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The 9th International
Meeting of Pacific Rim
Ceramic Societies
www.materialsaustralia.com.au/pacrim9
10-14 July 2011
Cairns Convention Centre
Call for Papers
Submission Deadline 15th December 2010
Brought to you by The Australian Ceramic Society & Materials Australia
GENERAL INFORMATION
This is the second time the Australian Ceramic Society has hosted this truly international meeting and networking
event. Once more it will be held at the multi-award winning Cairns Convention Centre in far north Queensland,
"Where the rainforest meets the reef". The first in the series of PacRim conferences on Ceramic and Glass Tech-
nology was hosted by the American Ceramics Society in Hawaii in 1993. Since then it has been hosted by a
number of ceramic societies around the Pacific Rim. We are pleased to announce that PacRim9 incorporates
both AUSTCERAM 2011, the biennial meeting of the Australian Ceramic Society and AFPG-9 "The 9th Meeting on
Advances in the Fusion Processing of Glass". A total of 31 Symposia on the current status of ceramic and glass
technology.
ORGANISING COMMITTEE
Conference Chair: Dr Philip Walls, Hitechmaterials Pty Ltd.
Technical Program Chairs:
Professor Yi-Bing Cheng, Monash University, Victoria
Dr Lou Vance, ANSTO
Dr Dan Perera, University of New South Wales
Committee Members:
Dr. Melody Carter, ACS
Dr. Cameron Chai, AZoM.com
INTERNATIONAL ADVISORY BOARD
Australia Prof Bessim Ben Nissan,
Prof Barry Muddle,
Dr Richard Hannink,
Prof Simon Ringer,
Prof Mike Swain,
Brazil Mr Leonardo Ferreirra,
China Professor Dongliang Jiang,
Prof. Hongjie Luo,
Italy Dr Fabio Nicoletti,
Japan Prof Koichi Niihara,
Dr Kumar Jata,
Prof Teruo Kishi,
Korea Dr Kyong-Sop Han,
Prof Soo Wohn Lee,
Mexico Prof Leticia M. Torres,
New Zealand Dr Ian W M Brown,
Taiwan Professor Jow-Lay Huang,
Professor Wen-Cheng Wei,
Turkey Prof Hasan Mandal,
USA Mr. Edwin R Fuller Jr.,
Prof Gary Messing,
Prof David Pye,
REGISTRATION*
Early Bird Registration Ends: 30th March 2011
Before 30th March 2011:
Full Registration A$900
ACS Member A$850
Student A$450
After 30th March 2011:
Full Registration A$975
ACS Member A$900
Student A$500
*Registration includes admission to symposia,
welcome reception, banquet and coffee
breaks.
Day Registration A$400
Become a Member of the ACS A$50
ABSTRACT DATES
Submission Deadline 15th December 2010
Acceptance Date 1st February 2011
CONTACT
Email: [email protected]
Materials Australia
Tel: +61 3 93267266 Fax: +61 3 93267272
Hussein Hamka:
PLENARY TALKS Prof. Neil Alford
FREng, Head, Department of Materials Science, Imperial College, UK
“The Quest for Q – Dielectric Loss, Grain Boundaries and New Super-Q Structures”
____________________________________________________________________________ Prof. Paul Ducheyne
Center for Bioactive Materials and Tissue Engineering, University of Pennsylvania, USA.
“Bioceramics: Merging Materials Science with Biology”
______________________________________________________________________________
Dr James McCauley
Chief Scientist and ARL Fellow, Army Research Laboratory, USA.
“Influence of Defects and Quasi-plasticity on Dynamic Impact of Structural Materials”
_______________________________________________________________
Prof. Kiyoshi Okada
Head of Materials and Structural Lab, Tokyo Institute of Technology, Japan.
“Porous Ceramics Effective for Energy Saving Applications”
________________________________________________________________________
Prof. Giorgio Sberveglieri
Director, Department of Chemistry and Physics, University of Brescia, Italy.
“Nanoscience and Nanotechnology of Metal Oxides for Gas Sensing”
_______________________________________________________________________
Dr. Mrityunjay Singh
Chief Scientist, Ohio Aerospace Institute, NASA Glenn Research Center, USA.
“Ceramic Integration Technologies for Advanced Energy and Environmental Systems: Critical Needs, Technical Challenges,
and Opportunities”
_______________________________________________________________________ Prof. Enrico Traversa
Leader, Fuel Cell Nanomaterials Group, National Institute for Materials Science, Japan. [email protected]
“Towards the Miniaturization of Solid Oxide Fuel Cells”
SYMPOSIA 1: Biomaterials
2: Nanostructured Materials for Energy Applications
3: Advanced Ceramics for Energy-based Applications
4: Ceramics for Next Generation Nuclear Energy Systems
5: Fuel Cells
6: Solar Cells
7: Recent Advances in High-Temperature Superconductivity
8: Functional Materials and Piezoelectrics
9: Film Processing Science and Technology
10: Ferroelectrics, Relaxors and Multiferroics
11: Microwave Ceramics and Wireless Technologies
12: Solid State Lighting
13: Photocatalytic Materials
14: High Surface Area Materials for Separation and Storage
15: Materials and Powder Processing
16: Spark Plasma Sintering
17: Microwave & Radio Frequency Materials Processing
18: Mullite and Mullite-Type Ceramics
19: Surface Engineering
20: Ceramic Armour
21: Wear and Friction of Ceramics and Composites
22: Structure, Properties and Photonic Applications of Glasses
23: Ceramic Matrix Composites: Design, Development, and Applications
24: Geopolymers and other Inorganic Polymers
25: Computer Design and Modelling
26: Non-oxide based ceramics
27: Oxide-based ceramics
28: Traditional/Ancient ceramics
29: Materials for Extreme environments
30: Cementitious Materials
31: Hazardous and Nuclear Waste
TECHNICAL PROGRAM
Symposium 1: Biomaterials
Organising Committee:
Aldo R. Boccaccini, University of Erlangen-Nuremberg, Germany (Chair): [email protected]. Min
Wang, University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Mike Swain, University of Sydney, Australia. Besim Ben Nissan, Univer-
sity of Technology, Australia. T. Kasuga, Nagoya Institute of Technology, Japan. M. K. Khor, Nanyang Technologi-
cal University, Singapore.
Synopsis:
In this symposium the following topics will be covered but not limited to them: Bioceramics in orthopaedics and
dentistry, Tissue engineering scaffolds, Bioactive coatings and interfaces, Nano-ceramics in biomedical applica-
tions, Degradable bioceramics, Bioceramics in drug delivery applications, Biopolymer-ceramic composites, Sur-
face reactive materials, Bioactive glasses and glass-ceramics, Calcium phosphates and bioactive ceramics,
Biomimetic materials, Hybrid biomaterials.
Symposium 2: Nanostructured Materials for Energy Applications
Organising Committee:
Sanjay Mathur, University of Cologne, Germany (Chair) sanjay. [email protected]. Dongliang Jiang, Shanghai
Institute of Ceramics, China. Suprakas Ray, Centre for Nanostructured Materials, CSIR, South Africa. Dileep Singh,
Argonne National Laboratory, USA. Yasuhiro Tachibana, RMIT, Australia. Lionel Vayssieres, National Institute of
Materials Science, Japan. Giorgio Sberveglieri, University of Brescia, Italy. Juan Ramón Morante, IREC, Spain. Saif
Islam, University of California, Davis, USA. Bodh Raj Mehta, IIT, India. Hao Shen, University of Cologne, Germany.
Synopsis:
This symposium will focus on the recent breakthroughs in the advanced understanding and technological devel-
opment of nanostructured materials related to global challenges namely energy, environment and health. Espe-
cial emphasis will be given to innovative processing of nanomaterials, new device concepts and technologies
useful and essential for energy storage, conversion, and exemplifying their generation applications. The major
objective is to promote international partnership and collaboration among world leaders in the field of materials
for energy challenges. Contributions devoted to structure-property correlations, design and control of micro-
structure, engineering of surface and grain boundaries at nanometer length scales as well as those dealing with
fabrication of device architectures and integration of functional nanostructures for energy applications are
highly desired.
Symposium topics include - Functional Nanomaterials: Synthesis, Processing and Assembly; Nanomaterials for
Energy Production, Storage and Conversion; Nanomaterials for Environmental Applications, Oxidation of Water;
Nanomaterials for Bioengineering, Biomedical and Health Care Applications; Nanodevices: Sensors, Batteries,
Photovoltaics and Fuel Cells; Molecular and Multi-scale Modelling of Nanostructure-based Materials & Systems;
Industrial Development and Applications of Nanomaterials.
Symposium 3: Advanced Ceramics for Energy-based Applications
Organising Committee:
Hua-Tay Lin, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, TN, USA (Chair): [email protected]. Franziska Scheffler, Otto-von-Guericke
University Magdeburg, Germany. Tohru Sekino, Tohoku University, Japan. Zhong Lin Wang, Georgia Institute of
Technology, USA. Rong-Jun Xie, National Institute for Materials Science, Japan. Kuan-Zong Fung, National Cheng
Kung University, Taiwan. Hai-Doo Kim, Korea Institute of Materials Science, Korea. Laifei Cheng, Northwestern Poly-
technical University, China
Synopsis:
In this symposium the following topics will be covered but not limited to them: Thermoelectric Materials for Energy
Harvesting, Materials for Thermionic and Thermovoltaic Applications, Materials of Capacitive Energy Storage
(Supercapacitors), Materials for Solar-Thermal Applications, Novel Design and Strategies for Energy Storage, Smart
Materials Design Through Theory and Modeling, Ceramics and Composites for Stationary and Distributed Power
Generation Systems, Ceramics for Wind Energy Components Applications.
Symposium 4: Ceramics for Next Generation Nuclear Energy Systems
Organising Committee:
Akira Kohyama, Institute of Advanced Energy, Kyoto University, Japan. (Chair):[email protected]. Alex
Cozzi, Savannah River National Laboratory, USA. Aldo R. Boccaccini, Imperial College London, United Kingdom.
Shaoming Dong, Shanghai Institute of Ceramics, China. Monica Ferraris, Politecnico di Torino, Italy. Hans
Hegeman, NRG Petten, The Netherlands. J. S. Park, IEST Co. Ltd., Japan. Fumihisa Kano, Toshiba Corporation,
Japan. Yutaka Kohno, Muroran Institute of Technology, Japan. Jacques Lamon, University of Bordeaux, France.
Charles Lewinsohn, Ceramatec, Inc., USA. Ji Yeon Park, Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute, Korea.
Kazuhiro Sawa, Japan Atomic Energy Agency, Japan. Lance Snead, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, USA.
Toyohiko Yano, Tokyo Institute of Technology, Japan. Yutai Katoh, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, USA.
Synopsis:
To make the next generation nuclear energy systems, including fusion reactor systems, very attractive as
potential major energy suppliers for the coming sustainable society, advanced ceramics and ceramic matrix
composites are becoming the key materials. Representing attractiveness by ceramics materials are (1) to allow
higher thermal efficiency by pushing the operating temperature window and (2) to allow utilization for process
heat, such as hydrogen production, oil extraction and bio-waste management. Moreover, the use of these
materials mitigates long-term waste disposal due to low-(radiation induced)-activation. This symposium discusses
the current state-of-the-art including processing, fundamental materials science issues, and practical aspects of
their deployment.
Processing, properties and testing of classic and the current ceramic materials need to be expanded to meet
the future needs of the nuclear industries. Additionally, current environmental regulations require treatment and
stabilization of many hazardous constituents resulting from industrial processes.
These regulations are expected to become more stringent in the future and will require stabilization processes
and waste forms. The proposed session topics include: Material Design, Synthesis, and Characterization,
Radiation Effects, Functional Properties, Environmental Effects Other than Irradiation, Stress, Operating
Temperature, and Lifetime-Limiting Issues, Test Standards and Design Codes, System Design and Analysis for
Ceramic Structures, Joining and Coating, Industrialization of Advanced Ceramic Materials, Status of National
and International Programs.
Symposium 5: Fuel Cells
Organising Committee:
Yue Zhao (Chair) [email protected] and Jung Ho Kim, Institute for Superconducting & Electronic Materials/ Engi-
neering Materials Institute, University of Wollongong, Australia. Xiang Dong Yao Queensland Micro and
Nanotechnology Centre, Griffth University, Australia.
Synopsis:
The symposium provides attendees an opportunity of broad idea exchange on current fuel cell-related research
and industrial development. The topics include: fuel cell electrode materials and macrostructural engineering;
cell modelling, stack design, and electrochemical performance; oxygen ion, proton and mixed conductors;
conduction mechanisms; sealing materials and design, and hydrogen storage and handling. With the increasing
global concern on carbon emission and alternative energy, the solar cell symposium is expected to attract in-
tensive attention from scientists, engineers, technologists and students from a variety of community of materials,
electrochemistry, electronics, and manufacture industry.
Symposium 6: Solar Cells
Organising Committee:
Prof. Peter Majewski, University of South Australia. (Chair): [email protected]
More information to follow
Symposium 7: Recent Advances in High-Temperature Superconductivity
Organising Committee:
Sang-Im Yoo, Seoul National University, Korea. (Chair): [email protected]. Kaname Matsumoto, Kyushu Institute of
Technology, Japan. S X Dou, University of Wollongong, Japan
Synopsis:
The proposed session topics include: Coated conductors, MgB2 Wires, Pnictides, Flux Pinning.
Symposium 8: Functional Materials and Piezoelectrics
Organising Committee:
Symposium co-chairs: Professor Jim Williams, Director, Research School of Physics and Engineering,
Australian National University, Canberra 0200, ACT, [email protected]; Professor Mark Hoffman,
Head, Department of Materials Engineering, University of New South Wales, Kensington, NSW, Australia
[email protected]; Dr Heike Ebendorff-Heidepriem, Centre of Expertise in Photonics,
University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA, Australia [email protected]; Professor Jae-Shin Lee,
Materials Science and Engineering, Ulsan University, Ulsan, South Korea [email protected]; Professor Wen Chen,
Director, Hubei Optoelectronics Society, Wuhan University of Technology, Wuhan, China [email protected]
Synopsis:
This symposium will focus on fundamental studies in, and applications of, functional ceramics. Specific topics for
the symposium include:
Functional ceramics, composites and glassy materials for engineering applications. Thin/thick film (ceramic-
based) technologies and applications, Optimisation and processing of functional ceramics for specific applica-
tions, Dielectrics, ferroelectrics, and piezoelectric materials, Ceramics for microwave and wireless
(communications) technologies, Materials for solid state ionics, Photocatalytic materials,Materials for optical fi-
bres, communications, solid state lighting and sensing applications, Novel properties and new applications of
functional ceramics and composites
Symposium 9: Film Processing Science and Technology
Organising Committee:
Gerry Triani, ANSTO, Australia. (Chair): [email protected]. Chris Sorrell, UNSW, Australia. Peter Evans, ANSTO, Aus-
tralia.
Synopsis:
The focus of this symposium is to bring together scientists, engineers and practitioners from universities, research
institutes, coating manufacturers, material and equipment suppliers and users in industries to discuss the latest
advances in thin-film and thick-film coating technology. This symposium will cover all aspects of film growth and
characterisation including computational tools applied to synthesis and processing. Contributions are invited in
the following and related areas: Thick-film coating technologies- Tape casting, Screen printing, Spray pyrolysis,
Aerosol deposition; Thin-film coating technologies- Solution based processing, Vapour deposition, Plasma as-
sisted deposition, Film-patterning techniques, Selective area deposition, Direct writing/printing, Lithography;
Coating formats- Roll to Roll, Large-area coating, Web casting; Coatings for various applications- Barrier / ther-
mal coatings, Transparent conducting oxides, Hard coatings, Optics and photonics, Biomedical coatings.
Symposium 10: Ferroelectrics, Relaxors and Multiferroics
Organising Committee:
Xiang Ming Chen, Zhejiang University, China (Chair): [email protected] Amar Bhalla, University of Texas at
San Antonia, USA, Hiroshi Funakubo Tokyo Institute of Technology, Japan, Ce Wen Nan, Tsinghua University,
China, Stanislav Kamba, Institute of Physics, Czech
Synopsis:
The proposed session topics include: ferroelectric and relaxor ferroelectric materials, ferroelectric transition and
dielectric relaxation, ferroelectric and multiferroic thin films, magnetoferroelectric, magnetodielectric & elec-
tronic ferroelectric materials, composite magnetoelectric materials, giant dielectric constant materials, theory
and calculation for ferroelectrics, relaxors and multiferroics, characterization and devices of ferroelectrics, re-
laxors and multiferroics
Symposium 11: Microwave Ceramics and Wireless Technologies
Organising Committee:
Mailadil Sebastian, National Institute of Interdisciplinary Science & Technology, India. (Chair).
[email protected]. Heli Jantunen, University of Oulu, Finland. Neil Alford, Imperial College, UK. Hong Wang,
Xian Jiaotong University, China. Eung Soo Kim, Kyonggi University, Korea. Rick Ubic, Boise State University, USA.
Takeshi Shimada, Hitachi Metals, Ltd., Japan. Hitoshi Ohsato, Hoseo University, Korea. Stanislav Kamba, Institute
of Physics, Czech Republic. Mohan Jacob, James Cook University, Australia. David Iddles, Powerwave, UK.
Synopsis:
Microwave materials play a key role in global society with a wide range of applications from terrestrial and satel-
lite communication to environmental monitoring via satellite. Recently, microwave and millimeterwave materi-
als designed for wireless communication have received much attention with tremendous future potential. New
devices with superior performance are being developed to respond to the requirement of increased channel
capacity in ground based cellular and satellite communications. In order to meet the specifications of the pre-
sent and future systems, improved or new microwave components based on dedicated dielectric materials and
new designs are required. The device performance is closely related to material properties. This symposium pro-
vides a forum for the worldwide microwave community both from academia and industry to discuss topics such
as materials development, design, measurement techniques, applications, devices, technology trends, and
market demands. In this symposium the following topics will be covered: Ceramic materials and technology for
microwave frequency and millimeter wave devices; Effect of microstructure and atomic arrangements on the
microwave material properties; Dielectric resonators- new materials and technologies; Tunable dielectrics for
microwave electronics; 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) and technologies; New film materials, integration technologies and
printed electronics; Microwave packaging and ceramic interconnect issues; Microwave absorbing materials;
Dielectric resonator antenna, dielectric resonator filter, dielectric resonator oscillator.
Symposium 12: Solid State Lighting
Organising Committee:
Rong-Jun Xie, National Institute for Materials Science, Japan (Chair). [email protected] Ru-Shi Liu, Na-
tional Taiwan University, Taiwan, Kee-Sun Sohn, Sunchon National University, Korea, Jun Lin, Chinese Academy of
Sciences, China
Synopsis:
Proposed topics for this symposium include Review of Solid State Lighting: introduction, materials, fabrication, ap-
plications; Phosphor-converted white LEDs: fabrication, evaluation, property; Reliability of white LEDs: failure
analysis, lifetime, degradation; Applications of white LEDs: indoor lighting, outdoor lighting, backlighting, trans-
portation, plant growth; Phosphor materials for white LEDs: oxides, silicates, sulfides, nitrides; Nano phosphors for
white LEDs: quantum dots, nano powders; Energy transfer in phosphors (mechanism, application: Reliabillity of
phosphors (thermal quenching, degradation, chemical stability; New synthetic methods for phosphors: SPS, mi-
crowave, combustion, SHS; Other ceramic materials for LEDs: substrate, glass, glass-ceramics.
Symposium 13: Photocatalytic Materials
Organising Committee:
Lianzhou Wang, University of Queensland, Australia (Chair) [email protected] Michael R. Hoffmann, California
Institute of Technology, USA, Liejin Guo,, Xian Jiaotong University, China, Wonyong Choi, Pohang University of Sci-
ence and Technology, Korea,
Jinhua Ye, National Institute for Material Science, Japan, Rose Amal, University of New South Wales, Australia, Aki-
hiko Kudo, Tokyo University of Science, Japan
Synopsis:
The proposed session topics include: fundamental researches on photocatalysis, development of new photo-
catalytic materials, nano-heterostructures for photocatalysis, band-gap engineering of photocatalysts, photo-
electrochemistry, photo-electrochemical cells and devices, photocatalysts for environmental purification (water,
air, soil), photocatalytic water splitting for hydrogen production, photocatalytic antimicrobial materials, photo-
induced self-cleaning coatings, photocatalytic membranes, photocatalytic reactors and systems, solar-thermal
reactors and systems, evaluation of photocatalytic materials.
Symposium 14: High Surface Area Materials for Separation and Storage.
Organising Committee:
Richard Hannink (Chair), CSIRO [email protected]. Matthew Hill (Chair), CSIRO, [email protected].
Anita Hill (Chair), CSIRO
More information to follow
Symposium 15: Materials and Powder Processing
Organising Committee:
George Franks, University of Melbourne, Australia, (Chair): [email protected] Koji Watari, National Insti-
tute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology, Japan, (Chair) [email protected] Masayoshi Fuji, Na-
goya Institute of Technology, Japan, John Halloran, University of Michigan, USA, Yuji Hotta, National Institute of
Advanced Industrial Science and Technology, Japan, Jennifer Lewis, University of Illinois, USA, Kurosch Rezwan,
University of Bremen, Germany, Daniel Riley, University of Melbourne, Australia, Yoshio Sakka, University of Tsu-
kuba, Japan, André Studart, ETH Zurich, Switzerland, Satoshi Tanaka, Nagaoka University of Technology, Japan,
Junichi Tatami, Yokohama National University, Keizo Uematsu, Nagaoka University of Technology, Japan, Wen-
Cheng J. Wei, National Taiwan University, Taiwan, Guo-June Zhang, Shanghai Institute of Ceramics, China.
Synopsis:
Proposed topics for this symposium include synthesis, functionalisation and processing of powders and nanopar-
ticles, colloidal and dry processing in powder technology, dispersant, binder and slurry technology, novel shape
forming technologies, electrophoretic deposition, suspension rheology, suspension consolidation, green body
processing and characterization, densification of powders, photopolymerisation of suspensions, rapid prototyp-
ing, particle patterning and self assembly, tapecasting, gelcasting, particle stablised foams.
Symposium 16: Spark Plasma Sintering
Organising Committee:
Zuhair Munir.( Chair) [email protected]. Zhengyi Fu, Wuhan University of Technology, China. Frederic Ber-
nard,University of Burgundy, France. Manshi Ohyangi, Ruyokoku University, Japan
Synopsis:
The increase in research utilizing the Spark Plasma Sintering (SPS) method has been phenomenal. This is evi-
denced by the nearly exponential increase in publications dealing with SPS; about 450 papers were published in
2009. Interest in the SPS process has been largely focused on two issues: (a) the intrinsic advantages of the
method relative to conventional sintering methods and (b) the observation of enhancement of properties of
materials consolidated by this method. In addition, many investigators have undertaken significant research
aimed at providing a basic understanding for these observations and at elucidating the fundamental issues of
SPS. Three previous Symposia on SPS were held in conjunction with past Pac Rim meetings, in Hawaii, China, and
Canada. The success of these symposia provides evidence of the continued worldwide growth of research and
development activities in this field.
This symposium, as part of PacRim9, is aimed at providing a forum for scientists and engineers to present and dis-
cuss 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. Topics covered but not limited
to them are: Investigations on the Fundamental Aspects of the SPS Process; Modeling and Simulation of the SPS
Process; Sintering of Nanometric and Functional Materials; Property Enhancement through Field Activated Sinter-
ing.
Symposium 17: Microwave & Radio Frequency Materials Processing
Organising Committee:
Cristina Leonelli, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Italy. (Chair): [email protected] Dinesh
Agrawal, The Pennsylvania State University, USA. Holly Shulman, Ceralink Inc.,USA. Michael La Robina, University
of New South Wales, Australia. Hyung Tae Kim, Korea Institute of Ceramic Engineering and Technology, Korea. A.
Upadhyaya, Indian Institute of Technology, India. Hu Peng, Synotherm Changsha City, Hunan Province, China.
Synopsis:
Microwave and radio frequency processing of materials has already been accepted as a fast and efficient way
to deliver energy where heating is necessary, especially if thermal insulating materials are involved.
The application to ceramics, powders synthesis, magnetic and electronic materials has found industrial scale ap-
plications but still research is going on when peculiar morphologies, metastable phases and original joining mix-
tures are investigated.
The symposium is dedicated to the presentation of new investigations and design of new applicators as well as
to the activities which tend to deepen the knowledge in the field of microwave/matter interactions. The topics
covered are: Glass Melting; Drying and MW dryers; Debinding; Sintering; Microwave joining; Sensor for tempera-
ture detection in MW treatments of ceramics; Nanosized ceramics via MW fast sintering; Microwave applications
to Biomaterials; Ceramic nanopowders syntheses via MW; Plasma application via MW; High temperature equip-
ment design; RF and cold crucible technique for ultra fast melting; MW synthesis and processing of magnetic
materials; High temperature dielectric properties measurements.
Symposium 18: Mullite and Mullite-Type Ceramics
Organising Committee:
Martha Mecartney, University of California - Irvine, USA. (Chair). [email protected]. Hartmut Schneider, University
of Köln, Germany. José S. Moya, Instituto de Ciencia de Materiales de Madrid, CSIC, Spain. Wen-Cheng J. Wei,
National Taiwan University, Taiwan. Kiyoshi Okada, Tokyo Institute of Technology, Japan.
Synopsis:
The purpose of this symposium is to bring together the world’s researchers in mullite in a focused session to ex-
change ideas on recent scientific and technological developments for mullite and mullite-type compounds.
This symposium will focus on new developments regarding functional and structural aspects of mullite and mullite
-type ceramics and their applications. We encourage the submission of scientific papers on: Crystal chemistry
and microstructural development; New synthesis routes to mullite and mullite-type ceramics for bulk ceramics,
coatings, films, and fibers; Fundamental studies on the thermal, mechanical, optical, and electrical properties of
mullite, mullite-type ceramics, and composites containing mullite; Research on creep and thermal shock for
structural applications of mullite; New insights into phase equilibrium and stability of mullite including high tem-
perature corrosion resistance for refractory applications; Development of environmental barrier coatings and
thermal barrier coatings of mullite; Optical and electronic applications for mullite.
Symposium 19: Surface Engineering
Organising Committee:
Ashok Kumar, University of South Florida, USA (Chair): [email protected]. Sanjay Sampath, Center for Thermal Spray
Research, Stony Brook, USA.
More information to follow
Symposium 20: Ceramic Armour
Organising Committee:
Vic Kelsey, BAE Systems, USA (Chair): [email protected]. Andrew Wereszczak, ORNL, USA.
More information to follow
Symposium 21: Wear and Friction of Ceramics and Composites
Organising Committee:
Soo Wohn Lee, Sun Moon University, Korea. (Chair), [email protected]. Jian-Feng Yang, Xian Jiatung Univer-
sity, China. Hideki Hyuga, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST Chubu), Ja-
pan.
Synopsis:
The purpose of this symposium is to discuss friction, wear, and lubrication in monolithic ceramics and ceramic
composite materials as well as coating layers. Also development of microstructure, surface modification, and
surface texture for wear resistance and low friction. The ideas of wear mechanism and friction mechanism in ce-
ramics and coating materials can be exchanged. When you may reduce the coefficient of friction in mechani-
cal systems, it can save a huge quantity of energy for transportation and reduce the environmental pollution.
Some of the topics covered are: Fundamental studies for tribology (friction, wear, contact mechanics, numerical
methods etc.); Processing for tribomaterials; Surface modification for tribology (thin coatings, surface texture);
Solid lubricant, self-lubrication ceramics, high temperature tribology; Industrial tribology and tribosystems
Symposium 22: Structure, Properties and Photonic Applications of Glasses
Organising Committee:
Kathleen Richardson, Clemson University, USA. (Chair): [email protected]. Arun Varshneya, Alfred University,
USA. [email protected]. Jennifer Lewis, University of Illinois, USA, [email protected].
Synopsis:
This symposium focuses on the fundamental structure/property relationships of glass and their use in developing
traditional and novel glass materials for a diverse range of applications. Additionally, submissions are encour-
aged that specifically highlight the design and optimization of glasses for optical applications. Unique process-
ing routes, characterization strategies and multi-material integration approaches aimed to utilize glass structures
and components in bulk, thin film and fiber form are requested. Contributions which address fabrication tech-
niques or novel surface or bulk modification processes that enhance material function or illustrate the integration
of glass into novel applications or use in harsh environments, are encouraged. Topics covered are: Glass Struc-
ture; Glass Properties; Optical Properties of glasses; Glass in photonic applications, including thin film and fiber
form; Sensors and other novel material applications that utilize unique material attributes and function; Modifica-
tion to glass properties via novel photo-, magneto-, electro- and chemical processes.
Symposium 23: Ceramic Matrix Composites: Design, Development, and Applications
Organising Committee:
Jay Singh, NASA, USA. (Chair). [email protected]. Tatsuki Ohji, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Sci-
ence and Technology (AIST- Nagoya) Japan. (Chair) [email protected] Yu Zhou, Harbin Institute of Technology,
China. Hai-Doo Kim, Korea Institute of Materials Science, Korea. Wei-Hsing Tuan, National Taiwan Univer-
sity,Taiwan. Shaoming Dong, Shanghai Institute of Ceramics, China. Toshihiro Ishikawa, Ube Industries, Japan
Synopsis:
Advanced ceramic matrix composites have seen tremendous growth worldwide over the last few decades.
These ceramic composites are enabling materials for a number of demanding applications in aerospace, power
generation, ground transportation, nuclear, and chemical industries. Most of these applications require high per-
formance and long life at elevated temperature in aggressive environments. Substantial progress has been
made globally in the technology development, manufacturing, commercialization, and applications of these
materials over the last two decades. However, significant technical challenges still remain for their wide scale
commercial applications worldwide.
The purpose of this symposium is to provide an international forum for scientists, engineers, and technologists to
discuss and exchange ideas in design, development, processing and manufacturing, testing and evaluation,
and commercialization of a wide variety of ceramic composites. This symposium will bring together people from
industry, academics, and research laboratories to present advances in basic science and technology and to
discuss how these can be used to address technological issues faced by the industry. This interaction will provide
solutions to manufacturing and product development issues and help focus and direct effort at universities and
research laboratories. The net result will be an improved science and technology base that will serve to en-
hance the performance of industrial products. These enabling technologies will contribute to better future
through more efficient, economical, and environmentally benign systems for the benefit of mankind.
Proposed session topics are: Processing and Manufacturing Technologies of Oxide and Non-oxide Ceramic
Composites; Processing and Properties of Fibers, Interphases and Interfaces, Matrices; Carbon-Carbon compos-
ites for thermal management applications; Carbon-based composites for nuclear, friction, and wear compo-
nents; Novel Processing and Characterization Techniques for Ceramic Composites; Mechanical and Functional
Behavior; Environmental Durability, Life Prediction, and Reliability Modeling; Thermal and Environmental Barrier
Coating Technologies; Advances in Joining, Attachment, Machining, and Repair Technologies; Advanced Ce-
ramic Composites for Turbine Engine Applications; Advanced Ceramic Composites for Space Transportation Ap-
plications- Propulsion Systems and Components, Thermal Protection Systems, Hot Structures and control surfaces;
Ceramic Composites for Power Generation, Environmental, and Nuclear Applications; Emerging Ceramic Com-
posite Technologies, Engineering Issues, and Challenges.
Symposium 24: Geopolymers and other Inorganic Polymers
Organising Committee:
Trudy Kriven, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, USA. (Chair): [email protected]. Ken MacKenzie, Victoria
University, New Zealand. Arie van Riessen. Curtin University of Technology, Australia. John Provis, University of Mel-
bourne. Australia. Terry Gourley. Curtin University of Technology, Australia.
Synopsis:
Geopolymers are a class of totally inorganic, alumino- silicate based ceramics that are charge balanced by
group I oxides (e.g., Na, K, Rb, Cs). They are made under relatively ambient conditions of temperature and pres-
sure into near-net dimension bodies, which can subsequently be converted to crystalline or glass-ceramic mate-
rials. They have some unique microstructures and properties, and a large variety of low to high tech potential
applications. They are environmentally friendly and require low energy to make.
This focused session also welcomes papers on other inorganic polymer analogues exhibiting similar behavior.
Proposed Session Topics include; Synthesis and Processing, Microstructure, Porosity (nano-, meso-, micro-), Con-
version to Ceramics, Mechanical Properties, Thermal Shock Resistance, Coatings (Fire Resistant, Acid Resistant),
Adhesive Properties, Waste Encapsulation, Construction Materials, Composites, Novel Applications, Other Inor-
ganic Analogues.
Symposium 25: Computer Design and Modelling
Organising Committee:
Yanchun Zhou, Chinese Academy of Sciences, China. (Chair) [email protected] Wai-Yim Ching, University of
Missouri-Kansas City, USA, Hans J. Seifert, Technical University of Freiberg, Germany, Katsuyuki Matsunaga, Kyoto
University, Japan, Jian Luo, Clemson University, Sweden
Synopsis:
The topics for this symposium include novel simulation methods for materials processing and performance, pre-
diction/simulation of crystal structure and properties of new materials, materials design for extreme environ-
ments, including applications for ultrahigh temperature, environmental and thermal barrier coatings, search of
new interface materials for urgent demands of ceramic matrix composites, optimization of mechanical, thermal,
electrical and optical properties, simulation/characterization of material behaviors at high temperatures, model-
ing of defects and related properties, characterization of new materials, interfaces and grain boundaries at
atomic scale
Symposium 26: Non-oxide based ceramics
Organising Committee:
Takashi Goto, Tohoku University, Japan (Chair) [email protected] Wei-Hsing Tuan, National Taiwan Univer-
sity, Taiwan, Guo-Jun Zhang, Shanghai Institute of Ceramics, China, Hua-Tay Lin, Oak Ridge National Laboratory,
US, Khiam Aik Khor, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, Junichi Tatami, Yokohama National University,
Japan,
Synopsis:
The proposed session topics include nitrides, carbides, borides, sialons, MAX phases, CMCs, FGMs, micro/nano,
composites and porous materials; synthesis and processing: powder, pre-ceramics, forming, sintering, coating,
CVD, PVD; thermal/environmental barrier and erosion/corrosion resistant coatings; mechanical and thermal
properties: theory, modeling, simulation; joining, machining and tribological behaviors; mechanics and charac-
terization techniques; material design, reliability and life prediction methodologies; functional applications: opti-
cal, catalytic, electronic, thermoelectric, ionic.
Symposium 27: Oxide-based ceramics
Organising Committee:
Jow-Lay Huang, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan ROC (Chair) [email protected] John Wang, Na-
tional University of Singapore, Singapore, K. Uematsu, Nagaoka University of Technology, Japan, Wen-Cheng
Wei, National Taiwan University, Taiwan, Suk-Joong Kang, Korean Advanced Institute of Science and Technol-
ogy, Korea, Dileep Singh, Argone National Lab, USA, Pavol Sajgalik, Slovak Academy of Sciences, Slovakia
Synopsis:
The topics for this symposium include novel processing techniques and equipment, solidification and crystal
growth, analysis and characterization, structural ceramics, mechanical properties and applications, defect
transport and related phenomena, modeling of processes and properties, advances in electro-ceramics, oxide
based ceramics for energy applications, applications and development of porous ceramics, nano-structured
oxide ceramics, functional oxides and applications, transparent and luminescent ceramics, ceramics for solid
lightening, glass and other oxide ceramics
Symposium 28: Traditional/Ancient ceramics
Organising Committee:
Soo Wohn Lee, Sun Moon University, Korea. (Chair) [email protected]. Jae-Hwan Pee, Korea Institute of Ce-
ramic Technology (KICET), Korea. Fen Wang, Shaanxi University of Science and Technology, China. Hiroaki Ka-
tsuki, Saga Ceramics Research Laboratory, Japan.
Synopsis:
The purpose of this symposium is to discuss traditional/ancient (cultural heritage) ceramics in materials, manu-
facturing process, and analysis from the viewpoints of both science and technology. The symposium will also
deal with recent technologies and issues concerning other traditional ceramics. The proposed session topics
include the following: Cultural heritage (ancient ceramics); Color technology; Transmission of traditional ceram-
ics, etc.
Symposium 29: Materials for Extreme environments
Organising Committee:
Sylvia M Johnson, NASA Ames, USA. (Chair): [email protected]. Alida Bellosi, ISTEC, Italy. Bill Fahrenholtz,
Missouri S&TUSA. Greg Hilmas, Missouri S&T, USA. Allan Katz, US Air Force Research Lab, Wright Patterson, USA.
Guojun Zhang, Shanghai Inst. of Ceramics, China. Lyndon Edwards, ANSTO, Australia.
Synopsis:
This symposium will focus on materials for use in high temperature /high stress applications. It will include materi-
als such as ultra high temperature ceramics and composites, especially materials based on borides and car-
bides for use in future hypersonic applications and for novel clean energy systems.
The topics will focus on aspects of material processing, microstructure, fabrication, composites, properties, appli-
cations and testing.
The symposium will consist of 3 parts: 1. A series of invited papers focused on some of the major issues associated
with these materials, along with a panel discussion; 2. overviews from various international efforts; Contributed
papers with a dedicated discussion session.
Symposium 30: Cementitious Materials
Organising Committee:
Laurie Aldridge, Wollongong, Australia (Chair) [email protected]. Francis Young Center for Cement
Composite Materials, University of Illinois, USA . Kwesi Sagoe-Crentsil, CSIRO, Australia. Neil Milestone, University of
Sheffield, UK.
Synopsis:
The Symposium on Cementitious Materials is aimed at identifying the technology needed to develop more envi-
ronmentally sustainable concrete which is durable and more cost effective through the use of new and innova-
tive science. Ways in which this innovation can be introduced in the construction industry need to be estab-
lished. Currently, concrete production produces 7% of the world’s carbon dioxide emissions and hence there are
technical political and economic drivers that mandate the development of alternative cements for concrete
construction. Reduction of carbon dioxide emissions can be achieved by a number of technological changes
including replacement with cementitious supplementary materials but these must be carefully evaluated to en-
sure that the concrete is at least as durable and can be produced economically, while significantly reducing
the carbon footprint. These expectations demand a close collaboration between engineers, regulators, specifi-
ers and scientists. This workshop aims to draw together leading materials scientists and engineers in cement and
concrete, along with leaders in the construction industry and infrastructure owners, to review the science and
technology needed to produce durable, cost effective concrete materials in a more environmentally sustain-
able manner. It is envisaged that the workshop will run over one and a half days with presentations and discus-
sions along the following three themes:
Integrating new analytical techniques into cement production - current and future;
New Cements in Concrete: Durability issues;
Integration of New Technologies into cement production
Symposium 31: Hazardous and Nuclear Waste
Organising Committee:
Toyohiko Yano, Tokyo Institute of Technology, Japan. (Chair) [email protected]. Tsunetaka Bamba. Japan
Atomic Energy Agency, Japan. Ram Devanathan, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, USA. Shaoming Dong,
Shanghai Institute of Ceramics, China. Masahiko Osaka, Japan Atomic Energy Agency, Japan. John Provis, Uni-
versity of Melbourne, Australia. Arie van Riessen, Curtin University of Technology, Australia. Martin Stewart, ANSTO,
Australia.
Synopsis:
In this symposium the following topics will be covered but not limited to them: Immobilisation of hazardous and
nuclear waste for safe storage and disposal; crystalline ceramics, synthetic rocks, Inert matrix fuel for transmuta-
tion/synthesis and properties, Radiation damage of candidate materials, Long-time stability/chemical and physi-
cal properties, Transmutation of minor actinides and LLFP/simulation and experimental, Ceramics for recovery of
hazardous and waste materials.
AFPG9– Call for Papers Endorsed by the International Commission on Glass
Call for Papers for "The 9th International Conference on Advances in the Fusion and
Processing of Glass"
Papers are invited for both oral as well as poster submissions at the 9th International
Conference on Advances in the Fusion and Processing of Glass (AFPG -9), to be held July 10-
14, 2011, Cairns (Australia).
The conference is co-located with PacRim 9 and the biennial meeting of the Australian Ceramic Society
(AUSTCERAM 2011). The registration fee will allow attendees access to any of these meetings.
The "AFPG" conferences have a strong history of bringing together highly skilled professionals who have been
contributing scientifically, educationally or technologically in direct support of t the world-wide glass industry.
Beginning with the first conference in this series at Alfred University in 1988, the conferences have been
organized in rotation biennially between Alfred and the Deutsche Glastechnische Gesellschaft (DGG).
Below is a non-limiting list of topics that would be covered:
Advances in glass fusion
Rapid melting, energy considerations
Fast forming of glass
Characterization of melts and melt properties
Materials and equipment for glass melting and processing
Mathematical modeling of melting and processing
Heat transfer, fining and redox equilibria
Environmental issues
Hazardous waste vitrification, recycling, emissions
Secondary processes
Strengthening for armor applications,
Coatings for solar energy conversion and conservation,
Celf-cleaning
Structuring of glass surfaces
Embossing techniques (e.g. lotus, moth-eye)
Laser-induced structuring
High performance glass fibre
Titles and 150 word abstracts can be submitted via the conference website. The proceedings of the conference
will be published as a special issue of the Ceramic Transactions of the American Ceramic Society. For questions
regarding PacRim 9 email [email protected]
For questions regarding AFPG 9, please contact:
Arun Varshneya, Professor of Glass Science & Engineering, Alfred University; [email protected] (607)871-2493
Helmut A. Schaeffer, Professor Emeritus of Materials Science, University of Erlangen-Nûrnberg, Retired Director-
Deutsche Glastechnische Gesellschaft and the Research Association of the German Glass Industry, Past
President- International Commission on Glass (2000-2003). [email protected]; 49-30-83409358
L. David Pye, Dean and Professor of Glass Science, Emeritus, the New York State College of Ceramics, Alfred
University; Past President- International Commission on Glass (1997-2000); Founding Editor, the International
Journal of Applied Glass Science. [email protected]
CAIRNS– THE DESTINATION
Cairns, the vibrant modern centre of Tropical North Queensland is the Primary gateway to The Great Barrier
Reef and is nestled into a unique combination of environmental wonders including the World Heritage listed
Daintree Rainforest.
Cairns enjoys around 300 days of sunshine a year, plenty of space and a friendly, relaxed tropical lifestyle. With
World Heritage-listed rainforest on one side and Great Barrier Reef on the other, it’s no wonder Cairns is one of
Australia’s most popular holiday destinations.
Cairns has over 600 tours departing daily, giving you the biggest and most accessible range of day and over-
night trips available. The opportunities are endless whether you are after adventure, scenic or cultural tours
there is something for everyone.
The main destinations of interest when visiting Far North Queensland are the Great Barrier Reef, Kuranda Village,
Daintree Rainforest and the Tablelands.
Cairns is the main departure point to the Great Barrier Reef with trips departing daily all year round catering to
all levels of experience, whether you are a beginner snorkeler, advanced diver or do not swim at all.
The Daintree Rainforest is a must see! No where else in the world can you experience two natural wonders side
by side - where World Heritage Listed reef and rainforest actually meet. There are plenty of day trips and activi-
ties to choose from including Aboriginal-guided rainforest walks with the local Kuku Yalanji people, river wildlife
cruises, guided bird spotting, exploring secluded beaches and 4WD safaris.
A scenic one hour drive west from Cairns is the Atherton Tablelands also known as the Cairns Highlands. Among
the rolling hills dairy cattle and deer graze on green pastures and farms grow tea, coffee, nuts, corn, vegeta-
bles and flowers for local and export markets. Everything thrives on this cool tropical plateau where tempera-
tures and humidity are generally lower, providing an ideal break away from the heat of the coast.
A place to conduct Serious business in a Stunning Location.
Cairns boasts world class facilities including the Cairns Conven-
tion Centre (recently voted in the Top Ten Conference Centres in
the World – Beyond Borders Survey, Adams Business Media), First
class accommodation including 5 star standard through to
apartments and resort style getaways, International Air Access,
World renowned excursions and recreational activities, and the
most environmentally sustainable conference and event venue
in the world; all situated in a location that will take your breath
away….
Mission Beach
Great Barrier Reef
Mossman Gorge
SOCIAL PROGRAM
All full registrations to PacRim9 include the following social functions. Separate tickets can also be purchased.
Please refer to the registration form in this brochure for details.
■ Welcome Function at the Cairns Convention Centre
□ Monday Evening 11th July 2011
■ Gala Dinner at the Cairns Convention Centre
□ Wednesday evening 13th July 2011
OPTIONAL TOURS
There will be the opportunity to book tours to some of the exciting tourist destinations in Cairns and surrounding
areas. For example, you might enjoy a tour to Cape Tribulation or a boat trip to the Great Barrier Reef.
More information on tour packages will be available soon.
Mission Beach
Great Barrier Reef
Mossman Gorge
REGISTRATION FORM (All prices are in Australian Dollars and Inclusive of GST)
The 9th International Meeting of Pacific Rim Ceramic Societies
Incorporating: AUSTCERAM 2011 "The Biennial Meeting of the Australian Ceramic Society" &
AFPG-9 "The 9th International Conference on Advances in the Fusion and Processing of Glass"
Cairns Convention Centre| Queensland, Australia | 10-14 July 2011
DELEGATE INFORMATION
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Organisation
Postal Address
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Dietary Requirements
CONFERENCE REGISTRATION
Please indicate which Primary Conference you are registering for PacRim9 AFPG-9
‘Early Bird’ Registration (up to 30th March 2011) Full Registration $900 ACS Member $850 Student $450*
Regular Registration (after 30th March 2011) Full Registration $975 ACS Member $900 Student $500*
Day Registration $400 (please select which day you will attending) Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday
Become a Member of the ACS (lifetime membership) $50
* Students must provide Student ID when registering
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SOCIAL FUNCTIONS
Number of Tickets Cost Per Ticket Total
Welcome Function– Additional Ticket Note: This is included with all Full Registrations $60.00
Gala Dinner- Additional Ticket Note: This is included in all Full Registrations $120.00
Guest’s Name:
Dietary Requirements:
REGISTRATION FORM (All prices are in Australian Dollars and Inclusive of GST)
The 9th International Meeting of Pacific Rim Ceramic Societies
Incorporating: AUSTCERAM 2011 "The Biennial Meeting of the Australian Ceramic Society" &
AFPG-9 "The 9th International Conference on Advances in the Fusion and Processing of Glass"
Cairns Convention Centre| Queensland, Australia | 10-14 July 2011
PAYMENT DETAILS
Total Amount Payable: $
Cheque (enclosed payable to Materials Australia)
Credit Card Payment
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Electronic Funds Transfer
Account Name: Institute of Materials Engineering Australasia Ltd BSB: 063000 Account Number: 0080 0220 Bank: Commonwealth Bank of Australia, 267 Collins Street Melbourne Vic Australia Swift Code: CTBAAU2S To allow us to identify payment, please enter your surname as the reference and forward remittance advice to [email protected] or fax to +61 3 9326 7272
Please Return this form to:
Hussein Hamka
PO Box 19, Parkville
VIC 3052
Fax: +61 3 9326 7272
Email: [email protected]
Terms and Conditions:
Payments must be made prior to the conference unless approved by Materials Australia. Registration cancellations will incur a $150
administration fee if made in writing 2 weeks prior to the conference. Registration cancellations after this date will not be re-
funded. Substitutes will be accepted.