This conference proceeding presents contributions to the 59th International Conference of Machine Design (ICMD 2018), organized by the University of Zilina, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Department of Design and Mechanical Elements. Discussing innovative solutions applied in engineering, the latest research and developments, and guidance on improving the quality of university teaching, it covers a range of topics, including:machine design and optimizationengineering analysistribology and nanotechnologyadditive technologieshydraulics and fluid mechanismsmodern materials and technologybiomechanicsbiomimicry; andinnovation