Mini-symposia

Coordinators:

João Manuel R. S. Tavares (main organizer), Instituto de Ciência e Inovação em Engenharia Mecânica e Engenharia Industrial, Departamento de Engenharia Mecânica, Faculdade de Engenharia da Universidade do Porto, Portugal
Email: tavares@fe.up.pt , url: www.fe.up.pt/~tavares
Phone: +351 22 508 1487

Alex F. de Araujo, Instituto Federal de Educação, Ciência e Tecnologia de Mato Grosso do Sul, Três Lagoas, Brazil
Email: alex.araujo@ifms.edu.br / fa.alex@gmail.com
Phone: +55 66 9 9631-4581

Abstract:

In recent years, several efforts have been made to develop efficient and robust computational methods for digital image processing and analysis. Usually, these methods are based on geometrical, statistical or physical approaches and aim to achieve enhanced image visualizations and/or facilitate computer high-level analysis of complex images. Algorithms of Image processing and analysis can be found in various areas, such as industry, engineering, medicine, biology, biomechanics and sports, with different goals, like image restoring, image enhancement, image segmentation, image recognition and classification, image description, shape reconstruction, motion analysis and simulation.
In line with the CILAMCE goals, this proposed Mini-Symposium, which was initiated in CILAMCE 2007, is going to provide a forum for meeting on state-of-the-art and communicating recent developments related to Computational Methods for Image Processing and Analysis, bringing together specialists from various fields related to Computational Vision, Mathematics, Informatics, Statistics, Biomedical Imaging and Engineering, with the purpose of identifying the major lines of development for the near future. Moreover, another challenge of the Mini- Symposium is to establish a connection between researchers and end-users from related fields.

Coordinators:

Prof. José Guilherme Santos da Silva (jgss@uerj.br or jgsantosdasilva@hotmail.com). State University of Rio de Janeiro (UERJ)

Prof. Ricardo Azoubel da Mota Silveira (ramsilveira@yahoo.com.br). Federal University of Ouro Preto (UFOP)

Abstract:

The aim of this mini-symposium is to summarize the progress in theoretical, computational and experimental research in the field of structural analysis of steel and steel-concrete composite structures. Special emphasis is always given to new concepts and procedures concerning the computational modelling, structural analysis and design of steel and steel-concrete composite structures. Topics of interest include static and dynamic analysis, fatigue analysis, seismic analysis, vibration control, stability design, connections, cold-formed members, bridges and footbridges, fire engineering, trusses, tower and masts, linear and nonlinear structural dynamics and soil-structure interaction. Papers of all research areas related to theoretical, numerical and experimental aspects concerning the computational modelling, analysis and design of steel and steel-concrete composite structures are very welcome.

Coordinators:

Prof. Antonio André Novotny (novotny@lncc.br), National Laboratory for Scientific Computing, Petropólis, Brazil

Prof. Anderson Pereira (anderson@puc-rio.br), PUC-Rio, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil

Prof. Emílio Carlos Nelli Silva (coordinator) (ecnsilva@usp.br), Polytechnic School of University of São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil

Prof. Eduardo Fancello (eduardo.fancello@ufsc.br), Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, SC, Brazil

Prof. Glaucio H. Paulino (glaucio.paulino@ce.gatech.edu), Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA, USA

Prof. Jan Sokolowski (jan.sokolowski@univ-lorraine.fr), Université de Lorraine-Nancy, France

Abstract:

This mini-symposium aims to bring together researchers working on various aspects of topology optimization applied to solids, fluids and structures as well as inverse problems, image processing and mechanical modeling, including damage and fracture evolution phenomena. In particular, we are interested in recent advances in topology optimization. Suggested topics include, but are not limited to:

• Recent advances in topology optimization applied to multi-physics problems;
• Multiscale topology optimization;
• Inclusion of microstructure in topology predictions;
• New methods to handle manufacturing, stress and other constraints;
• Novel and efficient topology optimization algorithms;
• Exact solutions to topology optimization problems;
• New methods to solve multi-objective topology optimization problems;
• Efficient solution of industrial large scale topology optimization problems;
• Exploiting high-performance computing in topology optimization;
• Topology optimization using ground structure approach;
• New methods of adaptive mesh refinement in topology optimization;
• Topology optimization applied to fluid and thermal problems;
• Novel and robust inverse reconstruction algorithms;
• New methods applied to the minimal partition problem in image processing;
• Alternative algorithms for damage and fracture mechanics modeling.

Coordinators:

Prof. Reyolando M.L.R.F. Brasil, Federal University of ABC, Santo André, SP, Brazil, Polytechnic School, University of São Paulo, SP, Brazil, reyolando.brasil@ufabc.edu.br

Prof. Andre Fenili - Federal University of ABC, Santo André, SP, Brazil, andre.fenili@ufabc.edu.br

Prof. Luiz Carlos Gadelha – Federal University of ABC, Santo André, SP, Brazil, lcgadelha@gmail.com

Abstract:

The main focus of this Mini-Symposium is on the discussion of modeling, simulation and control of the dynamical behavior of aerospace and naval structures (such as airplanes, rockets, satellites, ships, offshore structures etc.), and how these problems can be understood and solved in view of numerical, computational, theoretical and experimental approaches. Contributions pertaining to any class of mathematical problems and methods associated to the dynamics of aerospace and naval structures will be welcome. It will also be welcomed experimental investigations of these problems to validate mathematical and numerical models.

Coordinators:

Prof. José Maria Campos Dos Santos - University of Campinas, Campinas, SP, Brazil

Prof. Renato Pavanello - University of Campinas, Campinas, SP, Brazil

Prof. José Roberto de França Arruda - University of Campinas, Campinas, SP, Brazil

Abstract:

This mini-symposium will provide a unique forum to share the latest research results on vibroacoustic metamaterial and phononic crystals and bring together engineers, mathematicians, physicists, and material scientists working on artificial materials and their application in acoustics and mechanics. Suggested topics include, but are not limited to:

• Recent advances in vibroacoustic metamaterials and phononic crystals;
• Periodic systems and band gap analysis;
• Analytical an hybrid methods for metamaterial design and optimization;
• Novel and efficient numerical models for metamaterial analysis;
• Multiscale analysis and homogenization in vibroacoustic design;
• Homogenization of metamaterials and effective medium models;
• Multiphysics analysis and design of vibroacoustic metamaterials;
• Topology optimization applied to metamaterial design;
• Nonlinear, tunable and reconfigurable metamaterials;
• Active and passive vibration and noise control using vibroacoustic metamaterials;
• Nonreciprocal and topological metamaterials;
• Advances in cloaking and invisibility;
• New methods of additive manufacturing applied to metamaterials;
• Experimental techniques and characterization of metamaterials;

Coordinators:

Prof. Francisco Célio de Araújo - Federal University of Ouro Preto (UFOP), Brazil - fcelio@em.ufop.br

Prof. Ney Augusto Dumont - Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro (PUC-Rio), Brazil – dumont@puc-rio.br

Abstract:

Contributions are welcome on new mathematical and computational developments of boundary elements and other mesh-reduction techniques.

Coordinators:

João da Costa Pantoja (joaocpantoja@gmail.com) – University of Brasília/Brazil

Humberto Varum (hvarum@fe.up.pt) – University of Porto/Portugal

Enrico Spacone (enrico.spacone@unich.it) - University of Chieti-Pescara/Italy

Abstract:

The use of computational methods and tools for analysis, safety assessment and retrofitting of existing structures is becoming increasingly important in intervention planning (e.g., maintenance, repair, rehabilitation, strengthening). Nonetheless the state of development of the computational methods and numerical tools, there are still many uncertainties and difficulties in their use in the assessment of existing buildings and bridges. Actually, worldwide there is an increasing attention to the safety assessment and improvement of existing structures and infrastructures, due to their state of conservation and safety. New strengthening materials and techniques are emerging. Also, new structural codes are being proposed with different approaches and demand requirements, particularly with focus on the assessment and retrofitting. Robust and liable numerical modelling tools have to be developed, validated and calibrated to be adopted into practice, guiding the designer to adopt optimum sustainable solutions in terms of cost and efficiency, respecting the original values of the construction.
In this context, the mini-symposium aims to attract academics, researchers, postgraduate students and professional engineers who deal with the development and application of computational methods in support to the safety assessment and retrofitting of existing structures of any type (heritage or modern; buildings, bridges or other), adopting innovative materials and design concepts. In the mini-symposium are expected contributions in terms of development and application of models, and numerical strategies, in the assessment and design of repair and retrofitting. Presentation of case studies and applications using numerical modelling in support to retrofitting interventions are also of particular interest.

Coordinators:

Jan Vidar Grindheim, Industrial PhD student, Geograf, Norway / NMBU-IMT, Norway / LOC-COPPE-UFRJ, Brazil

Coordinators:

André T. Beck, Department of Structural Engineering, São Carlos School of Engineering, University of São Paulo. Av. Trabalhador São‐carlense, 400, 13566‐590 São Carlos, SP, Brazil. atbeck@sc.usp.br

Rafael Holdorf Lopes, CORE, Department of Civil Engineering, Federal University of Santa Catarina.

Wellison Gomes, CORE, Department of Civil Engineering, Federal University of Santa Catarina.

Abstract:

Structural design should be robust with respect to uncertainties inherently present in resistance of structural materials, environmental and man‐imposed loads, boundary conditions, physical, mathematical and numerical models, and generally to different types of intrinsic and epistemic uncertainties. Structural performance and reliability should be robust against unexpected fluctuations or changes in problem parameters. Proper decision making in presence of uncertainties is fundamental to avoid severe or fatal consequences and/or costly posteriori changes over the built structure. These issues have led to the recent development of structural reliability methods and reliability‐based optimization. This mini‐ symposium aims at bringing together researchers, academics and practicing engineers concerned with the various forms of structural reliability analysis and structural optimization in presence of uncertainties. Contributions addressing both theoretical developments and practical applications, in the following topics, are invited:

• Structural reliability methods (FORM, SORM, Monte Carlo Simulation);
• Applications of structural reliability to challenging engineering problems;
• Robust structural optimization;
• Performance‐based optimization;
• Reliability‐based structural optimization;
• Risk management and optimization;
• Modeling of extreme or rare events;
• Decision‐making in presence of uncertainties;
• Modeling of uncertainty with probability theory, Bayesian theory, imprecise probabilities including evidence theory, interval models, fuzzy set theory, information gap theory, etc.
• Structural health monitoring,system identification and damage detection.
• Development and application of surrogate models for uncertainty quantification and structural optimization.

Coordinators:

Prof. Bruno Martins Jacovazzo – Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (POLI / UFRJ), brunojacovazzo@poli.ufrj.br

Prof. Bruno da Fonseca Monteiro – Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (POLI / UFRJ), bruno.monteiro@poli.ufrj.br

Prof. Juliana Souza Baioco – Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (POLI / UFRJ), jsbaioco@poli.ufrj.br

Prof. Mauro Henrique Alves de Lima Junior – Federal Rural University of Rio de Janeiro (DAU / UFRRJ), mhaljr@ufrrj.br

Abstract:

This mini-symposium deals with the application of computational methods in the analysis and design of systems and structural components employed for oil & gas exploration and production as well as for renewable energy applications. Different types of systems and structures can be considered, including for instance fixed platforms, rigid or compliant; moored floating platforms; rigid and flexible risers; pipelines; subsea equipment; wave-wind energy structures; and so on. The methods can be applied to the study of different aspects of the behavior of such systems, including structural and hydrodynamic analysis; oceanography, environmental loadings and fluid-structure interaction; geotechnics, foundation systems and soil-structure interaction; reliability, random and spectral analysis, signal processing, optimization, and other topics.

Coordinators:

ALGA Coutinho (alvaro@nacad.ufrj.br)

Régis Cottereau (regis.cottereau@centralesupelec.fr)

Josep de la Puente (josep.delapuente@bsc.es)

Dimitri Komatitsch (komatitsch@lma.cnrs-mrs.fr)

Abstract:

The focus of this mini-symposium is on discussions and proposals of numerical techniques for the time-space approximation of the solution of wave propagation equations. This includes finite differences, finite element, spectral element and discontinuous Galerkin methods, among others; implicit and explicit schemes; and potentially high order discretization in time and space. Contributions dealing with both novel methods as well as improvements on existing techniques in the different application areas (engineering, geosciences, etc) are welcome. Contributions dealing with stability analysis, error estimation and adaptive mesh refinement techniques for wave propagation problems are also appropriate.

Coordinators:

Bastien Chopard, Université de Genève, Geneva, Switzerland, bastien.chopard@unige.ch

Florian De Vuyst, Université de Technologie de Campiègne, Sorbonne Universités, Campiègne, France, florian.de-vuyst@utc.fr

François Dubois, Conservatoire National des Arts et Métiers, Paris, France, francois.dubois@cnam.fr

Paulo C Philippi, Pontifical Catholic University of Paraná, Curitiba, Brazil, paulo.philippi@pucpr.br

Abstract:

The purpose of this mini-symposium is to provide a forum for presentations and discussions on the lattice Boltzmann (LB) method in fluid dynamics. The focus will be on advances in both theory and computation, on engineering applications of discrete LB algorithms and on fundamental issues in mathematical modelling and their applications in fluid dynamics including complex fluids and biomedical applications, multi-scale phenomena, fluid interfaces, suspensions, free-surface flow and micro and nanofluidics.

Coordinators:

Gilberto Gomes, University of Brasilia – Brazil

Francisco Evangelista Jr, University of Brasilia – Brazil

Abstract:

This mini-symposium aims to bring together research papers in analytical and numerical analysis which provide improved understanding of the mechanisms of micro and macro fracture in all materials, and their engineering implications. Contributions from engineers and scientists working in various aspects of fracture, computational fracture mechanics as well innovative and in-depth engineering applications of fracture theory are also encouraged. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to:

• Boundary and Finite Element Methods applied to crack initiation and propagation
• Meshfree methods, Extended and Generalized Finite Element Method, Dual Boundary Element Method
• Embedded techniques
• Multi-scale fracture simulation
• Cohesive Fracture Models
• Mesh adaptiveness and mesh reduction techniques applied to fracture problems
• Applications to engineering structures on the macro-micro and nanoscale

Coordinators:

Prof. Nelson F.F. Ebecken - Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), COPPE, Brazil - nelson@ntt.ufrj.br

Abstract:

This Mini-Symposium intends to provide a forum in which engineers, researchers, and students can exchange ideas and information about methods and computational systems for data modeling and knowledge discovery tasks including data intensive processing, big data, data mining, text mining, deep learning and machine learning techniques in the solution of complex and real-world problems.

Coordinators:

Leandro Mouta Trautwein (leandromt@fec.unicamp.br) – University of Campinas

Luiz Carlos de Almeida (almeida@fec.unicamp.br) – University of Campinas

Gustavo Henrique Siqueira (siqueira@fec.unicamp.br) – University of Campinas

Diogo Rodrigo Ribeiro (drr@isep.ipp.pt) – Instituto Superior de Engenharia no Porto

Isaias Vizotto (vizotto@fec.unicamp.br) – University of Campinas

Abstract:

This mini-symposium proposes the assessment of structural behavior using the monitoring data with the adjustment of numerical models to evaluate the structural safety and to identify significant structural parameters. Relevant topics include new experimental techniques for health monitoring, modal identification, model updating, damage identification, statistical methods, stochastic simulation techniques, feature extraction and data fusion, damage prognosis, prediction of remaining service life, and structural reliability updating using measurements.

METODOS NUMÉRICOS APLICADOS AO PROJETO ESTRUTURAL DA CONSTRUÇÃO CIVIL

Coordinators:

Prof. Dr. João Costa Pantoja. Brasil, Universidade de Brasília – UNB, Faculdade de Arquitetura e Urbanismo, Departamento de Tecnologia. Email: joaocpantoja@gmail.com

Prof. Dr. Marcio Augusto Roma Buzar. Brasil, Universidade de Brasília – UNB, Faculdade de Arquitetura e Urbanismo, Departamento de Tecnologia. Email: marcio.buzar@gmail.com

Msc. Leonardo da Silveira P. Inojosa. Brasil, Universidade de Brasília – UNB, Faculdade de Tecnologia, Departamento de Engenharia Civil e Ambiental. Email: leinojosa@unb.br

Abstract:

Established engineering works and projects show us that architecture and structure projects must be conceived and developed together. Despite this, what we normally see is a relation of distance between these two elements of civil construction. This mini-symposium aims to bring together the two fields of knowledge and show that the design of the structural system plays an essential role in determining the architectural design. Projects that explore the relationship between architecture and structure and the direct relationship between form and structure, where the definition of the structural system has effective participation since the design of the projects, provide works marked by structural boldness and major technological challenges. The mini symposium aims to gather contributions and obtain data that, through analyzes that use computational technologies and numerical methods, allow us to understand how the structural design allied to architectural creation provide innovative aesthetic results. Through these studies, it is possible to emphasize the importance of the technical knowledge for the realization of projects of good quality, evidencing the presence of the structural system in the architectural form. These analyzes contribute to the understanding of the importance of technical and technological knowledge for the production of an innovative architecture.

Resumo:

Grandes e consagradas obras nos mostram que os projetos de arquitetura e estrutura devem ser concebidas e se desenvolver juntos. Apesar disso, o que se vê normalmente é uma relação de afastamento entre esses dois elementos da construção civil. Esse mini simpósio visa aproximar os dois campos do conhecimento e mostrar que o projeto do sistema estrutural tem um papel essencial na determinação do desenho arquitetônico. Projetos que exploram a relação arquitetura-estrutura e a relação direta entre forma e estrutura, onde a definição do sistema estrutural tem participação efetiva desde a concepção dos projetos, proporcionam obras marcadas pelo arrojo estrutural e por grandes desafios tecnológicos. O mini simpósio tem como objetivo, reunir contribuições e obter dados que, por meio de análises que utilizam tecnologias computacionais e métodos numéricos, permitam entender como a concepção estrutural aliada à criação arquitetônica proporcionam resultados estéticos inovadores. Por meio desses estudos é possível destacar a importância do conhecimento técnico para a realização de projetos de boa qualidade, evidenciando a presença do sistema estrutural na forma arquitetônica. Essas análises contribuem para o entendimento da importância do conhecimento técnico e tecnológico para a produção de uma arquitetura inovadora.

Coordinators:

Romuald Tarczewski, Associate Professor, Wroclaw University of Science and Technology, Poland, romuald.tarczewski@pwr.edu.pl

Ruy Marcelo de Oliveira Pauletti, Associate Professor, Polytechnic School at the University of São Paulo, +55.11.3091.5588 / +55.11.99118.5914, pauletti@usp.br

Abstract:

Light structures such as cables net, tensegrities, membranes, pneumatics, gridshells and bending-active structures contribute to reduce the material consumption, the need for scaffoldings, the time-span for construction and the required labor time. Thus, they allow reducing the overall energy embedded in buildings and their environmental footprint. However, to achieve this potential, these structures require a thorough design, including shape-finding and optimization methods as well as nonlinear structural analysis, under complex load cases, such as wind pressures on highly flexible, free-form structures. In recent years, advances in computational methods for shape finding, fluid-structure interaction and parametric modelling and optimization allow designers to explore a much broader design space, achieving structurally efficient and formally remarkable buildings. These session aims to review the advances on the field, providing a forum for the exchange of new ideas and concepts among researchers.

Coordinators:

Prof. Lucival Malcher, University of Brasilia-UnB, malcher@unb.br

Prof. Rodrigue Desmorat, from ENS - Cachan - Paris/Saclay

Abstract:

The plasticity is an important subject for industrial applications and on the last decade has became a subject of studies for a wide group of researchers around the world. In this sense, the proposition of present mini-symposium is to show the most recent developments on computational plasticity, regarding monotonic and cyclic applications, such as: numerical integration strategies, kinematic hardening, determination of stress-strain fields under non-proportional loading, prediction of fracture initiation, contributions in estimation of fatigue life, continuum damage mechanics, and so on.

Coordinators:

Inaldo José Minervino da Silva, Professor Dr. Effective Academic Department of Infrastructure and Civil Construction - Institute Federal of Pernambuco - Campus Recife. E-mail: inaldoifpe@gmail.com

Jonathan da Cunha Teixeira, Dr. Researcher at UFPE

Nina Rosa dos Santos Silveira, Master student at UFPE

Abstract:

Evaporates are economically important because they are sources of raw material for the manufacture of various products. Silvita, for example, is the most exploited mineral for the production of potassium, because its chemical structure of chloride simply favors its industrial use. In addition evaporites are sealing rocks par excellence serving for storage of natural gas and toxic waste among other uses. Analyzes of stabilities and deformation of cavities in evaporites are thus extremely important allied to analyzes of laboratory tests in salt rock. This mini symposium aims to bring together both fields of knowledge, both field-scale and laboratory studies, and show that previous studies of evaporites in salt-pumping projects, gas storage, oil wells and others can contribute in a positive and effective way in reducing costs and increasing security stability. The mini symposium aims to gather contributions and obtain data that through analyzes using computational technologies, numerical methods and mathematical models allow to understand how the evaporites behave, as an example, thermo-mechanical and chemical, in a coupled or do not.

Coordinators:

Philippe Devloo, FEC/Unicamp, phil@fec.unicamp.br

Chensong Zhang, Chinese Academy of Science, zhangcs@lsec.cc.ac.cn

Abstract:

This workshop will create an oportunity for researchers that develop research in the area of the numerical simulation of discrete fracture net- works (DFN) to share their experience and report the progress made in simulating DFN and/or develop numerical techniques to that end.

The organizers encourage participants to submit contributions to the mini symposium within the following areas of interest

• The numerical modeling of DFN
• Multiscale simulation related to DFN
• Double porosity models geared towards the modeling of embedded frac- tures
• Geomechanics coupling related to the modeling of fracture conductivity
• Model adjustment of reservoir simulations whose productivity is determined by the presence of fractures
• Mesh generation issues - adaptivity
• Parallel computing - cloud computing

Coordinators:

Julio Florez Lopez, julio.lopez@unila.edu.br, Federal University of Latin American Integration-UNILA

Frédéric Ragueneau, ragueneau@lmt.ens-cachan.fr - École Normale Supérieure Paris-Sacley

Aref Kalilo Lima Kzam, aref.kzam@unila.edu.br, Federal University of Latin American Integration-UNILA

André Jaomel Torii, andre.torii@unila.edu.br, Federal University of Latin American Integration-UNILA

Ivan Dário Gomez Araújo, ivan.araujo@unila.edu.br, Federal University of Latin American Integration-UNILA

Abstract:

The necessity of predict the lifecycle performance of structures and infrastructures is continually growing. The final goal is to improve the design, maintenance and management protocols in order to increase their lifespan. The scope of this mini-symposium covers the advances in research and applications of technologies for analyzing, forecasting and optimizing the performance of structures such as buildings, bridges, dams, underground constructions, offshore platforms, pipelines, nuclear power plants, amongst others. It includes, but it is not restricted, to the mathematical models, computer and experimental methods regarding management of ageing issues in structures exposed to pathologies such as corrosion. Loadings such as high cycle fatigue, earthquake forces, impacts or explosions are of special interest . Works on any structural material, concrete, reinforced concrete, steel, wood, etc. are welcome. The probabilistic aspects of the problem are also subjects of interest.

Coordinators:

Adnan Ibrahimbegovic, adnan.ibrahimbegovic@utc.fr, Universite de Technologie de Compiègne - Sorbonne Universites, France

Paulo de Matos Pimenta, ppimenta@usp.br, Escole Politecnica da Universidade de Sao Paulo, Brazil

Eduardo M. B. Campello, campello@usp.br, University of São Paulo, Brazil

Alfredo Gay Neto, alfredo.gay@usp.br, University of São Paulo, Brazil

Abstract:

This mini-symposium welcomes contributions on all subfields of solid mechanics and structural mechanics that are related to computational modeling, simulation, numerical methods and applications. Also, contributions that do not fit in the scope of other (more specific) mini-symposium but are somehow related to solid and structural mechanics are equally welcome.

Coordinators:

Adnan Ibrahimbegovic, adnan.ibrahimbegovic@utc.fr, Universite de Technologie de Compiègne - Sorbonne Universites, France

Paulo de Matos Pimenta, ppimenta@usp.br, Escole Politecnica da Universidade de Sao Paulo, Brazil

Eduardo M. B. Campello, campello@usp.br, University of São Paulo, Brazil

Alfredo Gay Neto, alfredo.gay@usp.br, University of São Paulo, Brazil

Abstract:

This mini-symposium welcomes contributions on all subfields of thermal sciences and heat propagation that are related to computational modeling, simulation, numerical methods and applications. Also, contributions that do not fit in the scope of other (more specific) mini-symposium but are somehow related to thermal sciences and heat propagation are equally welcome.

Coordinators:

Adnan Ibrahimbegovic, adnan.ibrahimbegovic@utc.fr, Universite de Technologie de Compiègne - Sorbonne Universites, France

Paulo de Matos Pimenta, ppimenta@usp.br, Escole Politecnica da Universidade de Sao Paulo, Brazil

Eduardo M. B. Campello, campello@usp.br, University of São Paulo, Brazil

Alfredo Gay Neto, alfredo.gay@usp.br, University of São Paulo, Brazil

Abstract:

This mini-symposium welcomes contributions on modern applications of computational methods to real industrial problems. Contributions on all fields of engineering and related sciences that are related to industrial applications are welcome.

Coordinators:

Delphine Brancherie, delphine.brancherie@utc.fr, Universite de Technologie de Compiègne - Sorbonne Universites, France

Alain Rassineux, alain.rassineux@utc.fr, Universite de Technologie de Compiègne - Sorbonne Universites, France

Abstract:

This minisymposium is dedicated to recent advances in computational modelling of damage. Different computational strategies as well as different application areas wil be discussed in a multi-scale and/or multi-physic context.

Coordinators:

Lineu José Pedroso, lineujp@gmail.com, University of Brasília (UnB), Brazil

Alain Millard, alain.millard@cea.fr, CEA/DM2S/SEMT/LM2S, Saclay, France

Abdellatif Ouahsine, aouahsin@utc.fr, Universite de Technologie de Compiègne - Sorbonne Universites, France

Emmanuel Lefrancois, emmanuel.lefrancois@utc.fr, Universite de Technologie de Compiègne - Sorbonne Universites, France

Emmanuel Perrey-Debain, emmanuel.perrey-debain@utc.fr, Universite de Technologie de Compiègne - Sorbonne Universites, France

Abstract:

The Fluid-Structure Interaction Mini Symposium objective discus recently progress and achievements for computational modelling of fluid-structure interaction problems. This one search emphasizes the new discretization methods and solution algorithms to predict faster and accurately fluid-structure problems, and moreover the better software applications to solve aero-elasticity, hydro-elasticity and noise/structural-acoustic problems. We welcome contributions in coupling algorithms, hybrid eulerian/lagrangian formulation, adaptive methods, non-conform mesh, finite/boundary element formulations, meshless formulation, reduction of order, free surface modelling, and porous-elastic. FSI application and benchmarks original from most different areas of engineering and applied sciences can be submitted.

Coordinators:

Florian de Vuyst - LMAC, Universite de Technologie de Compiègne - Sorbonne Universites, France

Piotr Breitkopf - Roberval, Universite de Technologie de Compiègne - Sorbonne Universites, France

Balaji Raghavan - INSA de Rennes, France

Abstract:

Reduced Order Modeling is an active research area, targeting a sheer decrease of the CPU time required for numerical simulations of complex problems. The mini-symposium aims to present the state of the art of current research in the domain, with a particular focus on mathematical foundations and practical realizations in the fields of optimal reduced basis approaches, on-line and off-line methods, techniques intrusive/non-intrusive w.r.t the source code, and applications. Targeted domains are broadly understood stationary/transient solid and fluid mechanics. The applications in decision making, parametric analysis, inverse problems, and optimization are particularly welcome.

Coordinators:

Pierre Feissel, Universite de Technologie de Compiègne - Sorbonne Universites, France

Abstract:

The overall objective of model validation is to obtain numerical  predictions that are statistically consistent with measurements. In  this context Uncertainty quantification is essential for improving  the predictive capability of models in engineering. Several sources  of uncertainty exist and concern numerical and physical issues, as  well as experiments. The objective of the minisymposium is to bring  together and to promote interchange between researchers concerned  with the development and implementation of uncertainty  quantification methods.