• Design automation, including design representation, virtual reality, geometric design, design evaluation, design optimization, data-driven design, artificial intelligence in design, simulation-based design under uncertainty, design of complex systems, design of engineered materials systems, shape and topology optimization, engineering design for global development, ergonomic and aesthetic considerations in design methodology, and design for market systems;
• Design of power transmission systems, with an orientation towards interdisciplinary research on design and optimization of such systems and with an emphasis on new emerging techniques and novel mechanisms;
• Design education;
• Design of energy, fluid, and power handling systems;
• Design innovation and devices, including design of smart products and materials;
• Design for manufacturing and the life cycle, including design for the environment, DFX, and sustainable design;
• Design of mechanisms and robotic systems, including design of macro-, micro- and nano-scaled mechanical systems, machine and robotic components, and machine system design;
• Design theory and methodology, including creativity in design, decision analysis, preference modeling, user-centered design, design cognition, entrepreneurship and teams in design, design prototyping, and design synthesis.

Diversity and Inclusion The Technical Committee on Publications and Communications endorses the commitment of ASME to support diversity and to create and ensure inclusive and ethical practices for publishing as well as the science and engineering professions.

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