IJABE Call for Papers | Key Technologies and Equipment for Agricultural Machinery in Hilly and Mountainous Areas
IJABE Call for Papers | Key Technologies and Equipment for Agricultural Machinery in Hilly and Mountainous Areas
2026 IJABE Special Collection on Key Technologies and Equipment for Agricultural Machinery in Hilly and Mountainous Areas
Guest Editor: Dr. Li Yang, Professor of the College of Engineering, China Agricultural University
Guest Associate Editors: Dr. Lie Tang, Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering at Iowa State University
Dr. Yuxiang Huang, Professor and Dean of the College of Mechanical and Electronic Engineering, Northwest A&F University
Dr. Yitao Liao, Professor and Dean of the College of Engineering, Huazhong Agricultural University
Dr. Shouyong Xie, Professor and Dean of the College of Engineering and Technology, Southwest University
Dr. Mingliang Wu, Professor and Dean of the College of Mechanical and Electronic Engineering, Hunan Agricultural University
Dr. Jianjun Hao, Professor and Deputy Dean of the College of Mechatronical and Electrical Engineering, Hebei Agricultural University
In hilly and mountainous regions, generally exhibiting characteristics of being "narrow, small, scattered, and steep." Coupled with inadequate field infrastructure such as farm roads, agricultural machinery faces challenges in "access to fields, operation, and transportation," making traditional machinery ill-suited for these conditions. Consequently, the development of agricultural mechanization in these areas still encounters significant bottlenecks. Currently, most agricultural machinery used in hilly and mountainous areas is a modified version of models designed for flat terrain, while specialized, lightweight equipment suitable for small plots and steep slopes remains scarce. Meanwhile, development in the equipment sector remains uneven: while mechanization levels are relatively high in land preparation and cultivation, key processes such as sowing and harvesting, as well as those involving specialty cash crops, exhibit extremely low mechanization rates. Investigating key agricultural machinery technologies in hilly and mountainous regions is of great significance for advancing agricultural modernization and ensuring food security. To this end, IJABE has launched the Special Collection on Key Technologies and Equipment for Agricultural Machinery in Hilly and Mountainous Regions. We sincerely invite those engaged in the research of key technologies for agricultural machinery equipment in hilly and mountainous areas, as well as the application of smart agriculture and plant protection in hilly and mountainous areas. Together, we aim to establish a high-quality academic exchange platform. The collection is scheduled for publication in phases by 2027.
Submit your manuscript at https://www.ijabe.org, and you can also get the Guidelines for Authors there.
Types of articles: Review, Research Articles, Editorial, Perspectives.
Submission deadline: December 31, 2026
Topics include, but are not limited to
l Multi-mode mobility mechanism with adaptive chassis design;
l Key technologies for crop cultivation, harvesting, and transportation equipment in hilly and mountainous regions;
l Integration and diversification approaches for new energy power systems;
l Collaborative control algorithms and energy efficiency optimization;
l Intelligent perception and high-precision navigation positioning;
l Lightweight design and structural optimization of agricultural machinery;
l Soil-friendly design and ecological protection;
l Shape-adaptive and posture-coordinated control of agricultural machinery: Develop shape-adaptive systems for agricultural equipment with excellent adaptability to sloping terrain, along with coordinated control technologies for vehicle body alignment and tool posture, to enhance operational accuracy and efficiency in uneven terrains.
l Reliability verification and standardization system for new energy agricultural machinery;
l Smart agriculture and unmanned operations in hilly and mountainous areas.
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There is no strict word limit. You may organize the content and length according to your writing plan.
Contact information:
Contact Editor: Shiqiang Xin
Email: ijabe@ijabe.cn
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