The MAXIMA project is co-organising a special session on Digital Twins for Electrical Machines in the framework of the ICEM 2026 conference, and is pleased to invite contributions from researchers and practitioners working in this rapidly evolving field. The session focuses on how advanced digital twin technologies can support the design, optimisation, operational management and control of electrical machines for traction applications in the context of accelerating transport electrification.
Digital twins enable real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance and performance optimisation over the full lifecycle of traction machines, making them a key enabler for high-efficiency, reliable and sustainable traction drives. The special session will bring together experts from academia, industry and research organisations to showcase cutting-edge methodologies, simulation frameworks and application case studies that demonstrate the impact of digital twins on next-generation traction systems.
Contributions are welcome on a broad range of topics related to digital twins for electrical machines, including but not limited to: application of digital twins in motor design, control and monitoring; implementation and testing of digital twin systems; and methodologies for developing robust and validated digital twin environments. The session particularly encourages works that integrate multiphysics modelling, data-driven control strategies and innovative validation techniques to bridge the gap between simulation and real-world operation.
Important dates for this special session follow the ICEM 2026 conference schedule: full paper submission deadline has been extended to 1 March 2026, notification of acceptance is 1 May 2026, and final paper upload is 1 June 2026. Paper submission follows the same rules as regular ICEM papers, and detailed instructions are available on the conference website at: https://icem2026.ubi.pt/submission.html.
Researchers and engineers interested in contributing to the MAXIMA special session on digital twins for electrical machines at ICEM 2026 are warmly encouraged to prepare and submit their full papers by the indicated deadline. This session represents a valuable opportunity to connect with a vibrant community, present original work and help shape the future of digital twin technologies in advanced traction systems.