Modeling and optimization of advanced materials and structures:

Chair:Prof. Wei Rao, Beijing University of Technology

Prof. Junjie Liu, Beijing University of Technology

With advancements in materials science and structural engineering, the integrated design of materials and structures has become crucial for enhancing mechanical performance, stability, and functionality. Computational simulation has proven to be a valuable tool in addressing this challenge, offering efficiency, cost-effectiveness, flexibility, and ease of customization. It provides deep insights into the behavior of materials and structures under complex conditions, accelerates the design of new materials, and supports innovative engineering solutions. This seminar aims to collect the research results provided by academic and industrial researchers, including but not limited to the research directions of these concerns: multi-scale simulations of material deformation mechanisms, constitutive modeling, and structural topology optimization.

Advanced energy materials:

Chair:Prof. Meinan Liu, Guangxi University, China

Prof. Henan Li, Jiangsu University, China

Characterization, and application of composite structures under thermal mechanical loads:

Chair:Prof. Cheng Huang, Central South University, China

Dr. Xin Chang, Central South University, China

Composite materials exhibit complex damage evolution and structural failure behavior under thermal-mechanical loads due to their microstructure and properties. The constitutive behavior, failure analysis, experimental characterization, and structural design under thermal mechanical loads have become the core challenges for the application of composite structures in advanced aerospace equipment. The topics include but are not limited to the following areas: Experimental techniques for composite materials/structures at high/cryogenic temperatures; The constitutive relationship and damage evolution behavior of composite materials under thermal-mechanical loads; Machine learning and structural design methods for predicting the properties of composite materials ; structural engineering applications under high/cryogenic temperatures , etc.

Advanced experimental measurement technologies and inverse problem analysis:

Chair:Prof. Zhenkun Lei, Dalian University of Technology, China

A/Prof. Hao Jiang, Northeast Forestry University, China

Experimental and computational mechanics play an important role in the structural reliability verification of industrial equipment. With the rapid development of intelligent additive manufacturing and aerospace defense equipment, it is faced with the challenges of online/real-time/internal digital measurement and numerical simulation under high and low temperature, ultra-high sound velocity and complex scenes. Experiment and computational mechanics are rapidly fusing multidisciplinary knowledge to develop new measurement and simulation methods. This seminar aims to collect the research results provided by academic and industrial researchers, including but not limited to the research directions of these concerns: new methods and technologies for real-time high-speed measurement and internal damage detection of experimental mechanics, application of experimental mechanics in advanced composite materials and structures, machine learning and numerical simulation methods based on experimental data, data-driven computational mechanics and experimental inverse analysis methods.

Multi-scale testing, characterization, and simulation of mechanical properties of composite materials:

Chair:Prof. Ruixiang Bai, Dalian University of Technology, China

A/Prof. Shiyong Sun, Dalian University of Technology, China

Fiber-reinforced composites combine high-strength fibers with matrix materials to greatly enhance the mechanical properties of the structure and reduce weight. The concerns of fiber composites include:1) Material Performance Optimization: How to improve the mechanical properties, durability, and environmental resistance of composites by improving the combination of fibers and matrices, as well as manufacturing processes. 2) Cost-benefit analysis: Investigate how to reduce the production cost of fiber-reinforced composites while maintaining or improving their performance to facilitate wider applications. 3) Sustainable development: Develop recyclable or bio-based fiber-reinforced composites to reduce environmental impact and achieve green recycling of materials. 4) Automation and intelligent manufacturing: Use advanced automation technology to improve the production efficiency and quality control of composite materials to achieve intelligent manufacturing. 5) Multifunctional integration: Investigate how to integrate functions such as sensing, energy storage, and self-healing into fiber-reinforced composites to meet specific application needs. 6) Standardization and certification: Develop unified testing standards and certification processes to ensure the consistency of quality and performance of fiber-reinforced composite products. 7) Application field expansion: Explore the application potential of fiber-reinforced composites in aerospace, automotive, wind energy, construction and sports equipment. 8) Long-term performance evaluation: study the aging behavior, fatigue and damage accumulation behavior of fiber reinforced composites during long-term use to ensure their reliability. 9) Composite joining technology: Develop new joining methods to achieve effective bonding of fiber-reinforced composites with other materials or components. 10) Digital design and simulation: Optimize the design process of composite materials using computer simulation and simulation techniques to predict their performance under different conditions.

The scientific issues covered in this session include: how to accurately capture the mechanical behavior of materials from the micro scale to the macro scale; how to model the correlation between microstructure and macroscopic performance; how to effectively test and characterize materials at different scales to obtain mechanical property parameters; and how to develop accurate simulation models to predict the mechanical response of composites under different operating conditions. The solution of these scientific problems is essential to optimize the design of composite materials, improve their performance and reliability.

Design of advanced materials and structures:

Chair:A/Prof. Zhi Sun, Dalian university of technology

Prof. Qizhong Huang, Ningbo institute of materials technology & engineering，CAS

Composite materials are integral to a multitude of sectors, such as aerospace, automotive, and marine engineering, due to their unique combination of properties. While significant strides have been made in composite technology, the complex, heterogeneous structure of these materials continues to present formidable obstacles to comprehensive understanding, thereby impeding their full potential in engineering applications. It is crucial for researchers and engineers in the field to remain abreast of the latest advancements in design techniques, as well as, experiment and modelling methods, to unlock the full potential of these materials. The goal of this workshop is to provide a dynamic platform for researchers and engineers to share and discuss the most recent findings in composite research, focusing on innovative design technologies and methods. The objective extends beyond acquiring a deeper understanding of composites to fostering collaborations that will shape the future of composites research.

Granular Matter and Process Engineering:

Chair:Prof. Fengxian Fan, University of Shanghai for Science and Technology, Shanghai, China

A/ Prof. Honghua Zhao, Dalian University of Technology, China

Particulate science is a multi-disciplinary subject in scientific research and industrial productions, in which the involved advanced granular processing/characterization technologies have been widely used in the design/fabrication of high-performance granular matter and many key process areas such as materials, metallurgy, chemical engineering, civil engineering, and so on. Therefore, how to develop these techniques and utilize them into the real industry process is the main concern of scientists and engineers. This workshop aims to bring together the colleagues from granular matter related fields to show their latest achievements in the design and processing of different granular systems for different requirements.

Mathematical and Artificial Modeling in Mechanical Engineering:

Chair:A/Prof. Denis Marmysh, Theoretical and Applied Mechanics Department, Belarusian State University

A/Prof. Sergey Krasovski, Department of Differential Equations and Computer Modeling, Belarusian State University

Non-Destructive Testing of Advanced Composite Materials under Extreme Conditions:

Chair: Prof. Wei Zhou, Hebei University, China

Prof. Lianhua Ma, Dongguan University of Technology, China

Advanced composite materials are increasingly used in numerous fields, including aerospace, transportation, and energy, due to their exceptional mechanical properties and versatility. However, these materials often operate under extreme conditions, such as high and low temperatures, high pressure, radiation, and harsh chemical environments. Ensuring the integrity and longevity of these composites in such challenging environments is essential for the safety and performance of critical systems. The detection, localization, and assessment of defects and damage in such materials are among the most critical engineering challenges, as they are closely related to the safety and durability of composite structures.

This workshop will focus on the latest non-destructive testing (NDT) technologies for evaluating advanced composite materials under extreme conditions, with a particular emphasis on techniques such as acoustic emission (AE), ultrasonic testing, infrared thermography, terahertz testing, digital image correlation (DIC), and X-ray and neutron scattering. These cutting-edge techniques enable real-time damage detection, monitoring of degradation, and assessment of structural integrity in composites subjected to extreme conditions. This workshop will bring together leading researchers, engineers, and industry professionals to share the latest advancements, promote interdisciplinary collaboration, and explore how these diverse NDT techniques can be applied for defect and damage detection, as well as health monitoring, thereby providing technical guidance on enhancing the safety and durability of advanced composite materials under extreme operational conditions.

Mechanical Properties and Functions of Bionic Materials/Structures:

Chair:A/Prof. Yongtao LU, Department of Engineering Mechanics, Dalian University of Technology

Dr. Hanxing Zhu, School of Engineering, Cardiff University

After millions of years’ evolution, natural living structures always tend to use less available resource/component-materials to enable themselves the maximised or optimised mechanical properties or physical/biological functions. By learning from the nature, bio-inspired solutions can enable us to design and develop materials and structures which use as less as possible component materials to maximise the mechanical properties and the physical or biomedical functions, or to optimise the combination of these different properties and functions. This seminar thus focuses on the development of biomimetic materials or structures, their mechanical properties, their physical and biological/biomedical functions, and the exploration of their applications in different areas.