Detailed Description International Conference on Aluminum Alloys 2026 (ICAA)

 What ICAA Covers

ICAA provides a comprehensive platform for presenting and discussing cutting-edge research and technologies related to aluminium alloys. Key areas of focus include: 

• Alloy design & development — new alloy formulations, novel alloy systems, lightweight and high-performance alloys

• Physical metallurgy & microstructure analysis — fundamental mechanisms in physical metallurgy, phase transformations, microstructure–property relationships

• Processing metallurgy — casting & solidification, thermomechanical processing, forming, joining, and sheet/foil processing

• Additive manufacturing of aluminium alloys — 3D printing, powder metallurgy, advanced casting or forming techniques using modern methods

• Characterization & advanced analysis techniques — high-resolution microscopy, texture analysis, local elemental analysis, mechanical testing, fatigue & fracture studies 

• Modelling & simulations — process modelling, microstructure modelling, predictive modelling for alloy design and performance optimization

• Applications & sustainability — lightweight design for aerospace, automotive, transport; recycled aluminium, sustainable materials and eco-friendly alloy solutions 

ICAA merges scientific excellence with industrial relevance: fundamental science supports industrial development, while industrial challenges feed scientific inquiry. This dual approach makes ICAA a vital meeting point for academia and industry. 

Participants & Communities

ICAA brings together a diverse community of participants:

• Researchers and scientists from universities and research institutes working on aluminium alloy science and metallurgy

• Industrial metallurgists and engineers from companies in automotive, aerospace, transport, construction, packaging, electronics and other sectors using aluminium alloys

• Process engineers, casting and forming specialists, additive manufacturing & metal-printing experts

• Material scientists, microstructure analysts, and labs involved in characterization, testing, quality control, fatigue and fracture analysis

• Designers, R&D teams, project developers, and product engineers implementing alloy development, lightweight design, or advanced manufacturing

• Students and early-career researchers — ICAA encourages young participants and offers special “Early Career Researcher” awards.

With typically 200 to 400 participants (balanced between academia and industry), the conference fosters networking, collaboration, and long-term partnerships. 

Why Attend ICAA

Attending ICAA offers substantial benefits:

• Gain access to state-of-the-art research and emerging technologies in aluminium alloys alloy design, additive manufacturing, processing, characterization and modelling

• Present your own research or industrial projects to an international audience of experts, decision-makers, and potential collaborators

• Network with leading academics, industry professionals and material scientists ideal for collaboration in research, development, and production

• Stay updated on global trends in alloy development, sustainability, lightweight materials, and future applications in aerospace, automotive, transport, and construction

• Explore industrial-scale applications, commercialization, and innovation opportunities for advanced aluminium alloys

• Benefit from the hybrid format whether onsite in Berlin or online worldwide, you can participate without geographical constraints