Aims & Scope

npj Advanced Manufacturing considers research that explores the innovations and transformative technologies that shape a sustainable, efficient, and technologically advanced manufacturing industry.

The journal covers a broad range of topics including but not limited to:

  • Additive manufacturing processes and techniques
  • Advanced materials for manufacturing
  • Digital design and simulation in manufacturing, including digital twins
  • Smart manufacturing systems that integrate Internet of Things (IoT), cyber-physical systems, artificial intelligence, and big data analytics
  • Precision engineering and micro/nano manufacturing
  • Biomanufacturing and biofabrication
  • Manufacturing for space exploration
  • Hybrid manufacturing processes
  • Sustainable and green manufacturing practices
  • Materials Recycling and circular economy
  • Flexible and reconfigurable manufacturing systems
  • Robotics and automation in manufacturing
  • Supply chain management and digital manufacturing networks
  • Regulatory and quality assurance in advanced manufacturing

The journal offers more choice to Nature Portfolio authors who are seeking a fully open-access and more inclusive platform for publishing their work. The journal is led by manufacturing experts who collaborate to cultivate high-quality research. As part of the npj Series, this journal focuses on fostering global partnerships with the research community and other Springer Nature journals.