JSMME’2018 between Northeastern University and Tottori Unive

The 7^thJoint Symposium on Mechanical and Materials Engineering between Northeastern University and Tottori University (JSMME’2018), will be held at Northeastern University from 22 to 25 September, 2018.
Northeastern University and Tottori University, which are key universities of respective countries, have established sister university relationship since 2001. The JSMME’2018, which is the 7 ^thjoint symposium between two universities, will provide a scholarly communication opportunity for the academic staffs as well as graduate students from two universities. The purpose of JSMME’2018 is to provide a focused forum for presentations on advanced research and improved understanding in materials and mechanical engineering, and to corroborate the academic exchange between two universities.
During the symposium, best presentation and post awards will be selected by the executive committee for student participants.

[Potential Topics]
The official language of the conference is English, and contributions are encouraged in the following areas of interest:

• Advanced Mechanical Design, Systems, and Manufacturing
• Fluid Science and Technology
• Thermal Science and Technology
• Advanced materials design and processing
• High performance of advanced materials
• Fatigue，Fracture and Failure Analysis
• Quality, Reliability and Safety

[Organizing Committee]
Conference chair:
Prof. Lixin Tang
Vice President, Northeastern University
Co-chairs:
Prof. Yasushi Kawata
Dean, Graduate School of Engineering, Tottori University

Executive Committee:
Committee chair:
Prof. Lei Wang
Director of Institute of Advanced Material Technology, Northeastern University
Co-chairs:
Prof. Liyang Xie
School of Mechanical Engineering and Automation, Northeastern University
Prof. Zhongchun Chen
Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Tottori University

Local committee:
Prof. Min Jiang
Prof. Xiaodong Li
Prof. Gaowu Qin
Prof. Xiangwei Kong
Prof. Huiqun Yuan
Dr. Wenxue Qian
Dr. Ningxiang Wu
Dr. Yunnan Teng
Dr. Yang Liu
Dr. Xiu Song
Dr. Xiaoli Zhao
Dr. Qi Zhu

General Secretariat:
Dr. Jianjun Wang
School of Materials Science & Engineering, Northeastern University, Shenyang 110819, China

Email: wangjj@smm.neu.edu.cn

Tel: 86-24-83681679, Fax: 86-24-83691570
Website: http://www.smm.neu.edu.cn/column/2018JSMME
Dr. Xuehong He
School of Mechanical Engineering and Automation, Northeastern University, Shenyang 110819, China

Email: xhhe@me.neu.edu.cn

Tel: 86-24-83687630, Fax: 86-24-23906969

[Sponsors]

Northeastern University, China; Tottori University, Japan

[Submission of application form]

Submission of application form via e-mail is the only way to submit your application. Extended abstract in one page for the proceedings is required for the submission and should be submitted before August 20, 2018.
E-mail: wangjj @smm.neu.edu.cn (materials engineering)
xhhe@me.neu.edu.cn(mechanical engineering)

[Preparation of Abstract]

One page abstract prepared in an appropriate format is expected for the JSMME’2018. The program committee will use the abstracts as the basis for the technical program. An effective abstract should include the following key elements: a descriptive title, the motivation and methodology of the work, a synopsis of the salient new findings, and a concise explanation relating to the results and solid conclusions. Abstract must be typed within a frame of 230 mm ×160 mm in A4 paper. The left margin should be 30 mm wide. The title must be in capital letters, followed by the authors’ names and affiliation. Use a font size no smaller than 10.5 pt.

[Important dates]

• Abstract submission (one-page): August 20, 2018.
• Acceptance note: September 15, 2018
• JSMME’2018: September 22-25, 2018

[Presentation style]

For oral presentations, 20 minutes will be allotted for each paper. LCD projector, a screen and a pointer are equipped in each room. Poster presentations are also planned.

[Official languages]

Official language is English.

[Contact us]

If you have any question, please feel free to contact us.
Email:wangjj@smm.neu.edu.cnorxhhe@me.neu.edu.cn

Tel: 86-24-83681679,
Fax: 86-24-83691570

Appendix : The Abstract Form