Call for Papers in Mechanical Engineering Journals - Special Issues


Publish your research in special issues of reputed mechanical engineering journals — now accepting submissions!


1.Foundation Models based Multimodal Earth Observation Data Fusion and Applications

The Journal of Remote Sensing is an Open Access journal supported by article processing charges (APCs). There are no submission charges. Through December 2027, all APCs will be covered by Aerospace Information Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Sciences.

Journal Name: Journal of Remote Sensing

Scope: This issue is dedicated to exploring how the fusion of diverse observational modalities can be enhanced and automated through foundation-model approaches. We seek to showcase cutting-edge research that not only advances methodological integration but also demonstrates tangible impacts across critical domains including ecosystem monitoring, climate resilience, sustainable urban development and planetary-scale decision support.

Publication Cost: No Publication Fee (Free Publication)

Submission Deadline: 31-12-2026

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2.Understanding multi-scale fractures and faults in contemporary subsurface applications for decarbonization

Journal of Rock Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering is a peer-reviewed and open-access journal. Chinese Academy of Sciences pays the OA fee. Authors do not have to pay any open-access publication fee.

Journal Name: Journal of Rock Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering

Scope: This Special Issue invites submissions that apply and develop advanced multi-scale tools and methods to address challenges in contemporary subsurface utilization. Contributions offering new scientific insights and explaining how they improve our understanding of geosystems and promote sustainability are welcome.

Publication Cost: No Publication Fee (Free Publication)

Submission Deadline: 01-09-2026

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3.Indian National Young Academy of Science (INYAS) Special Issue

Proceedings of the Indian National Science Academy is a peer-reviewed journal, publishing original research and reviews across various scientific disciplines.

Journal Name: Proceedings of the Indian National Science Academy

Scope: One of the key aims of INYAS is to advance science education and outreach. Scientific and scholarly works are steps towards this direction. The Special Issue aims to highlight scientific and technological advancements driving India’s comprehensive growth and future prosperity.

Publication Cost: No Publication Fee (Free Publication)

Submission Deadline: 30-04-2026

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4.Satellite Earth Observations for Sustainable Water and Land Management in Africa

The Journal of Remote Sensing is an Open Access journal supported by article processing charges (APCs). There are no submission charges. Through December 2027, all APCs will be covered by Aerospace Information Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Sciences.

Journal Name: Journal of Remote Sensing

Scope: This special issue will provide a dedicated platform for researchers to share cutting-edge research on using big earth data for sustainable water and land management. It will cover a wide range of topics, such as remote sensing assessment of water availability, agricultural water use monitoring, land use and land cover mapping, and integrated management of water and land resources.

Publication Cost: No Publication Fee (Free Publication)

Submission Deadline: 01-12-2026

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5.Advances in Energy GeoStorage

The Journal of Rock Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering does not have any Article Processing Charges (APCs) or publication fees. The Chinese Academy of Sciences covers the open access fees for this journal.

Journal Name: Journal of Rock Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering

Scope: This special issue seeks to showcase pioneering research on subsurface storage technologies, including but not limited to hydrogen storage in porous reservoirs, compressed air energy storage, hydrogen storage, nuclear waste repository design, and integrated renewable energy solutions.

Publication Cost: No Publication Fee (Free Publication)

Submission Deadline: 31-03-2026

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6.Advances in Hyperspectral Remote Sensing: Intelligent Extraction and Applications Show / hide sections navigation Scope Guest Editors Submission Instructions Table of Contents

The Journal of Remote Sensing, an Open Access journal published in association with AIR-CAS

Journal Name: Journal of Remote Sensing

Scope: This special issue seeks contributions focusing on cutting-edge hyperspectral remote sensing applications from the plot- to the satellite-level. We also seek contributions that utilize intelligent image processing and information extraction techniques to more effectively exploit the vast importation contained in hyperspectral data cubes. These applications are being focused on themes such as urban, ecology, geology, agriculture, resources, and wetland.

Publication Cost: No Publication Fee (Free Publication)

Submission Deadline: 30-06-2026

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7.Special Issue: Theory and intelligent control technology of dynamic disasters in deep earth resource development

The Journal of Rock Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering is inviting research papers for its special issue for free publication. All the publications are open access.

Journal Name: Journal of Rock Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering

Scope: Focus areas include underground space development, energy extraction and storage, and deep mining environments.

Publication Cost: No Publication Fee (Free Publication)

Submission Deadline: 01-06-2026

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8.Special Issue: Theoretical and Mathematical Physics with Astrophysical Applications

Arabian Journal of Mathematics publishes significant research papers across all mainstream branches of pure and applied mathematics. The journal Imposes no submission or publication charges for authors or their institutions.

Journal Name: Arabian Journal of Mathematics

Scope: The collection aims to reflect the vibrant scientific research and progress within the realm of physics and astrophysics in Central Asia.

Publication Cost: No Publication Fee (Free Publication)

Submission Deadline: 30-12-2025

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9.Remote Sensing for Dryland Sustainability

Drylands are defined by scarcity of water and limited soil moisture, which account for 41% of the global terrestrial area and are home to a third of the global human population and half of the livestock. Global drylands encompass deserts, grasslands, savannahs, Mediterranean ecosystems, and even some forests.

Journal Name: Journal of Remote Sensing

Scope: This Special Issue intends to enrich our collective knowledge of remote sensing for dryland sustainability. Topics may include, but are not limited to: Extent and shifts of global drylands, Climate and hydrological trends over global drylands, Food, water, and energy securities in a socio-ecological context, Advanced data analytics, machine learning, and AI, Novel field, UAV, and spaceborne instruments.

Publication Cost: No Publication Fee (Free Publication)

Submission Deadline: 31-12-2025

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10.CFP-Recent Innovations in AI and Cloud Technologies for the Internet of Things

This journal operates as an open access publication, with all publishing costs being subsidized by the IEEE Xplore.

Journal Name: Big Data Mining and Analytics

Scope: This special issue invites research papers in the domains of cloud computing, the Internet of Things, and artificial intelligence to provide practical applications for various institutions. The research should highlight the role of AI in enhancing technologies, policies, or best practices, from both theoretical and practical perspectives.

Publication Cost: No Publication Fee (Free Publication)

Submission Deadline: 31-01-2026

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11.Special Issue: Polar Geotechnical Engineering and Environmental Protection

This journal is a peer reviewed, subsidized open access journal where the China University of Mining & Technology pays the OA fee. Authors do not have to pay any open access publication fee.

Journal Name: International Journal of Mining Science and Technology

Scope: This Special Issue focuses on polar and periglacial geotechnical and environmental engineering challenges. The issue intends to promote sustainable engineering in polar and periglacial regions.

Publication Cost: No Publication Fee (Free Publication)

Submission Deadline: 15-01-2026

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12.Sustainable nanomaterials for energy conversion and environmental remediation

The Beilstein Journal Of Nanotechnology is a Diamond Open Access. There are no fees for authors or readers.

Journal Name: Beilstein Journal Of Nanotechnology

Scope: This thematic issue focuses on science and engineering aspects of sustainable nanomaterials for energy conversion and environmental remediation, with emphasis on design principles, interface control, and device integration.

Publication Cost: No Publication Fee (Free Publication)

Submission Deadline: 30-04-2026

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13.Applications of Machine Learning in Solar Physics

Living Reviews in Solar Physics is a diamond open-access journal that publishes invited reviews of research in all areas of solar and heliospheric physics.

Journal Name: Living Reviews in Solar Physics

Scope: This special issue seeks a collection of articles on the applications of machine learning techniques in solar and heliophysics, such as solar feature detection and solar event classification, solar cycle prediction, and space weather forecasting.

Publication Cost: No Publication Fee (Free Publication)

Submission Deadline: 31-03-2026

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14.Cropland Use Mapping and Monitoring with Remote Sensing

Croplands, occupying approximately 13% of Earth’s land surface, are pivotal for global food security and sustaining human populations through providing essential resources for agriculture. Accurate and timely monitoring of cropland use provides critical information for resource management and decision-making at various levels. Recent advances in remote sensing technologies as well as data-model integration and AI technologies enable the mapping and monitoring of cropland use across multiple scales, e.g., global, regional and fields.

Journal Name: Journal of Remote Sensing

Scope: This special issue aims to disseminate state-of-the-art research and applications using remote sensing techniques for monitoring and mapping of croplands use.

Publication Cost: No Publication Fee (Free Publication)

Submission Deadline: 31-12-2025

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15.Special Issue on Health Information Behaviors Research with Marginalized Communities

Data and Information Management is a peer reviewed, open access journal. The Article Publishing Charge (APC) is covered by the Wuhan University School of Information Management for all submitted articles.

Journal Name: Data and Information Management

Scope: This special issue seeks to bring together groundbreaking research, theoretical frameworks, and applied solutions that push the boundaries of health information behavior research within marginalized populations.

Publication Cost: No Publication Fee (Free Publication)

Submission Deadline: 31-12-2025

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