Innovations and Emerging Trends in Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering

This special issue focuses on recent advances, innovative technologies, and interdisciplinary approaches in the fields of aerospace and mechanical engineering. As these disciplines continue to evolve in response to global challenges and technological demands, cutting-edge research is driving transformative solutions in areas such as aerospace design, fluid dynamics, propulsion systems, autonomous systems, thermal management, advanced manufacturing, and materials engineering.

The issue welcomes original contributions that explore novel methodologies, experimental investigations, numerical modeling, and real-world engineering applications. Emphasis is placed on forward-looking research that bridges theory and practice, enhances system performance, improves sustainability, and supports the next generation of aerospace and mechanical technologies.

This collection will also highlight outstanding works presented at the World Summit and Expo on Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering (AME-2025), held on December 4–6, 2025, in Rome, Italy.