Automation & Control in Cyber‑Physical Networks:
From Industrial IoT to Space Communications
Satbayev University invites researchers, engineers, developers, and industry professionals to participate in ACPN-2026, held within the 17th International Conference on Emerging Ubiquitous Systems and Pervasive Networks (EUSPN 2026) in Almaty, Kazakhstan, to explore intelligent automation, Industrial IoT, satellite telemetry, resilient cyber-physical systems, and next-generation communication technologies.
ACPN-2026
International WorkshopAlmaty, Kazakhstan
Satbayev UniversityOct 28–30, 2026
EUSPN ConferenceElsevier Procedia
Scopus indexedWhere terrestrial automation meets aerospace connectivity
ACPN-2026 bridges Industrial IoT, intelligent control, satellite telemetry, and resilient cyber-physical networks. Join researchers and practitioners shaping the next generation of distributed automation and space‑ground integration.
Industrial IoT & CPS
Edge/fog computing, digital twins, SCADA/DCS, smart manufacturing, real‑time control loops, and distributed automation.
Space & Telecom
Satellite communication, telemetry, remote monitoring, space‑ground integration, deep‑space autonomy and command systems.
Security & Resilience
Cyber‑physical security, fault‑tolerant automation, data quality, latency‑aware control for safety‑critical infrastructures.
Workshop objectives
Bridge domains
Connect terrestrial automation, IIoT, wireless networks with aerospace and satellite control infrastructures.
Advanced control
Adaptive, robust, AI‑based, and nonlinear control for networked cyber-physical systems.
Applied solutions
Digital twins, gas‑pumping systems, power grids, autonomous aerospace, and next‑gen robotics.
Call for Papers — main topics
We invite theoretical, experimental, and industrial contributions in the following areas (non‑exhaustive).
Automation & Control Systems
Adaptive/robust/optimal control, distributed control, AI‑based decision, diagnostics, modeling & simulation of CPS.
Industrial IoT & Cyber‑Physical Systems
IIoT architectures, edge/fog/cloud, digital twins, SCADA/DCS, PLC, and distributed monitoring.
Telecom & Space Communications
Satellite comms, telemetry/command, integration of terrestrial/space networks, sensor networks for extreme environments.
Security, Reliability & AI
Privacy, fault tolerance, data quality, synchronization, real‑time processing, predictive maintenance.
Who should attend?
Researchers & Academics
Control theory, CPS, wireless communications.
IIoT & System Architects
Edge/cloud solutions, automation platforms.
Aerospace Specialists
Telemetry, satellite control, remote operations.
Industry Professionals
Digital twins, smart manufacturing, SCADA.
Important deadlines
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Paper Submission Deadline (extended) | June 30, 2026 |
| Notification of Acceptance | August 21, 2026 |
| Final Manuscript Due | September 18, 2026 |
| ACPN‑2026 Workshop | October 28–30, 2026 |
EUSPN-2026
17th International Conference on Emerging Ubiquitous Systems and Pervasive Networks. ACPN is a co‑located workshop in Almaty, Kazakhstan.
Full program: https://cs-conferences.acadiau.ca/euspn-26/paper-submission.html/
Paper submission & publication
All accepted papers will be published in Elsevier Procedia Computer Science (open access, Scopus indexed). At least one author must register and present the paper at the workshop.
Submission portal (via EUSPN)Use the official Elsevier Procedia template for your manuscript. Download the template (DOCX) below.
Papers must be 6–8 pages, strictly follow the formatting guidelines, and be submitted via EasyChair.
📩 Official Invitation
Dear colleague,
On behalf of the ACPN-2026 organizing committee, we cordially invite you to submit your recent research on automation, control, cyber‑physical networks, IIoT, and space communications. The workshop provides a unique cross‑domain forum linking terrestrial and space‑grade control systems. All accepted papers will be indexed by Scopus. We look forward to your contribution!
Extended deadline: June 30, 2026
For inquiries, contact the chief organizer.
Technical Program Committee (tentative)
Workshop organizers
General inquiries
Nurlan Sarsenbayev, PhD, Associate Professor
Satbayev University, Kazakhstan