Conference

6th Edition of 3D Graphy Engineering & Medical (3D GEM) 2026

Dates: 28th & 29th May 2026
Venue: Victor Menezes Convention Centre, IIT Bombay
Timings: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

DAY 1 – Thursday, 28th May 2026

Theme: “From Design to Reality – Integrating 3D Printing & 3D Visualisation Across Engineering and Medicine”

Time	Session	Details
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM	Inaugural Ceremony	Welcome by Convener, 3D Graphy Inaugural Address by Director, IIT Bombay Inaugural Address by Secretary, Ministry of Industries, Govt. of Maharashtra. Inaugural Address by Secretary, Ministry of Electronics & IT, Govt. of India Keynote: “India’s Transformation through 3D Printing & Digital Twin” 3D GEM Souvenir Release
11:00 AM – 11:15 AM	Tea Break & Networking	Meet speakers and exhibitors
11:15 AM – 12:30 PM	Plenary Session I: The Future of Additive Manufacturing & Visualisation	Overview of global 3D technology adoption across aerospace, medical, and industrial design. – Advances in metal and polymer 3D printing – Emerging biofabrication techniques – Digital twin integration with AI for predictive systems Speakers: Industry leaders & academic pioneers
12:30 PM – 1:15 PM	Technology Talk: 3D Materials & Machines	Deep dive into materials science – polymers, pellets, metal powders, wires, bioinks Advances in high-performance printers and hybrid systems
1:15 PM – 2:15 PM	Networking Lunch & Exhibition Visit	Explore 3D Printers, Bioprinters, Scanners, AR/VR devices, and materials
2:15 PM – 3:45 PM	Session II: 3D Printing for Engineering, Industry & Infrastructure	Case studies from Aerospace, Automotive, Energy, Agritech, Heavy Industry, Shipbuilding & Drones – Metal AM for lightweighting – DED and L-PBF systems – Sustainable manufacturing with recycled polymers – AR/VR-based maintenance & training
3:45 PM – 4:00 PM	Tea Break
4:00 PM – 5:15 PM	Session III: 3D Printing for Medicine & Healthcare Innovation	– 3D Bioprinting of tissues and scaffolds – 3D printed implants and prosthetics – 3D visualisation in surgical planning (AR/VR/MR) – Customised drug testing & pharma applications Speakers from hospitals, medtech firms, and biotech startups
5:15 PM – 6:00 PM	Panel Discussion: Convergence of Engineering & Medicine through 3D Technologies	Joint session with experts from manufacturing and medical domains discussing cross-sector collaboration, regulatory frameworks, and India’s innovation ecosystem.

DAY 2 – Friday, 29th May 2026

Theme: “Digital Twin, Simulation & Visualisation – Building the Intelligent Future”

Time	Session	Details
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM	Keynote Session: Extended Reality (XR) & Digital Twin in the Physical World	– AI-driven simulation environments – Digital twins in manufacturing & healthcare – Predictive maintenance and digital design validation – Immersive XR applications in surgery, training & industrial planning
11:00 AM – 11:15 AM	Tea Break
11:15 AM – 12:45 PM	Session IV: Simulation, Digital Twin & AI Integration	– Smart factories & remote operations – AI for design optimisation & defect prediction – Digital twins for real-time diagnostics and surgical rehearsal – Cross-industry integration: drones, robotics, and automated systems
12:45 PM – 1:30 PM	Industry Insight Talk: Software & Scanning Ecosystem	3D Scanners, Reverse Engineering, CAD/CAM, and Simulation Software Platforms – enabling precision from design to deployment
1:30 PM – 2:15 PM	Networking Lunch & Exhibition Visit	Explore 3D Printers, Bioprinters, Scanners, AR/VR devices, and materials
1:30 PM – 2:15 PM	Networking Lunch & Exhibition Visit	Hands-on demonstrations, product showcases
2:15 PM – 3:30 PM	Session V: Sustainable & Smart Manufacturing for Future Industries	– Role of AM in green manufacturing – Digital inventory & spare-part printing – Supply chain transformation through localised AM – Case examples from shipbuilding, energy, automotive
3:30 PM – 3:45 PM	Tea Break
3:45 PM – 5:00 PM	3D GEM Poster Presentation & Awards	Presentation of top abstracts from Engineering & Medical researchers Evaluation by expert panel & award announcements
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM	Valedictory Session & Closing Ceremony	Summary of proceedings, recognitions & felicitation Announcement of 7th edition of 3D GEM 2026 Vote of Thanks

Concurrent Highlights (Both Days)

3D GEM Poster Presentation : Poster presentation with 3D Printing and 3D Visualisation for students and industry.

Design Challenge : Competition for Design innovation with Design Thinking and using Generative Ai and DfAM.

National Grand Challenge : Promoting Indigenous 3D technology ( 3D printers, 3D Bioprinters, 3D Software, 3D printable materials, 3D Visualisation – AR, VR, MR, XR, Digital Twin and Ai assets.
3D Graphy Exhibition Zone: Latest 3D printers, bioprinters, scanners, materials & XR setups.

Live Demos: Metal printing, bioprinting, 3D scanning, AR/VR training modules.
Networking Pavilion: Collaboration opportunities between industry, academia, and medical institutions.
3D GEM Industrial and Medical Tour – Visit to the Engineering and Industrial Manufacturing Additive Manufacturing Centre and 3D Printing & 3D Visualisation Medical Centre.

Benefits of Attending as a Delegate :

Being a delegate usually means you’ve registered for the full conference experience — including sessions, access to talks, workshops, and deeper involvement in activities.

1. Structured Learning & Expert Insights

Delegates attend keynote sessions, talks, and panel discussions led by industry and academic leaders in 3D technology — covering areas like 3D printing, 3D simulation, 3D design, 3D medical modelling, AR/VR/MR and digital twin applications across sectors.

2. Technical Skills & Hands-On Workshops

Delegates will get demonstration zones that teach practical skills in:

3D modelling and scanning
Additive manufacturing processes (FDM, SLA, SLS, metal AM)
Digital scanning and visualisation
Product development workflows
This builds industry-ready expertise.

3. Participation in Competitions & Presentations

As a delegate you can:

Present in poster sessions
Join design and innovation challenges
This lets you showcase your own research or projects and gain recognition.

4. Networking with Key Stakeholders

Delegates get structured networking opportunities with:

Industry leaders
R&D professionals
Start-ups and innovators
Academic experts and recruiters
This can lead to collaborations, internships, partnerships, or job opportunities.

5. Official Documentation & Credentials

Delegate registration often includes:

Conference participation certificates
Access to exclusive sessions
Conference materials
These are valuable for academic or professional portfolios.

6. See Latest Technology in Action

You can visit the exhibition floor to:

Explore the newest 3D printers, 3D scanners, 3D software, 3D Printable materials
Experience demos in AR/VR and digital twin technologies
This is great if you’re an end-user, student, or curious professional.

7. Get Inspired & Informed

You can learn about how 3D technologies are applied in:

Engineering manufacturing
Medical and dental fields
Product design and research
This gives broad exposure even without deep involvement.

8. Discover Career or Collaboration Openings

Many organisations and start-ups attend looking for talent or partnerships. A visit could spark future opportunities.

9. Full Access to VIP Lounge, Exhibition, Awards ceremony and a digital copy of the 3D GEM Poster Presentation Abstract Handbook.

You get entry to:

Delegate will be offered food coupon for food and beverages.
VIP Lounge for meetings will be offered to delegates with a special coloured green pass for entry.
A digital copy of the 3D GEM Poster Presentation Abstract Handbook.
Exhibition booths showing cutting-edge solutions
Awards ceremonies recognising innovation
This is especially useful if you’re evaluating technology for purchase or research.

10. Visitors will also get all the above features only excluding the 9^th point mentioning the VIP lounge access, food coupons and the digital copy of the 3D GEM Poster Presentation Abstract Handbook which is only offered to Delegates.