June 24-25, Le Meridien Putrajaya, Malaysia

The 9th International Symposium on Damage Mechanics of Materials and Structures (SDMMS 2026)

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Important Dates

Extended Abstract Deadline: 16th March 2026
Notification of Acceptance: 31st March 2026
Camera Ready Submission: 30th April 2026
Registration Deadline: 31st May 2026
Early bird registration deadline: 31st March 2026

The Annual on Damage Mechanics of Materials and Structures Conference

SDMMS has always attracted high-quality research papers and continues to serve as a central hub where the world's knowledge on manufacturing research is fused with industry strategy in a globalised market. Past events that were held in UKM (2016, 2017, 2019, 2023 & 2025), UTM (2018), UiTM Penang (2021) and UMPSA (2022) were highly successful (Details in Past Conferences Button). In this coming 2026, the Faculty of Engineering, Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia is glad to organise The 9ᵗʰ International Symposium on Damage Mechanics of Materials and Structures (SDMMS2026), which take place on 24–25ᵗʰ June 2026 at Le Meridien, Putrajaya, Malaysia. The conference will provide a venue for researchers and practitioners in the related fields from academia and industry to meet in a forum where the latest research results are presented and prospects for future developments are discussed in the field of Civil and Mechanical Engineering. The SDMMS2026 Organising Committee cordially invites submissions of high-quality research papers reporting original unpublished works. We highly appreciate your kind support in disseminating this Call for Papers to your colleagues and researchers. ALL Full-length papers that have been peer-reviewed and accepted will be published in SCOPUS journals.

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WHY Should Attend SDMMS2026?

Platform for Cutting-Edge Research in Failure Analysis – SDMMS 2026 brings together the latest advances in damage mechanics, fatigue, fracture, structural reliability, and machine learning applications in civil and mechanical engineering.
Networking with Global Experts from Academia and Industry – Engage directly with international researchers, engineers, and industry practitioners, fostering collaborations and future research opportunities.
High-Impact Technical Sessions and Keynote Addresses – The symposium features keynote speeches, panel discussions, and technical sessions led by recognised experts addressing real-world engineering challenges.
Exposure to Multidisciplinary and Industrial Applications – Participants gain insights into both theoretical developments and practical industrial applications across civil and mechanical engineering domains.

Quality Time with Experts

SDMMS2026 are pleased to invite researchers, academics, and professionals to participate in this esteemed conference, which will showcase innovative research and foster meaningful collaborations. The event will feature keynote speeches, panel discussions, and paper presentations across various disciplines. Join us for an exciting conference featuring groundbreaking research and networking opportunities.

WHO Should Attend SDMMS 2026?

Academic Researchers and Lecturers – Those working in civil and mechanical engineering seeking to present high-impact research and publish in SCOPUS-indexed journals.
Postgraduate and PhD Students – Students aiming to gain international exposure, receive expert feedback, and build academic and professional networks.
Industry Engineers and Practitioners – Professionals involved in failure analysis, durability assessment, NDT, and structural reliability across engineering sectors.
R&D and Technical Specialists – Researchers and specialists from laboratories, research centres, and industrial R&D units focusing on advanced damage and failure analysis.
Consultants, Inspectors, and Decision Makers – Individuals responsible for engineering diagnostics, forensic investigation, asset management, and infrastructure safety.

SCOPUS Publication

All submissions will undergo a rigorous peer-review process. Accepted papers will be published in SCOPUS indexed proceedings following the required revisions. Selected high-quality manuscripts may also be considered for publication in indexed journals, subject to the respective journal review and acceptance.