About SHMS‑2026
International Conference on Next Gen Structural Health Monitoring for Engineering Structures Powered by AI‑ML and Smart Materials.
Host Institute
Technical Society Partner
About SHMS‑2026
The INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE on Next Gen Structural Health Monitoring for Engineering Structures Powered by AI‑ML and Smart Materials (SHMS‑2026) provides a premier platform for scientists, engineers, researchers, practitioners and infrastructure managers to exchange knowledge on next generation technologies. The focus is on integrating structural health monitoring with artificial intelligence, machine learning and smart materials to ensure optimal performance, safety and enhanced life‑span of critical infrastructure, thus contributing to overall sustainability.
Rapid urbanisation and ageing infrastructure worldwide have heightened the need for intelligent monitoring systems. SHMS‑2026 addresses the convergence of advanced materials science, sensor technologies, artificial intelligence and structural engineering to create resilient, self‑monitoring and self‑healing infrastructure systems. The conference will feature keynote lectures by world‑renowned experts, technical sessions covering both fundamental research and practical applications, industrial exhibitions and ample networking opportunities. Special emphasis will be placed on bridging the gap between laboratory research and field implementation, with a particular focus on infrastructure challenges around the world.
About MNNIT Allahabad
Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology (MNNIT) Allahabad
Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology (MNNIT) Allahabad, established in 1961, is one of India’s premier technical institutions and an Institute of National Importance. Located in the historic city of Prayagraj (formerly Allahabad), MNNIT has a rich legacy of excellence in engineering education and research. The Department of Civil Engineering at MNNIT has been at the forefront of research in structural engineering and structural health monitoring, making it a natural host for SHMS‑2026.
Over the decades, MNNIT has developed into a multidisciplinary academic ecosystem with strong undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programmes across engineering, sciences and management. The institute is known for its rigorous curriculum, active research culture and close engagement with industry and government agencies. Its faculty members and research scholars contribute to high‑impact work in infrastructure systems, advanced construction materials, sustainability and digital technologies for civil engineering applications.
MNNIT’s campus offers modern laboratories, testing facilities and collaborative spaces that support both fundamental and application‑oriented research. With a long tradition of organising national and international technical events, the institute provides an ideal platform for meaningful dialogue among researchers, professionals and policy stakeholders. Hosting SHMS‑2026 aligns with MNNIT’s mission of advancing technology for societal benefit and resilient infrastructure development.
About ISHMS
Indian Structural Health Monitoring Society (ISHMS)
The Indian Structural Health Monitoring Society (ISHMS) was established in 2023 as a professional, non‑profit organisation dedicated to advancing structural health monitoring research and practice in India. ISHMS serves as a catalyst for the development and implementation of SHM and related multidisciplinary technologies. The society fosters an ecosystem where industry, academia, government bodies, students and other stakeholders converge and collaborate to create sustainable infrastructure solutions.
ISHMS promotes scientific exchange and capacity building through conferences, workshops, training programmes, technical lectures and collaborative initiatives. The society encourages dissemination of best practices in sensing, diagnostics, data analytics, asset management and life‑cycle performance monitoring for critical infrastructure. By connecting experts from civil engineering, materials science, electronics, data science and allied domains, ISHMS supports integrated solutions for real‑world infrastructure challenges.
A key objective of ISHMS is to bridge the gap between research outcomes and field deployment by facilitating dialogue between researchers, infrastructure owners, consultants and technology developers. Through standards discussions, outreach activities and professional networking, the society is helping build a strong SHM community in India and contributing to safer, smarter and more sustainable infrastructure systems.
Conference Objectives
SHMS‑2026 aims to:
- Present state‑of‑the‑art research in structural health monitoring and smart materials.
- Highlight futuristic technologies in structural monitoring.
- Explore science, systems and sustainability aspects of SHM.
- Identify challenges and solutions for implementing SHM in developing countries.
- Bridge the academia–industry gap through collaborative sessions and exhibitions.
- Promote sustainable infrastructure development using smart health monitoring systems.
- Explore integration of AI, Internet of Things (IoT) and digital twins in infrastructure management.
- Foster international collaboration and knowledge exchange in smart materials and SHM.
Conference Brochure
Download the official SHMS-2026 brochure for detailed event information, schedules, and themes.
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