ITINERARY

OUTLINE PROGRAMME

DAY ONE - TUESDAY 18 JULY

REGISTRATION AND REFRESHMENTS FROM 0830

0900-1100 SESSION ONE

Chairs: Alex Hanson, Mark Swayne & Natasha Sweeney Fort

0900 Welcome:   Professor Russell Goodall,  AMS CDT Director (UK), University of Sheffield 

0915 Keynote:   Dr. Alaster McDonach, University of Strathclyde

0945 Researcher Presentations:

Elif Sen, University of Manchester Micromechanics of Heterogenous Case- Carburised Bearing Microstructures
Siti Nurlisa Binti Ahmad, University of Sheffield Environmental Impacts of Alternative Materials in Ironmaking

Benjamin Jolly, University of Sheffield Exploration of Local Structural Effects in NiCoCr to Cryogenic Temperatures: A Neutron Total Scattering Investigation
Ali Shayegh, University College Dublin The Comparative Study of OpenFOAM and Abaqus in Continuous Forming Problems

1045 Poster Flash Presentations:

Aiden Ha, University of Manchester A Study of Abnormal Grain Development During Beta Heat Treatment of Ti-64
Samuel Yeates, University of Sheffield Investigation of Suitability of TaVTi-Based Compositionally Complex Alloys for Fusion Plasma Facing Applications

REFRESHMENTS 1100-1130

1130-1300 SESSION TWO
Chairs: Enn Veikesaar, Wunmi Olukoya & Jake Larkin

1130 Researcher Presentations:

Tina Hashemi, Dublin City University Enhanced Corrosion Resistance of Biodegradable Pure Magnesium Modified by Calcium Phosphate Coating for Orthopaedic Application
Yizhuo Ding, University of Manchester Characterisation of Aluminium-Lithium Alloys Using Nanosims and EPMA
Joshua Taylor, University of Sheffield Development of a Machining Force-Based Technique for Non-Destructive Evaluation of Microstructural Features in Ti Alloys

1230 Poster Flash Presentations:

Samuel Eka, University of Manchester Datacentric Engineering of Materials and Structures
Martin Tse, University of Sheffield CALPHAD-Assisted Superalloy Design for Blue Hydrogen Reformer Applications
Durga Tilak, University of Sheffield Permanent NdFeB Magnets: Modelling of Magnets in COMSOL

LUNCH AND POSTER SESSION 1300-1400

1400-1545 SESSION THREE
Chairs: Laura González Duque & Jamie McGregor

1400 Keynote: Dr. Charlotte Boig, Cummins Turbo Technologies 

1430 Researcher Presentations:

Kamila Nowosad, University of Sheffield Uncertainties Associated with the Application of the ASTM E1921 Standard Procedure
Hyeonseok Kim, University College Dublin The Effect of Morphology, Size, and Volume Content of Mg20Ca Particle on PLA Matrix Filament for 3D Printing Mehreen Kainat Khan, University of Manchester Comparing Hydrogen Transport and Trapping Mechanisms Controlling Embrittlement as a Function of Charging Method in Steels 

Samuel Ross, Swansea University Design of Novel High Entropy Brazing Alloys 

1530 Poster Flash Presentations:

Joe Hopkinson, University of Manchester Exploring FAST-forge as a Hybrid Processing Route for Dissimilar Titanium Alloy Components
Shahrzad Sajjadivand, University College Dublin Effect of Heat Treatment on the Microstructure of Additively Manufactured Maraging Steel

REFRESHMENTS 1545-1600

1600-1730 SESSION FOUR
Chairs: Cameron Grant & Joshua Berry

1600 Keynote: Dr. Zaheen Shah, Westinghouse 

1630 Presentation:

Graciela Vazquez Garcia, Vestas Where is the Connection for Engineering Design, Personal Skills and an Academic Background
Dr Richard Dawidek, Henry Royce Institute Royce Facilities Access Scheme

1715 Drinks and Discussion: Alumni/Researcher Networking 

Charlotte Boig, Cummins Turbo Technologies

Shaun Earl, Submarine Delivery Agency

Bea Fernandez-Silva, Rolls-Royce
Allan Harte, UKAEA
Ben Jones, Bekaert

Michael Kenyon, Innoval Technology
Matt Murphy, Luxfer
Faye Senior, Teacher
Zaheen Shah, Westinghouse Electric Sweden 

Sarah Smythe, BAE Systems - Air

Melissa Willis, Sellafield

1900 OPTIONAL COACH TRANSFER: THE EDGE TO THE MOWBRAY

1930 CONFERENCE DINNER AT THE MOWBRAY, KELHAM ISLAND 

2300 OPTIONAL COACH TRANSFER: THE MOWBRAY TO ENDCLIFFE VILLAGE

DAY TWO - WEDNESDAY 19 JULY

REGISTRATION AND REFRESHMENTS FROM 0830

0900-1100 SESSION FIVE

Chairs: Linlin Molly Cao, Sully Khan & Emilios Leonidas

0900 Welcome: Professor Joseph Robson,  AMS CDT Co-Director (UK), University of Manchester 

0915 Keynote: Dr. Michael Kenyon, Innoval Technology

0945 Researcher Presentations:

Alexander Sloane, University of Sheffield The Effect of Part Geometry on Melt Pool Geometry in Laser Powder Bed Fusion
Ashutosh Gupta, University of Manchester Advancing Gear Oil Insights -Tribofilm and Subsurface Correlation Focusing on Ashless Versus Organometallic Chemistries 

Samuel Engel, University of Manchester Modelling the Effect of Cyclic Heat Loads on Precipitation Hardened CuCrZr Alloys

Josephine Ryan Murphy, Dublin City University Investigating the Effect of Heat Treatment on Electro-Mechanical Nitinol Actuators 

1045 Poster Flash Presentations:

Philomenah Holladay, University of Sheffield Investigation into the Drivers of Metallurgical Change in Rail Steels
Saeid Heidarinassab, Dublin City University Abrassive Discs Product Performance Enhancement, Benchmarking and Development of Online Quality Control System 

Miles Cooke, University of Manchester Examining the Combined Effect of Irradiation and Microsegregation on the Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of Low Alloy Steel Welds

REFRESHMENTS 1100-1130

1130-1300 SESSION SIX
Chairs: Patrick Curran, Alison Clarke & Federico Mazzanti

1130 Researcher Presentations:

Neha Agarwal, Dublin City University Effects of Printing Parameters on Phase Transformation Temperature and Mechanical Properties on Nitinol for Medical Device Manufacturing Using Laser Powder Bed Fusion
Thomas Hughes, University of Manchester Modelling Thermal Loading of Proton Beams to Simulate a Fusion Environment
Jacob Whittle, University of Sheffield Using Digital Image Correlation (DIC) to Measure Railway Ballast Movement in Full-Scale Laboratory Testing of Sleeper Lateral Resistance
Theo Mossop, University College Dublin Assessment of Phase Evolution in titanium- niobium based alloys during rapid-solidification

1230 Poster Flash Presentations:

Sampreet Rangaswamy, Dublin City University Investigation of Melt Pool Characteristics During Single Track Laser Powder Bed Fusion on Nitinol
Ciaran Miles, University of Sheffield Assessment and Evaluation of Al-Si Based Coatings

LUNCH AND POSTER SESSION 1300-1400

1400-1545 SESSION SEVEN
Chairs: Frances Synnott & Henry Boyle

1400 Keynote: Dr. Allan Harte, UKAEA 

1430 Researcher Presentations:

John Power, University College Dublin Application of In-Situ Process Monitoring to Optimise Laser Parameters During the Laser Powder Bed Fusion Printing of Ti-6Al- 4V Parts with Overhang Structures
Dennis Premoli, University of Sheffield Force-Feedback Analysis

Sian Odell, University of Manchester Novel Zirconium Refined Magnesium Alloys William Robertson, University of Sheffield Assessment of the Environmental Impact of Residual and Critical Elements in Steel: Removal, Recovery and Substitution Darragh O’Neill, Dublin City University The Effect of Plasma Parameters of Thin Films Grown by Plasma Enhanced Atomic Layer Deposition

1545 PRIZE AWARDS & CLOSING REMARKS: Professor Dermot Brabazon, AMS CDT Director (UK), Dublin City University

1600 CONFERENCE CLOSE

OPTIONAL COACH TRANSFER TO MANCHESTER AIRPORT 1600

CONFERENCE DINNER

1915 ARRIVAL DRINKS

A range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic punch bowls

1930 DINNER

MOWBRAY BBQ GRAZING TABLE

• Whole Roast Harissa Cauliflower with Yoghurt Sauce & Mint (V, Can be Ve if served without the yogurt sauce)

• Grilled Mowbray-Made Flatbreads (V, Ve, G)

• Rosemary & Sea-Salt Focaccia (V, Ve, G)

• House-Made Hummus (V, Ve, Contains sesame)

• Grilled Vegetable Antipasti: Courgette, Pepper & Artichoke (V, Ve)

• Pulled Pork Shoulder with Adobo Sauce, Lime & Coriander

• Aubergine with Pomegranate Molasses & Harissa (V, Ve)

• Jerk Chicken with Grilled Pineapple & Chilli Salsa

• Charred South Coast Mackerel with Tomato Salsa

• Grilled Gem with Aioli & Tomatoes (V)

• Chana Chaat Salad: Chickpeas & Grains Tossed with Sesame, Tomato, Pomegranate &

• Raisins with a Coriander & Lime Dressing (V)

• House Slaw: Shredded Crunchy Vegetables Dressed with Sherry Vinegar (V, Ve)

• Roast New Potatoes (V, Ve)

DESSERT

• Mowbray Mess: House-Made Meringue Smashed with Yoghurt Cream & Sweet Macerated Berries (V)

• Roast White Chocolate Brownie (V, G)

DRINKS

Two drinks tokens per person will be issued that you can exchange at the bar for the tipple of your choice, alongside table carafes of elderflower and tap water. The bar will be open for you to purchase additional drinks.

V = Vegetarian

Ve = Vegan

G = Contains Gluten

NB all items are made in a kitchen where gluten is present