International Conference on Aerodynamic Optimization and CFD in Aerospace Design

International Conference on Aerodynamic Optimization and CFD in Aerospace Design
Date: Oct 3, 2026
Organized by Wings of Aero | Convenor – Ms. Suguna Balan, Co-Founder & Director
Conference Mode: Hybrid

1] Conference Introduction

The rapid evolution of aerospace systems demands continuous innovation in aerodynamic efficiency, design robustness, and computational modelling. Aerodynamic optimization and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) have become indispensable tools for developing high-performance aircraft, space vehicles, UAVs, and next-generation propulsion systems.

The International Conference on Aerodynamic Optimization and CFD in Aerospace Design (AOCFD 2026) provides a global platform for researchers, engineers, scientists, software developers, and industry professionals to share advancements, methodologies, validation techniques, and emerging trends in computational and experimental aerodynamics.

This hybrid conference enables dynamic participation from global experts, fostering research collaboration toward the future of aerodynamics and simulation-driven design.

2] Conference Objective

• To highlight state-of-the-art CFD tools, turbulence modelling, and advanced aerodynamic analysis techniques.

• To discuss optimization approaches for aircraft wings, fuselages, rotors, propulsion systems, and high-speed vehicles.

• To explore simulation accuracy, validation strategies, and experimental correlations.

• To promote research in high-fidelity CFD, reduced-order modelling, and AI/ML-based aerodynamic prediction.

• To encourage industry–academia collaboration in design innovation.

• To identify challenges in aerodynamic design for emerging aerospace technologies.

3] Conference Outcome

Participants will:

• Gain exposure to advanced CFD frameworks, modelling strategies, and optimization algorithms.

• Understand aerodynamic improvement strategies for subsonic, transonic, supersonic, and hypersonic regimes.

• Learn techniques for mesh generation, solver selection, convergence enhancement, and simulation accuracy.

• Explore case studies involving UAVs, eVTOLs, turbomachinery, missiles, aircraft wings, and space vehicles.

• Publish their work in reputed Scopus/WoS/SCI indexed journals (subject to journal policies).

• Build global networks with CFD researchers, aerospace designers, and simulation specialists.

4] Call for Paper – List of Topics

Authors are invited to submit original and unpublished contributions on topics including, but not limited to:

Aerodynamics & Design Optimization

• Wing and airfoil optimization

• High-lift/low-drag configurations

• Multi-disciplinary design optimization (MDO)

• Aerodynamic shaping for UAV, eVTOL, and aircraft

• High-speed aerodynamics and shock interactions

Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)

• Turbulence modelling (RANS, LES, DNS, DES)

• Mesh generation and grid independence studies

• Solver advancements and numerical schemes

• Transition modelling

• Multi-phase and reactive flows

Applied CFD in Aerospace

• Internal flows and turbomachinery simulation

• Propulsion system CFD (intake, nozzle, combustion)

• Aeroacoustics and noise prediction

• Thermal-fluid simulations in spacecraft systems

Modern Techniques & Emerging Trends

• AI/ML-enhanced CFD

• Reduced-order modelling (ROM)

• GPU-based solvers and high-performance computing (HPC)

• Validation with wind tunnel data

• Fluid–structure interaction (FSI)

5] About Wings of Aero

Wings of Aero is a leading Aerospace and Defence Consulting Startup dedicated to advancing innovation, research-driven training, and technology development. Through conferences, workshops, industrial projects, and hands-on programs, Wings of Aero has created a strong ecosystem for nurturing the next generation of aerospace professionals.

Specializing in aircraft systems, space technologies, design analysis, CFD, propulsion, and defence applications, the organization actively collaborates with institutions and industries to enable high-quality knowledge exchange and aerospace capability-building across India and beyond.

6] Roughly Estimated Dates

Appropriate academic-friendly timeline for October 2026:

• Last date for Abstract Submission: August 10, 2026

• Notification of Abstract Acceptance: August 20, 2026

• Registration without Late Fee: September 10, 2026

• Registration with Late Fee: September 25, 2026

• Conference Date: October 3, 2026

7] Registration Fees

Registrations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. All participants must register through the official conference link.

Foreign Delegates: 100 USD

Indian Delegates:

• Students/Scholars: 1000 INR (Late Fee: 1500 INR)

• Faculty: 2000 INR (Late Fee: 2500 INR)

• Industry/Scientists: 3000 INR (Late Fee: 3500 INR)

8] Publication

Selected high-quality papers will be published in Scopus and Web of Science/SCI indexed journals, based on journal policies and editorial review. Suitable journals include:

Recommended Journals

1. Aerospace Science and Technology

   • ISSN: 1270-9638

   • Publisher: Elsevier

   • Link: https://www.sciencedirect.com/journal/aerospace-science-and-technology

2. Computers & Fluids

   • ISSN: 0045-7930

   • Publisher: Elsevier

   • Link: https://www.sciencedirect.com/journal/computers-and-fluids

3. Journal of Fluids Engineering (ASME)

   • ISSN: 0098-2202

   • Publisher: ASME

   • Link: https://asmedigitalcollection.asme.org/fluidsengineering

4. Progress in Aerospace Sciences

   • ISSN: 0376-0421

   • Publisher: Elsevier

   • Link: https://www.sciencedirect.com/journal/progress-in-aerospace-sciences

5. International Journal of Computational Fluid Dynamics

   • ISSN: 1061-8562

   • Publisher: Taylor & Francis

   • Link: https://www.tandfonline.com/toc/tcfd20/current

9] Contact & Registration

• Email: contact@wingsofaero.in

• Registration Link: https://rzp.io/rzp/woaconference