Durability of Composite Systems (Duracosys-2012)

Conference topics

Papers related to every aspects of durability of composite systems are welcome for presentation at the conference.

Special sessions will be organized :

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  Multiphysics durability of Composite Material Systems (K.Reifsnider)
  
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  Durability of Nano-Composite Systems (W.S.Chiu)
  
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  Durability of fibre reinforced cementitious composites (J. Wastiels)
  
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  Multi-axial fatigue (R.Talreja & K. Gamstedt)
  
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  Durability of polymers for medical devices (R.M. Guedes)
  
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  Case studies in design for durability (C. Hiel)
  
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  Technology for durable repairs and maintenance (C. Hiel)
  
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  Damage mechanics of fiber composites (Y. Varna & R. Talreja)
  
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Other topics the conference will be focused on, are :

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  Durability of bio-composite systems
  
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  Composites for extreme environments (high/low temperature, high strain rate, blast, seismic loading)
  
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  Advanced monitoring systems (wireless sensors, new NDT, online health monitoring)
  
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  Composites for alternative energy systems (wind turbine blades, batteries, fuel cell)
  
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  Composites for infrastructure (bridges, power transmission, buildings)
  
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  Composites for transportation (automotive, railway, aerospace)
  
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  Accelerated testing and analysis
  
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  Durability and residual strength prediction for thick composites
  
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  Life cycle analysis
  
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  Durability in reliability-based design