At present, from a global perspective, science and technology have increasingly become the main force to promote economic and social development, and innovation is the trend of the times. A new round of scientific and technological revolution and industrial transformation is nurturing and rising, some important scientific issues and key core technologies have shown the precursor of revolutionary breakthroughs, and the energy of reform and breakthroughs is constantly accumulating. 2026 8th International Conference on Mechanical Engineering and Automation (MEA 2026) will be held in Guangzhou, China from December 18-20, 2026. The conference aims to provide a platform for experts, scholars, engineering and technical personnel, and technical research and development personnel engaged in “mechanical engineering and automation” to share scientific research results and cutting-edge technologies, understand academic development trends, broaden research ideas, strengthen academic research and discussion, and promote industrialization and cooperation of academic achievements. Experts and scholars from domestic and foreign universities, scientific research institutions, business people and other relevant personnel are invited to participate in the exchange.