The SAE Brake Colloquium & Exhibition has officially opened its call for presentations for the 44th annual event. Scheduled for September 20-23, 2026, in Palm Desert, California, this gathering invites industry experts from research institutions, academia, and the commercial sector to submit technical manuscripts and presentations.
Highlights
- Event Date & Location: Scheduled for September 20-23, 2026, in Palm Desert, California.
- Submission Deadline: Abstracts must be submitted online by February 16, 2026.
- Scope: Covers braking advancements for ICE, electric, and hybrid vehicles across light, heavy-duty, and commercial sectors.
- Publication Potential: High-quality papers may be published in the SAE International Journal of Advances and Current Practices in Mobility.
Submission Guidelines and Critical Dates
The Technical Program Committee is soliciting abstracts that address significant technical ideas and advancements in brake technology. Authors must commit to presenting their results in person; written-only submissions will not be accepted. The selection process relies on an organizer-moderated peer review of manuscripts.
Key Deadlines for the 2026 Cycle:
- Abstract Submission Deadline: February 16, 2026
- Review Ready Manuscripts Due: March 30, 2026
- Peer Review Process: March 30 – July 13, 2026
- Final Manuscripts Due: July 27, 2026
- Event Registration Deadline: August 3, 2026
Technical Topics of Interest
The colloquium seeks submissions covering a broad spectrum of braking science for both OEM and aftermarket applications. Topics relevant to passenger cars, trucks, SUVs, commercial vehicles, railways, and motorcycles are highly encouraged to foster comprehensive industry dialogue.
Primary Categories for Submission:
- Materials & Manufacturing: Advances in friction materials, raw materials, disc and drum design, braking plates, shims, and greases.
- EV & Hybrid Adaptation: Braking advancements specific to electric and hybrid vehicles, including regenerative systems and energy efficiency impacts.
- NVH & Performance: Noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) advancements, fundamental mechanisms of friction, and testing and measurement methodologies.
- Digital Engineering: Applications of machine learning, generative AI, CAE, and virtual technologies in brake system development.
- Regulatory & System Integration: Euro 7 emissions compliance, XIL (Model/Software/Hardware in the Loop), and integration with ADAS and chassis controls.
Review and Publication Details
Accepted papers will undergo a rigorous peer review to ensure technical accuracy and relevance. Top-tier submissions may be selected for inclusion in the SAE International Journal of Advances and Current Practices in Mobility. Prospective authors can access templates and detailed guidelines on the SAE Author Resources page.
Learn more about SAE Brake at https://www.sae.org/events/brake
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