This book offers a comprehensive examination of the latest advancements in mechanical manufacturing technology and material engineering, as presented at the 9th International Conference on Mechanical Manufacturing Technology and Material Engineering (MMTME 2024). It delves into the forefront of research in areas like additive manufacturing, smart manufacturing systems, and innovative material solutions, addressing the current gaps and technological challenges within the industry. The book is structured to highlight significant innovations that are poised to redefine manufacturing processes, enhance material performance, and drive sustainability in production. Each chapter provides in-depth analysis of emerging technologies and their practical applications, backed by recent case studies and expert insights. Key topics such as the integration of AI and IoT in manufacturing, advancements in 3D and 4D printing technologies, and the development of new sustainable materials are explored. These are critical for pushing the boundaries of what is possible in manufacturing and materials science today. This book is significant as it not only encapsulates state-of-the-art research but also provides a vision for future directions in the field. It sets out to solve problems related to efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and environmental impact in manufacturing, offering new perspectives and solutions to researchers and professionals. The target audience includes academic researchers, industry professionals, and engineers in the fields of mechanical manufacturing and material engineering.

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He is the professor; the doctoral supervisor; doctor of engineering, University of Tokyo, Japan; and winner of the National Overseas High-level Talents Introduction Program-Youth Project and top-notch young talents of Liaoning "Xing Liao Talents Program". Before returning to China, he worked as a researcher in Japan Institute of Physical Chemistry and Singapore Science and Technology Bureau. He was mainly engaged in precision/ultra-precision machining, optical manufacturing, laser processing, metal substrate construction, and other aspects of research. The research results were rated as the research highlights of 2018 A*STAR, and more than 80 academic papers were published in famous international journals in the fields of manufacturing, friction, and optics, and more than 80 international and national invention patents were authorized. He has presided over more than 20 projects such as JSPS Youth Fund, General Projects of National Natural Science Foundation, and National Key R&D Plan "Key Scientific Issues of Transformational Technology". He has won more than 10 awards, such as the Technical Promotion Award of Japan Machine Tool Promotion Association and the first prize of academic achievements such as Dalian University of Technology. He is currently a senior member of China Mechanical Engineering Society (the deputy director-general of Extreme Manufacturing Branch, a member of Micro-Nano Manufacturing Technology Branch) and a member of American Society of Precision Engineering (ASPE).