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PAC RIM 2009: Symposia Information
The 8th Pacific Rim Conference on Ceramic and Glass Technology (PACRIM 8), is the eighth in a series of international conferences that provide a forum for the presentations and information exchange on the latest emerging ceramic and glass technologies.
The conference series began in 1993 and was last organized by
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Multi Scale Modeling and Simulation
Design, Modeling, and Simulation of Ceramic Interfaces Key advances in understanding the role of grain boundaries and interfaces in ceramics have led to the design of advanced ceramics for unique applications in energy, aerospace, nuclear, automotive, military and medical fields. This symposium will focus on the deliberate manipulation of grain boundary and interface structure and chemistry in order to optimize desired properties for ceramics and ceramic composites. Relevant papers will include both experimental approaches that demonstrate how to modify the grain boundary structure/orientation and/or grain boundary composition/stoichiometry during processing to obtain improved behavior and the use of simulation and computational modeling to predict how deliberate control of grain boundary chemistry and structure will enhance desired properties. Proposed Session Topics * High toughness and fracture resistant ceramics at room temperature * Corrosion resistant ceramics * Creep resistant ceramics at high temperatures * Enhanced grain boundary sliding and ductility in superplastic ceramics * Optical transmission in transparent ceramics * Enhanced thermal transport * Electronic conduction across/along grain boundaries for semiconductors, superconductors * Enhanced grain boundary ionic conductivity in electrolytes * Magnetism and colossal magnetoresistance * Materials with minimal dielectric loss Symposium Organizers Martha Mecartney, Omer van der Biest, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Catherine M. Bishop, John Drennan, Yuichi Ikuhara, Suk-Joong L. Kang, KAIST, Yung-Jen Lin, Xiuliang Ma, Jose S. Moya, Instituto de Ciencias de Materiales de Izabela Szlufarska, Suleyman Tekeli, Yanchun Zhou,
Point(s) of Contact Martha Mecartney Dept. of Chemical Engg. and Materials Science Tel: (949) 824-2919; E-mail: martham@uci.edu Back to Symposia List Computational Approaches in Materials Research and Design Computational material science has become a rapidly growing area that changed every aspect of material science and technology in the past decades. Recent progress in the computational methodologies has significantly enhanced the efficiency in understanding of fundamental phenomena, improvement of material performance, optimization of processing, and design of new materials and devices. To facilitate the understanding, optimizing the behavior of ceramics and designing new materials with controlled properties, this symposium will focus on the computational approaches in research and design of ceramics. A broad perspective is desired including prediction of complex crystal structure and phase stability, optimization of electrical, optical and mechanical properties, modeling of defects and related properties, design of materials and components at different length scales, application of novel computational methods for processing. Proposed Session Topics * Computer simulation/prediction of crystal and electronic structure * Computer simulation of phase diagrams and phase stability * Modeling of defects and related properties * Optimization of electrical, optical and mechanical properties * Improvement of the performance of ceramics and composites * Design of new ceramics * Application of novel computational methods for processing Symposium Organizers Yanchun Zhou, Isao Tanaka, Wai-Yim Ching, University of Missouri-Kansas City, Denis Music, Point(s) of Contact Yanchun Zhou Chinese Tel: +86-24-23971765; E-mail: yczhou@imr.ac.cn Isao Tanaka Innovative Processing and Manufacturing Symposium 3: Novel, Green, and Strategic Processing and Manufacturing Technologies The properties and performance of materials largely depend on their processing and manufacturing routes. Recently developed new processing and manufacturing technologies of ceramic materials and systems give us unique properties which cannot be achieved from the conventional routes. On the other hand, we should take into account at least two critical issues in making materials and products. One is that the technologies are “green” or environmentally benign so as to avoid generation of elements and compounds hazardous to the human health and environments and to protect the global environment by preserving energy during the fabrication. The other is that they are “strategic” or using no or less quantity of rare natural resources for stable production. Keeping these aspects in view, the aim of this symposium is to discuss advances in processing and manufacturing technologies for a wide variety of ceramic materials. Proposed Session Topics * Green manufacturing; global environmental issues and standards * Alternative manufacturing processes with lower environmental burden * Nanotechnology for environmental remediation and protection * Energy efficient processing * Education and learning in sustainable materials processing * Ecological binder and slurry technologies * Strategic materials: processing and manufacturing technologies * Alternatives for rare metals and materials * Room/low-temperature synthesis * Aqueous synthesis and processing, colloidal processing * Rapid prototyping, patterning, templates and self assembly * Large scale/complicated shape processing * Advanced composite manufacturing technologies, hybrid processes Symposium Organizers Tatsuki Ohji, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST), Juergen G. Heinrich, Clausthal Dongliang Jiang, Shanghai Institute of Ceramics, Takashi Goto, Richard D. Sisson, Jr., Worcester Polytechnic Institute, USA Junichi Tatami, Point(s) of Contact Tatsuki Ohji National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST), Tel: +81-(0)52-736-7096; E-mail: t-ohji@aist.go.jp Back to Symposia List Symposium 4: Polymer Derived Ceramics and Composites Preceramic polymers were proposed over 30 years ago as precursors for the powderless fabrication of mainly Si-based advanced ceramics. Their use enabled significant technological breakthroughs in ceramic science and technology, such as the development of ceramic fibers and ceramic materials stable to ultra-high temperatures (>2000°C). In recent years, several advances have taken place in the field. In particular, novel insights into their structure at the nanoscale level has contributed to the understanding of some of the many useful and unique characteristics of Polymer-Derived-Ceramics (PDCs), such as high chemical durability, high oxidation stability, high creep resistance, high temperature viscoelasticity and semiconductivity. This symposium will focus on the characterization of the microstructure of these ceramics at the nanometric level, the determination of specific properties, and novel processing techniques applied to both shape different components and convert them into ceramic products. A particular emphasis will be placed on the application of these materials in various engineering fields. Proposed Session Topics * Synthesis of novel preceramic polymers * Investigation of the nanostructure of Polymer-Derived-Ceramics * Characterization of various properties * Advanced and innovative polymer-to-ceramic conversion methods * Advanced and innovative fabrication processes * Polymer Derived Ceramic Matrix Composites * Advances in high performance ceramic fibers * Application of PDCs in various engineering fields Symposium Organizers Paolo Colombo, Gian Domenico Sorarù, Ralf Riedel, Rishi Raj, Raj Bordia, Yuji Iwamoto, Nagoya Institute of Dong-Pyo Kim, Ya-Li Li, Point(s) of Contact Paolo Colombo, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Phone: +39-049-827-5825; E-mail: paolo.colombo@unipd.it Rishi Raj, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Phone: (303)-492-1029; E-mail: Rishi.Raj@colorado.edu Back to Symposia List Symposium 5: Advanced Powder Processing and Manufacturing Technologies In order to simultaneously attain high-performance and to improve the manufacturing processes in advanced ceramics, recent research activities have been progressively focusing on "Powder Synthesis and Its Related Processing Technology before Firing/Sintering". This symposium is principally aimed at achieving a better understanding of the fundamentals and industrial applicability of the advanced powder processing. It is also intended to present a cross-section of the state-of-the-art regarding production, properties and applications of powder-processed materials. Contributions are solicited in, but not limited to the following areas. Proposed Session Topics * Powder synthesis and characterization * Powder coating technology * Aqueous synthesis and processing * Colloidal processing * Binder and slurry technology * Novel forming/ sintering technology * Patterning, templates and self assembly * Micro/macrostructure control in Powder Processing * Processing of large and complicated shaped components Symposium Organizers George V. Franks, Jianfeng Yang, Guo-Jun Zhang, Shanghai Institute of Yoshio Sakka, National Institute for Junichi Tatami, Satoshi Tanaka, Nagaoka Hae Jin Hwang, Lennart Bergstrom, Christopher B Diantonio, Sandia National Laboratories, Yuji Hotta, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST), Point(s) of Contact Koji Watari National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST), Tel: (+81)-52-736-7153; E-mail: koji-watari@aist.go.jp Back to Symposia List Symposium 6: Synthesis and Processing of Materials by the Spark Plasma Method The recent phenomenal increase in the application of the Spark Plasma Sintering (SPS) method has prompted significant interest in this method, both for fundamental and application-oriented reasons. Two previous Symposia on SPS were held in conjunction with past Pac Rim meetings, in Hawaii and China. The success of these symposia provided evidence of the continued worldwide growth of research and development activities in this field.
This symposium is aimed at providing a forum for scientists and engineers to present and discuss results of various observations on a wide variety of topics related to the SPS method. Papers covering both experimental as well as modeling studies on the use of this method are solicited. Proposed Session Topics * Fundamental Investigations on the SPS Process * Modeling and Simulation Studies of the SPS Process * Consolidation of Nano-structured Materials * Property Evaluation of Pulsed Electric Current Sintered Materials Symposium Organizers Zuhair A. Munir, Manshi Ohyanagi, Enrique J. Lavernia, Masao Tokita, SPS SYNTEX INC, Javier E. Garay, Point(s) of Contact Zuhair A. Munir Dept. of Chemical Engg. and Materials Science Tel: (530) 752-4058; E-mail: zamunir@ucdavis.edu Back to Symposia List Nanotechnology and Structural Ceramics Symposium 7: Nanostructured Materials and Systems This symposium will focus on the recent developments in the basic understanding and technological development related to synthesis, processing, organization and device applications of nanostructured materials. Special emphasis will be placed on structure-property correlations, design and control of (micro) structure, and engineering of surface and grain boundaries at nanometer length scales. Potential of nanomaterials in bio-medical, magnetic, optical and sensing applications and fabrication of device architectures and integration of functional nanostructures (nanowires and nanotubes) is highly desired.
This symposium also aims to discuss nanomaterials-based devices and technologies useful and essential for energy storage, conversion, and generation applications. Special emphasis will be given to the participation of young scientists presenting top achievements. Following topics are of direct relevance: Proposed Session Topics * Synthesis, Functionalization, Processing and Assembly of Nanostructures * Nanostructured Membranes, Films, Coatings * Nanoporous Materials * Nanotubes, Nanorods, Nanowires and Composite 1D Architectures * Hybrid Nanomaterials and Nano-reinforced Composites * Processing-Property Relationships in Nanoscaled Ceramics and Composites * Molecular and Multi-scale Modelling of Nanocomposite Systems * Bio-active Nanomaterials * Nanodevices: Fabrication, Characterization and large-scale integration * Industrial Development and Applications of Nanomaterials Symposium Organizers S. Mathur, L. Vayssieres, National Institute of Materials Science, J. P. Morante, S. Islam, C. Fan, SINAP, Chinese X. Sun, L.M. Manocha, Point(s) of Contact Sanjay Mathur, Tel: +49 221 470 2292; E-mail: sanjay.mathur@uni-koeln.de Back to Symposia List Symposium 8: Engineering Ceramics and Ceramic Matrix Composites: Design, Development, and Applications Advanced ceramic and composite materials offer unique properties that have the potential to fulfill the demanding materials needs in applications such as aerospace, automotive, energy, and microelectronics. Globally, significant progress has been made in the development of ceramics and composites. However, challenges remain in increasing their applications. The purpose of this symposium is to provide a forum to the scientists and engineers from around the world to present and discuss recent advances in the area of ceramic and composites. This symposium will address the range of topics listed below: Proposed Session Topics * Oxides and Non-oxide Ceramics and Composites * Ultra High Temperature Ceramics and Composites * Fibers, Matrices, and Interfaces * Processing-Microstructure-Property Relationships * Residual Stresses and Environmental Effects * Mechanics & Characterization Techniques * Mechanical Behavior * Design, Reliability, and Life Prediction Modeling * NDE, Joining, and Machining Technologies * Databases and Standards * Functionally Graded Materials and Systems with Multi-functional Properties * Applications in Aeronautics, Space, Automotive, Microelectronics, Energy and Environmental Systems Symposium Organizers Dileep Singh, Argonne National Laboratory, S. Jill Glass, Sandia National Laboratories, Sylvia M. Johnson, Litong Zhang, Northwestern Polytechnical University, USA Ron Kerans, Air Force Research Laboratory, Walter Krenkel, Laifei Cheng, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xian, R.T. Raj Tandon, Sandia National Laboratories, V.K.Srivastava, Point(s) of Contact Dileep Singh, Argonne National Laboratory S. Jill Glass, Sandia National Laboratories, Tel. (505) 845-8050 sjglass@sandia.gov Back to Symposia List Symposium 9: Advanced Ceramic Coatings: Processing, Properties, and Applications This symposium focuses on recent advances in ceramic coatings development, evaluation of microstructures and properties, and novel coatings applications. Particular emphasis is place on integrated structural properties, environmental properties and functionality through innovative coating processing; composition and architecture optimization; and life prediction modeling. Proposed Session Topics * Thermal and environmental barrier coatings * Tribological, wear- and erosion-resistant coatings * Corrosion protective coatings * Smart and catalytic coatings * Dielectric and optical coatings * Embedded sensors * Hybrid coatings and new processing methods * Coatings design methodologies * Multifunctional and nano-structured coating systems * Interfacial phenomena in coatings and composite systems * Advanced testing and non-destructive evaluation * Micro-mechanics modeling and coatings life prediction Symposium Organizers Yutaka Kagawa, Nitin P. Padture, The Yoshinori Koga, Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST), Japan Peter Mechnich, Professor Kevin Plucknett, Professor Kwang Ho Kim, Shaoming Dong, Shanghai Institute of Ceramics, CAS, P. R. China Jow-Lay Huang, Qi Yang, National Research Council (NRC), Point(s) of Contact Dongming Zhu, Tel: (216) 433-5422; e-mail: Dongming.Zhu@nasa.gov Back to Symposia List Symposium 10: Geopolymers - Low Energy and Environmentally Friendly Ceramics Geopolymers are inorganic polymers formed from naturally occurring aluminosilicates by reaction with concentrated alkali solutions at near ambient temperatures. Their overall durability is borne out by the fact that these materials have been used in ancient Roman cements which have survived to the present day. Recent research has revealed the versatility of these materials for many applications, such as fire resistant panels, acid and brine resistant materials, biomaterials, electronic materials, materials for immobilizing/encapsulation of hazardous metal ions and low and intermediate level nuclear waste. They can be used in construction applications where ceramics and Portland cement are used. In fact the potential to produce new materials with applications even not thought of at present is enormous. In this symposium some of these new developments will be examined and explored. Proposed Session Topics * Synthesis and properties of novel geopolymers * Sintering kinetics and aluminosilicate precursors * Processing of geopolymers including heat-treatment * Microstructure and Mechanical properties * Application of spectroscopic techniques for advanced study * Applications where ceramics and cement are currently used * New applications * Encapsulation and Hazardous Waste Immobilization Symposium Organizers Dan Perera, ANSTO, Waltraud M. Kriven, Ken Kyoshi Okada, Tokyo Institute of Technology, Wanchai Yodsudjai, Tomas Hanzlicek, Point(s) of Contact D. S. Perera, ANSTO, W. M. Kriven, University of Illinois-Urbana Champaign, USA Tel: (217) 333- 5258; E-mail: kriven@uiuc.edu K. J. D. MacKenzie, Tel: +64 4 463 5885; E-mail: Kenneth.MacKenzie@vuw.ac.nz Back to Symposia List Multifunctional Materials and Systems Symposium 11: Advances in Electroceramics Electronic ceramics have been used in a wide variety of modern electronic circuits and have seen tremendous growth worldwide over the last few decades. Properties of electronic ceramics include dielectricity, ferroelectricity, piezoelectricity, several transport properties of electrons & ions, and magnetic and optical properties. These properties are enabling electroceramics for a number of demanding applications in electronic devices for communications, automobiles, modern mechatronics and bio-technologies. Most of these applications require high performance and reliabile materials. However, significant scientific and technical challenges still remain for understanding fundamental aspects of materials, improving processing technologies and material properties to meet the demands in applications. The purpose of this symposium is to provide an international forum for scientists, engineers, and technologists to discuss and exchange ideas in fundamental theories, processing technologies, property evaluations and applications of a wide variety of electronic ceramics. This symposium will bring together scientists, engineers, research staff and students from universities, research institutes and related industrial companies, active in the field of electronic ceramics. * Fundamental and Processing of Electronic Ceramics and Oxide Thin Films * Dielectric Materials and Applications (MLCCs and Microwave Dielectrics) * Piezoelectric Materials and Applications (Single crystals, PZT-based system, Lead-free system, Sensors and Actuators) * Ferroelectric Thin Film Memories * Fundamental of Multi-ferroic Materials and Their Applications * Optical Properties of Ceramics and Their Applications * Passive Components and Integration Technology (MLCI and LTCC) * Electrically or Magnetically Tunable Devices Symposium Organizers Jun Akedo, National Institute of Advance Industrial Science & Technology, Takaaki Tsurumi, Tokyo Institute of Zuo-Guang Ye, Hong Wang, Yonh Soo Cho, Marija Kosec, Jožef Stefan Institute, Point(s) of Contact Jun Akedo, National Institute of Advance Industrial Science & Technology, Tel: +81-29-861-7228; E-mail: akedo-j@aist.go.jp
Microwave Materials and Their Applications Microwave and millimeterwave materials designed for wireless communications have been a booming area of growth recently. The latest communication technologies with highly intelligent devices are being applied in mobile multimedia systems, ultrahigh speed wireless local area network (LAN) and intelligent transport systems (ITS) etc. For a new ubiquitous computer age, therefore, the superior performance microwave and millimeterwave materials and devices are required. This symposium provides a forum for the worldwide microwave community to discuss such topics as materials development, design, measurement techniques, applications, technology trends, and market demands.
Proposed Session Topics * Ceramic materials and technology for microwave frequency devices * Microwave material properties based on the microstructure and atomic arrangements * Microwave resonators: new materials and technologies * Tunable electronics for microwave operation * Meta-materials and photonic crystals for microwave devices * Modeling, simulation, and measurement issues * Novel processing technologies and chemical powder/nano-powder synthesis * Low-temperature co-fired ceramics (LTCC) * New film materials and integration technologies * Microwave packaging and ceramic interconnect issues Symposium Organizers Robert Freer, Danilo Suvorov, Jozef Stefan Institute, Heli Jantunen, Xiang Ming Chen, Eung Soo Kim, Mailadil T. Sebastian, National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Igor Levin, National Institute of Standards & Technology, USA Michael T. Lanagan, Takeshi Shimada, Hitachi Metals, Ltd., Hitoshi Ohsato, Nagoya Institute of Point(s) of Contact Hitoshi Ohsato, Nagoya Institute of Back to Symposia List Advanced Thermal Management Materials and Technologies Due to increased performance in a wide range of engineered products ranging from computer processors to advanced aerospace vehicles, there is a critical need for improved thermal management systems for transferring heat. The required enhancements include increased thermal conductivity, increased surface area, reduced weight/volume, as well as operability in harsh environments (e.g., durability under high flow rates, vibrations, stress, elevated temperatures, and oxidative environments). For example, improved thermal management is needed to increase the power density of electronics and more effectively cool electronic enclosures that are envisioned for future aircraft, spacecraft and surface ships. Typically, heat exchangers must increase in size in order to more effectively dissipate any increased heat loads. This is impossible in many cases, thus new materials and concepts for heat exchanger cores/systems are required. Another high profile application involves thermal protection systems (TPS) for aerospace vehicles (e.g., the reinforced carbon composite leading edge of the Space Shuttle). Future TPS systems will include a systematic approach where a temperature resistant, durable exterior composite skin is coupled with a combination of conductive and insulating core materials both of which will need to be capable of withstanding extreme environments.
The aim of this symposium is to discuss and highlight new materials and the associated technologies related to thermal management. Examples of these new enabling technologies include advanced materials such as high conductivity/large surface area core materials (e.g., graphite foams); light weight ultra-high conductivity sheet materials that perform structurally (e.g., 2D carbon/carbon or ceramic composites) or as heat sinks/spreaders (e.g., natural graphite/epoxy materials); insulating core materials (e.g., ceramic aerogels); and lastly, a slew of technologies that are required for system implementation. * Design, development, and testing of aerospace thermal protection systems (TPS) * Advanced composites for thermal protection systems (e.g., carbon/carbon and ceramic matrix composites, ablative materials, etc.) * Harsh environment, light weight insulating materials (aerogels, foams, etc) * Light weight, high conductivity materials for thermal management (graphite and diamond, carbon and metallic foams, C/C and CNT composites, Al/SiC, BeO, Cu-based systems, etc.) * Design, development, and testing of advanced heat exchangers, recuperators, etc. * Bonding and integration technologies, thermal contact materials * Nondestructive evaluation, quality assessment, structural health monitoring, sensors, etc.
Symposium Organizers Andrew L. Gyekenyesi, Ohio Aerospace Institute (OAI), J. Douglas Kiser, Sylvia M. Johnson, Rajiv Asthana, Ajit K. Roy, Air Force Research Laboratory, Tatsuki Ohji, AIST, Tel: (216) 433-8155; E-mail: Andrew.L.Gyekenyesi@grc.nasa.gov Rajiv Asthana, University of Wisconsin-Stout, Tel: (715) 232-2152; E-mail: asthanar@uwstout.edu
Ceramics for Energy and Environment Solid Oxide Fuel Cells and Hydrogen Technology Solid oxide fuel cells (SOFC) are generally considered to be a promising future electricity-generation technology due to their high electrical efficiency and multi-fuel capability (hydrogen, carbon monoxide, methane, etc.). Recent developments in engineered electrode architectures, component materials chemistry, cell and stack designs, and fabrication processes have led to significant improvements in the electrical performance and performance stability as well as reduction in the operating temperature of such cells. Nevertheless, their development still faces various problems with high-temperature materials, design of cost-effective materials and manufacturing processes, and efficient plant design.
Hydrogen economy, as an emerging energy alternative, relies on development of novel materials to realize the promise and expectation for a cleaner environment. Material needs and technologies in the areas of hydrogen production, storage, delivery and safety will be addressed in conjunction with hydrogen-based alternative energy sources. Papers are solicited on all aspects of SOFCs and materials for hydrogen energy. Proposed Session Topics * Oxygen ion, proton and mixed conductors; conduction mechanisms, materials limitations * Electrode materials and microstructural engineering; ceramic and metallic interconnects; degradation mechanisms * Sealing materials, compatibility and designs * Mechanical and thermal properties * Reliability and degradation, stability of cells and stacks * Electrochemical performance, modeling, cell and stack designs * Utilization of different fuels with or without reformation * Prototype SOFC systems, field test experience, cost, and commercialization plans * Materials and technologies for hydrogen production, storage, transportation and safety Symposium Organizers Masanobu Awano, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and John Kilner, Mogens Mogensen, Risoe National Jooho Moon, Wen-Cheng Wei, Masanobu Awano, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology,
Direct Thermal to Electrical Energy Conversion Materials and Applications Recently, there have been significant advances in direct thermal-to-electrical energy conversion materials. This symposium will highlight a combination of new theoretical ideas, new materials and new device concepts. It will focus on novel materials, various processing and synthesis methods along with technologies and applications related to direct thermal-to-electric energy conversion, specifically: thermoelectrics (TE), thermionics, and thermophotovoltaics. Thermal, electrical and mechanical properties of new materials and the processing of those materials into device structures will be emphasized. The symposium also intends to highlight material & device-design innovations that lead to higher efficiency thermal to electric energy conversion technologies. Theoretical studies of transport properties, band structure and crystal chemistry of materials, thermodynamic analysis and energy transfer will also be included. Experimental efforts will include new capabilities in solid-state synthesis, new bulk materials, thin films, superlattices and nanostructured materials. We plan to hold joint sessions with the SPS symposium in order to further explore the potential of this processing technique. New developments in material property and device performance measurements will also be highlighted. Proposed Session Topics * Oxides and Other Materials With Strong Electron Correlation * Theoretical Guidance to High Efficiency Thermoelectric Energy Conversion * New & Emerging Technologies for TE Power Conversion * High Efficiency Bulk TE Materials * Composite and Nano-Composite Thermoelectrics * Functionally Graded Materials * Thermoelectrics Related to Harvesting Solar Energy * Thermophotovoltaics and Other Related Topics * Low Dimensional Aspects of TE Materials |
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