From August 13 to 16, a grand global industrial equipment showcase kicked off, bringing together world-class manufacturing technologies, machinery applications, and the most influential experts and industry leaders in the field; the 2020 China Western International Equipment Manufacturing Expo (CWIEME 2020) once again electrified the ancient capital of Xi'an!

The non-contact full-field strain measurement system utilizes high-precision digital image correlation algorithms to provide dynamic, full-field, 3D strain and displacement measurements. Suitable for both indoor and outdoor use, the system offers a strain measurement range of 0.005% to 2000%. Depending on the image acquisition hardware employed, it can accommodate measurement areas ranging from a few square meters to several tens of square meters, with custom configurations available for even larger fields of view; theoretically, precise strain and deformation measurements can be achieved within this range provided that high-quality images are obtained.

Studying the rock mass mechanics affected by excavation activities is a crucial step in mining engineering. It guides mine construction and production, helps prevent or eliminate hazards to safety and operations caused by ground pressure and landslides, and informs the optimization of blasting designs, rock fragmentation methods, and the understanding of natural ore body caving patterns.

From June 25 to 27, the 8th Youth Forum on Material and Structural Strength was held in Wuxi, Jiangsu Province; the event was hosted by the Materials Branch of the Chinese Mechanical Engineering Society and organized by Jiangnan University.

In recent years, the rapid development of engineering construction in my country has led to the emergence of numerous new structural systems. To further advance academic research and technological innovation regarding new materials and structural systems in civil engineering, strengthen ties and establish cooperative channels among the engineering sector, material enterprises, and academia, and accelerate the practical application of these new materials and structures, the 2nd Academic Conference on New Materials and New Structural Systems in Civil Engineering was held in Guangzhou from September 25 to 27, 2020.

From May 28 to 30, the "6th Symposium on Fatigue (2021)—New Methods for Fatigue Testing and Research on Materials and Structures," hosted by the Fatigue Branch of the Chinese Materials Research Society, was held in Tianjin.

Tubing components are vital elements of complex electromechanical products in industries such as modern automotive manufacturing, responsible for conveying various fluid media—such as fuel and coolant—to other parts of the product. Rapid and precise measurement of bent tubes is crucial for ensuring accurate assembly and stress-free installation.

The 21st National Conference on Composite Materials, jointly hosted by the Chinese Society of Aeronautics and Astronautics, the Chinese Society of Astronautics, the Chinese Society of Theoretical and Applied Mechanics, the Chinese Society for Composite Materials, and the Inner Mongolia Association for Science and Technology, was held in Hohhot.

As the largest exhibition in China's composites sector, the 3rd International Exhibition on Technological Innovations in the Composites Industry was held in Zhuhai from November 28 to 30. The event showcased composite products designed for applications in aviation, aerospace, nuclear energy, new energy, automotive, electronics, and rail transportation. XTOP3D presented a range of 3D digital inspection solutions, attracting significant attention from attendees.

The 16th National Conference on Experimental Mechanics grandly opened at the Fuyue Hotel in Jiaxing, Zhejiang, from April 23 to 25.