMK) is an important strategy to prepare graduates who not only have technical competencies but also an entrepreneurial spirit. This study aims to describe the development of edupreneurship through the production unit of the Mechanical Engineering Department in the manufacture of step motors as an industry-based learning tool at SMK Muhammadiyah Kramat Tegal. The research uses a qualitative descriptive approach with data collection techniques in the form of observations of production unit activities, interviews with productive teachers and students, and documentation studies. The data were analysed using an interactive analysis model that included data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing, with verification through source and technique triangulation. The results showed that the production unit functioned as contextual learning that integrated mechanical engineering competencies with entrepreneurial practices, ranging from production planning, manufacturing processes, quality control, to product marketing. This activity is able to improve students' technical skills, foster independence, responsibility, work discipline, and interest in entrepreneurship. Industry-based learning through production units provides learning experiences that are relevant to the needs of the world of work and industry.

This study aims to determine the factors influencing women's career choices and the most dominant factor among female alumni from the Department of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering at Batam State Polytechnic, particularly in the field of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) engineering. This study uses a quantitative approach with the factor analysis method and a sample of 100 respondent alumni selected via the saturated sampling technique. The results showed that the most dominant factor in women's career choices in STEM engineering is the personality factor. This study confirms that, although personality emerged as the dominant factor, the financial reward factor and family environment factor also influence women's career decisions. In this study, 11 variables were reduced to three key factors driving women's career choices in engineering: personality, financial rewards, and family environment. The practical implication of this study is the need for mentorship programs, increased information about the prospects of financial rewards, and more intensive family support to encourage more women to pursue careers in engineering. This research makes a theoretical contribution to understanding women's career motivations in STEM fields and can serve as a basis for promotion to prospective students.

The study investigated the effectiveness of using the engineering design process (EDP) to enhance student learning outcomes in a physics course. A mixed-methods approach was used in this study. A quasi-experimental pretest-posttest control group (CG) design was applied for the quantitative phase, while a semi-structured interview was employed for the qualitative phase. The study sample consisted of two classes randomly assigned from the Department of Mechanical Engineering at a technical college, which served as the experimental group (EG) and the other as the CG. Before the intervention, the pretest was administered to both groups. The EDP was implemented in the EG during the intervention, whereas the CG was taught using conventional teaching methods. After the intervention, the posttest was administered to both groups, and a semi-structured interview was conducted with eight students in the EG. The quantitative data were analyzed using independent-samples Mann–Whitney U-tests. The qualitative data were analyzed using thematic analysis. The results showed a statistically significant difference in mean scores between the EG and the CG, indicating that learning physics through the EDP model improved students' physics learning outcomes in the EG. Furthermore, the qualitative analysis revealed that students in the EG perceived EDP as an effective and contextually appropriate approach for learning physics within an engineering context.

In 2019, the Mechanical Engineering and Bioengineering Department at Valparaiso University decided to replace the required, senior-level thermodynamics II course with a course focused entirely on sustainability. To determine which course led to greater attainment of sustainability learning objectives and increased intrinsic motivation, students in the last cohort of the thermodynamics course and in the first cohort of the sustainability course were surveyed. The thermodynamics course was a required, three credit, senior-level course that included lessons on sustainability as well as four sustainability projects. The replacement course was a required, two credit, junior-level course focused entirely on sustainability, and it also included four sustainability projects. The impacts of each course on student motivation and their self-assessment of the learning objectives were compared to determine which course was better from an educational perspective. The results showed that students’ self-evaluation of the learning objectives was not significantly different between the two courses. Students in the thermodynamics course also stated they were more motivated intrinsically while also increasing their confidence and competence. Due to the increase in motivation with no significant decrease in the achievement of the learning objectives, it can be argued that the enhanced thermodynamics course was better for teaching sustainability concepts than the course focused entirely on sustainability.

The present experimental investigation is aimed at determining 4E: Energy, Effective, exergy and economic based performance investigation for rectangular pyramid shaped roughened solar absorbers. The investigation was conducted outdoors at the rooftop of mechanical engineering department, MANIT Bhopal during February to June 2023. Data for air and absorber’s temperatures were measured at different locations using k-type thermocouples. Roughness in form of rectangular pyramid was imparted on flow side of absorber. Rise in heat transfer for rough plates compared to smooth were more than that of heat transfer obtained for rhombus and sinusoidal roughness. Roughness geometric parameters were varied and tested to determine Nusselt number, friction factor and THPP. Investigation covered relative rectangular pyramid height ( e / D h ), relative rectangular pyramid pitch ( p / e ), relative base length to width ratio ( b L / b W ), roughness height to base length ratio ( e / b L ) and Reynolds number (Re) varied respectively as 0.033–0.054, 8–20, 1.25–2, 0.35–0.63 and 3350–13350. The outcome of paper focusses on determination of maximum rise in friction and Nusselt number for varying p / e , e / D h , e / b L and b L / b W . Rise in friction and heat transfer for the proposed roughness system lie in range of 4.66–5.6 and 4.58–6.09 times respectively. The maximum effective efficiency achieved was 76.5%, maximum exergy efficiency reached 33.4% under optimized conditions and thermohydraulic performance was found to be as 3.9, 3.8, 4.1 and 4.0 at p / e = 16, e / D h = 0.054, e / b L = 0.58 and b L / b W = 2, respectively.

Aim: This research aims to develop an improved groundnut roasting and peeling machine that reduces human effort and increases productivity. Study Design: Redesign the existing groundnut roasting machine by incorporating a peeling chamber, fabricate an improved groundnut roasting machine, and evaluate the performance of the groundnut roasting and peeling machine. Place and Duration of Study: Department of Mechanical Engineering, The Federal University of Technology, Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria, between 2021-2024. Methodology: The method used consists of designed components utilizing SolidWorks software, which includes a roasting chamber, a peeling chamber, and the necessary specifications for roasting groundnuts, peeling groundnuts, and their required power and speed, which are essential for the completion of this study. Results: This study found that peeling 5 kg of groundnuts by hand takes approximately 3-5 hours, whereas peeling the same quantity using the machine takes 14 minutes, with a peeling efficiency of 90%. It was also observed that the mass before roasting varies significantly, and a machine operating at different revolutions per minute produces different values after peeling. Conclusion: A groundnut roasting and peeling machine was built using readily available materials and is suitable for local production of roasted and peeled groundnut seeds. The machine is easy to operate, repair, and maintain. The technology is affordable and less costly compared to imported roasting and peeling machines. It has low operational costs; it is compact, of moderate weight, produces minimal noise, and operates without vibrations. Therefore, it can be concluded that groundnut weight before roasting varies, and the machine operating at different revolutions per minute yields different peeling results. The time required to peel 5 kg of groundnuts manually is approximately 3-5 hours, whereas the same amount can be peeled using this machine in just 14 minutes. The machine achieves a peeling efficiency of 90% and a capacity of 19.6 kg/hour of peeled groundnuts. This clearly shows that peeling roasted groundnut seeds with this machine is more advantageous than doing so manually, and it represents an improvement over previously fabricated design.

It is with great pleasure that we introduce the proceedings of the 4 th International Conference on Recent Trends in Mechanical Engineering Sciences (RTIMES-25) , held in a hybrid format on the 9 th and 10 th of May, 2025. This conference was proudly organized by the Departments of Mechanical, Marine, Aeronautical, and Automobile Engineering at the Srinivas Institute of Technology , Mangaluru, India. RTIMES-25 continues the legacy of its predecessors, aiming to provide a dynamic platform for researchers, academicians, and industry professionals to present and discuss the most recent innovations, trends, and challenges in the expansive field of Mechanical Engineering Sciences. The conference intended to foster a collaborative environment where theoretical knowledge and practical research outcomes could be shared, leading to new insights and advancements in the field. The discussions encompassed a wide array of themes, including Advanced Manufacturing and Materials, Aerospace and Aeronautical Innovations, Automotive Engineering and Smart Mobility, Marine and Offshore Engineering, Thermal and Fluid Sciences, Robotics and Automation, Renewable Energy and Sustainability, and Computational and AI-Driven Engineering. The organisers are grateful for the keynote speakers Dr. Manjaiah M, Assistant Professor, NIT Warangal, India and Dr Shivaprasad KV, Assistant Researcher at Durham University, United Kingdom. List of Conference Leadership and Committees are available in this PDF.

Material degradation in the form of corrosion is an important industrial problem that affects asset integrity, reliability, and sustainability in various industries. To equip engineering professionals with the knowledge required for appropriate material selection and corrosion-mitigation design, this subject forms an essential part of the engineering curriculum at both undergraduate and graduate levels across multiple disciplines. This paper presents the design, implementation, and evaluation of an active learning (AL)-based course framework to teach a corrosion science and engineering course at the mechanical engineering department, KFUPM. A combination of AL strategies, including project-based learning (PBL), case-based inquiries, peer instruction, and think–pair–share activities, etc., was systematically integrated into the course to promote collaborative learning, conceptual enrichment, and critical thinking. Positive student feedback (>90% for most of the survey questions) with a response rate of 89% indicated increased motivation, improved understanding of complex corrosion mechanisms, and increased confidence in applying knowledge to solve engineering problems. A Cronbach’s alpha coefficient of 0.75 was obtained, reflecting strong internal reliability of the instrument. These findings suggest that integrating AL pedagogies in the corrosion course contributed towards enhanced learning outcomes and student preparation to support sustainable industrial practices using informed materials selection and corrosion management.

This poster presentation provides a visual/graphical analysis of the design and implementation of two iterations of an interdisciplinary engineering capstone project. The poster provides a graphical representation of the core project concepts using the analogous circuit for a loudspeaker system as a metaphor for transforming pedagogy (Buskes et al., 2023; Cochrane, Harris, et al., 2024). The poster also graphically maps the project against two analysis frameworks: Activity theory (Cochrane, 2024; Cochrane, Galvin, et al., 2024) and Kolmos et al., (2024) model of interdisciplinary project types in engineering education, mapped to the metaphor of the transformation of energy in a loudspeaker system as an illustration of transforming pedagogy to inform the discussion with participants. An important part of the engineering design process is to understand the interface with other disciplines of engineering and to be able to specify appropriate requirements and verify that those requirements are being met. If groups of engineering students do not interact while at university, they are ill-prepared to do such design across disciplinary boundaries in the workplace. Moreover, if they are incapable of being able to formally specify what they require from other engineers, then they would not be able to verify that the design meets those specifications. The project implemented an educational design project to develop a multi-disciplinary final year capstone project involving students from the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering as well as the Department of Mechanical Engineering. Designing a loudspeaker system, which contains electrical and mechanical systems that interact in a complex transfer of energy from electrical to mechanical to acoustic energy, is an inherently multidisciplinary endeavour consisting of both electrical and mechanical engineering concepts. The equivalent circuit of a loudspeaker system also serves as a metaphor of how the project aims to not only transform energy from electrical to acoustic, but fundamentally transform pedagogy (Mezirow, 2018) from teacher-centred to student-centred design teams to develop learner agency (Hase & Blaschke, 2021). The project case study is informed by a scoping review of the literature around interdisciplinary education projects, with an a priori protocol. The project is framed using Educational Design Research (McKenney et al., 2022) that involves collaboration from key stakeholders. As well as the Poster the project methodology will be shared with conference participants through an accompanying PADLET page to share the presentation links and resources, as well as engage the participants in a Poll and invite questions and contributions from the participants, including sharing examples of their own case studies of designing and implementing interdisciplinary real world educational projects.

Development of high voltage lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) is the most significant to electrifying the aircraft (eVTOL), electric vehicles, and large-scale high-power energy storage systems compared to present LIBs, which are voltage-limited at 4.2 V [1–3]. Spinel LiMn1.5Ni0.5O4 cathode is a promising candidate to supply Li+ ions at high voltage (> 4.2 V) for LIBs [4]. Even though several significant approaches have been devoted in the literature [5-7], commercialization of spinel LiMn1.5Ni0.5O4 cathode is very challenging and requires advanced research studies to attain long-term cycle stability and high-rate performance. Researchers at the University of Tennessee have developed a primary nanoparticle LiMn1.5Ni0.5O4 cathode with surface coating and networking architecture, capable of cycle durable, high-rate performance for high-voltage LIBs, by precursor structural advancement. Batteries with this cathode delivered discharge capacity of 100 mAh g–1 for the 12th cycle and 86 mAh g–1 for the 1000th cycle with minimized capacity fade at 20 C discharge rate [8].To support the commercialization of UTK-LiMn1.5Ni0.5O4 cathode, electrochemical and thermal stability studies are performed for segregated primary nanoparticles with surface coating-networking architecture, as described in Figure 1. After stabilization of charge and discharge cycles at 1 C, we demonstrate 24 h rest at 100% state of charge (SOC), i.e. 4.9 V, which exhibited no significant changes in the voltage profiles and capacity performance, as shown in Figure 1a. Cyling studies continued with 24 h rest at fully-charged state (4.9 V) repeated for 1 to 30 cycles (Figure 1b) and extended the rest time for 168 h (1 week rest). From the observed voltage profiles and the charge- discharge capacity performance associated with 24 h/ 168 h rest, it is realized that the segregated primary nanoparticle LiMn1.5Ni0.5O4 cathode with surface coating and networking architecture are stable in presence of electrolyte containing 98% of 1M LiPF6 in EC+DEC (1:1 vol%) and 2% of FEC additive. To examine the thermal safety aspects of primary nanoparticles, in situ multimode calorimetry analyses [9] were carried out for the segregated primary nanoparticle LiMn1.5Ni0.5O4 cathode. The MMC results of the cathode at 100% SOC shows no exothermic peak or heat energy release as temperature ramped from RT to 300 °C; this observation confirms that the cathode material is thermally stable in presence of electrolyte (Figure 1c). The in situ MMC analysis of Li-ion full-cell (graphite vs. LiMn1.5Ni0.5O4 cathode, CR2032) at charge state was performed by increasing temperature, as given in Figure 1d. After SEI decomposition at 110 °C, suddenly the cell voltage dropped to 0 V, exhibiting a lower exothermic peak with less released heat energy at 235 °C during thermal runaway event. From the results of electrochemical and thermal stability studies, it is confirmed that segregated primary nanoparticle LiMn1.5Ni0.5O4 cathode with surface coating and networking architecture is robust towards commercialization for high-voltage Li-ion batteries include eVTOL aircraft, EVs, grid energy storage applications. Acknowledgements Research was sponsored by the DEVCOM Army Research Laboratory (ARL) and was accomplished under Cooperative Agreement Number W911NF2220007. The author Manikandan Palanisamy thanks the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, University of Tennessee for financial support.

To meet the growing demand for high energy density battery systems, pairing nickel-rich layered cathodes like LiNi₀.₈Mn₀.₁Co₀.₁O₂ (NMC811) with lithium metal anodes can push specific energy beyond 350 Wh/kg.1 However, the practical deployment of lithium metal batteries (LMBs) is hindered by major challenges, particularly short cycle life and safety risks stemming from interfacial instability and dendrite formation.2 These issues are exacerbated under high-voltage operations due to parasitic reactions at the electrolyte-electrode interfaces.3 Among these, the electrolyte plays a vital role in governing battery stability. Conventional carbonate-based electrolytes decompose at high voltages, accelerating cathode degradation, transition metal dissolution,4 and unstable cathode-electrolyte interphase (CEI) formation.5 To address these challenges, electrolyte engineering has emerged as a key strategy, such as fluorinated-solvent-based electrolytes that offer improved oxidative stability and promote robust interphase formation due to the electron-withdrawing fluorine groups.6, 7 In parallel, silicon-containing solvents are gaining attention for their non-flammability and excellent chemical and thermal stability.8, 9 In this work, we systematically explored fluorinated and silicon-containing solvents both as single-solvent and co-solvent systems to develop high-performance electrolytes for Li/NMC811 based LMBs. Figure 1a displays voltage profiles as a function of cycling of a Li/NMC811 battery cell using one of the silicon-containing-solvents (Si1) based electrolyte, demonstrating a high initial discharge specific capacity of >210 mAh/g at 4.5 V charge cutoff voltage and C/4 rate and a robust long-term cycle life with >80% capacity retention and >99% Coulombic efficiency after 200 cycles at 1C. Figure 1b shows rate capability test for various functional-solvent-based electrolytes, highlighting the excellent rate capability of the Si1-electrolyte based battery cell.We will discuss the roles of each solvent played in the observed battery performance using density functional theory (DFT) calculations and various analytical and electrochemical characterizations including X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, electrochemical impedance spectroscopy, cyclic anodic Li and cathodic oxidation stabilities using symmetric cells. Acknowledgement This work was supported by the following funding sources. The Larry and Linda Pearson Endowed Chair at the Leslie A. Rose Department of Mechanical Engineering, South Dakoda School of Mines & Technology. The Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division, China Lake, CA under Contract No N6893622C0017. Any opinions, findings and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division, China Lake, CA. The SDBOR Governor Research Center for the Electrochemical Energy Storage, and NASA EPSCOR-80NSSC23M0072.

Flexible smart devices are increasingly used in applications, such as wearable electronics, flexible displays, medical devices, and human-machine interactions.1 These applications demand advanced solutions for mechanically flexible, foldable and stretchable batteries.2 Next-generation Li-S batteries address these demands by offering high specific energy (∼2,600 Wh/kg), and high theoretical specific capacity (1675 mAh/g). The added sustainable benefits of sulfur cathode are abundance in nature and non-toxicity to environment which are critical for the development of eco-friendly flexible battery technologies.3 For flexible sulfur cathodes, carbon-based nanomaterials have gained popularity due to their mechanical strength, high surface area, and structure-enabled high conductivity. Various R&D efforts have been reported on carbon nanostructure-based cathodes for flexible Li-S batteries, such as carbonized textile,4 carbon nanotube‐based cables,5 mesoporous carbon nanofibers,6 and carbon yolk-shell nanosheets.7 However, these efforts involve complex synthesis processes which lead to high cost and low scalability for commercializing flexible Li-S batteries.In this study, we developed a novel approach to prepare freestanding, 3D carbon composite sulfur cathodes using commercially available carbon nanostructure (CNS) materials. One of the challenges of this sulfur cathode architecture (CNS-S) is rapid battery capacity fading over cycling. To overcome this challenge, we introduced a novel electrolyte system aiming to extend the cycle life of the Li-S batteries. This combination strategy yielded a highly flexible sulfur cathode (Fig. 1a), a high specific discharge capacity of ~1,300 mAh/g (Fig. 1b), and a robust long-term cycle stability at a high current rate of 1C with ~80% capacity retention over 300 cycles (Fig. 1c). We will discuss analytical and electrochemical characterizations, such as in-situ Raman spectroscopy and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy, to elucidate the performance mechanism of our flexible high-performance Li-S batteries. Acknowledgment This work was supported by the Linda and Larry Pearson Endowed Chair at the Leslie A. Rose Department of Mechanical Engineering, South Dakota School of Mines & Technology, SDBOR Competitive Research Grant Program, and NASA EPSCoR under Grant No. 80NSSC21M0326 and 80NSSC23M0072. References (1) Zhang, Q.; Gao, X. W.; Liu, X.; Mu, J. J.; Gu, Q. F.; Liu, Z. M.; Luo, W. B. Flexible wearable energy storage devices: Materials, structures, and applications. Battery Energy 2024, 3 (2). DOI: 10.1002/bte2.20230061.(2) Park, J. W.; Jo, S. C.; Kim, M. J.; Choi, I. H.; Kim, B. G.; Lee, Y. J.; Choi, H. Y.; Kang, S.; Kim, T.; Baeg, K. J. Flexible high-energy-density lithium-sulfur batteries using nanocarbon-embedded fibrous sulfur cathodes and membrane separators. Npg Asia Mater 2021, 13 (1). DOI: ARTN 3010.1038/s41427-021-00295-y.(3) Chang, J.; Shang, J.; Sun, Y.; Ono, L. K.; Wang, D.; Ma, Z.; Huang, Q.; Chen, D.; Liu, G.; Cui, Y.; et al. Flexible and stable high-energy lithium-sulfur full batteries with only 100% oversized lithium. Nat Commun 2018, 9 (1), 4480. DOI: 10.1038/s41467-018-06879-7 From NLM PubMed-not-MEDLINE.(4) Gao, P.; Xu, S.; Chen, Z.; Huang, X.; Bao, Z.; Lao, C.; Wu, G.; Mei, Y. Flexible and Hierarchically Structured Sulfur Composite Cathode Based on the Carbonized Textile for High-Performance Li-S Batteries. ACS Appl Mater Interfaces 2018, 10 (4), 3938-3947. DOI: 10.1021/acsami.7b16174 From NLM PubMed-not-MEDLINE.(5) Chong Woon Gie; Huang Jian Qiu; Xu Zhenglong; Xianying., Q.; Wang Xiangyu; Kyo, K. J. Lithium–Sulfur Battery Cable Made from Ultralight, Flexible Graphene/Carbon Nanotube/Sulfur Composite Fibers. Advanced Functional Materials 27 (4). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/adfm.201604815.(6) He, G.; Mandlmeier, B.; Schuster, J.; Nazar, L. F.; Bein, T. Bimodal Mesoporous Carbon Nanofibers with High Porosity: Freestanding and Embedded in Membranes for Lithium-Sulfur Batteries. Chemistry of Materials 2014, 26 (13), 3879-3886. DOI: 10.1021/cm403740r.(7) Pei Fei; Lin Lele; Ou Daohui; Zheng Zongmin; Mo Shiguang; Fang Xiaoliang; Nanfeng, Z. Self-supporting sulfur cathodes enabled by two dimensional carbon yolk-shell nanosheets for high energy-density lithium-sulfur battery. Nature Communications 2017, 8, 482. DOI: DOI: 10.1038/s41467-017-00575-8. Figure 1

This study analyzes the information transactions related to scholarly communication topics at a southeastern R1 university in the US, focusing on the types of questions raised by the academic community and how this data can be used to improve library services. Data were collected from phone calls, direct emails, and forwarded emails from liaison librarians or the library’s chat service. The consultation details were entered into LibInsight and analyzed to identify patterns and trends. The author recorded a total of 428 information transactions during a three-year study period. The inquiries came from a wide range of disciplines across campus, with the highest number of transactions from faculty members in the School of Social Work, the Department of English, and the Department of Mechanical Engineering. The most common topics of inquiry were related to institutional repository services, copyright, and licensing. This study addresses an existing gap in the literature regarding strategies for academic librarians to enhance scholarly communication services through evidence-based research. It contributes to understanding the evolving information needs of the academic community and underscores the significance of ongoing monitoring and systematic analysis of information transactions to ensure that scholarly communication services remain up-to-date and pertinent.

We are pleased to present the proceedings of the International Conference on Sustainable Development of Advanced Materials, Manufacturing, and Industry 4.0 (INSDAM 2025), which was held from March 27 to 28, 2025, at Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education (KARE), Tamil Nadu, India. The conference was organized by the Centre for Composite Materials, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education, in collaboration with Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Malaysia and the University of Cagliari, Italy. With the objective address the most recent advancements in manufacturing, Industry 4.0, and the sustainable development of innovative materials, the conference sought to bring together researchers, academicians, and professionals. Sustainable Development in Advanced Materials, Manufacturing, and Industry 4.0 is a comprehensive compilation of proceedings from the international conference dedicated to exploring the intersection of sustainable development, advanced materials, manufacturing processes and the emerging paradigms of Industry 4.0. As the world grapples with the challenges of climate change, resource depletion and environmental degradation, this conference serves as a platform for researchers, industry professionals and policymakers to share innovative solutions and insights that promote sustainability in various sectors. List of Organizing Committees are available in this PDF.