We invite you to submit technical papers representing optimization applications in various industries including: automotive, aerospace, electronics, manufacturing, marine engineering, biomedical engineering, etc.

The major topics for the conference are:

  • Design Optimization Process Integration
  • Multi-discipline Design Optimization
  • Optimization Algorithms
  • Response Surface Optimization
  • Probabilistic Analysis in Design Optimization
  • Design of Experiments
  • Parallel Processing in Design Optimization
  • Non-linear Optimization
  • Finite Element Analysis
  • Structural Optimization
  • Optimization of Nonstructural Systems
  • Composite Material Structures Optimization
  • Crash Simulation Design Optimization
  • Shape and Sizing Optimization Applications
  • Topology Optimization Applications
  • Equivalent Static Loads Method Applications

The conference is not limited to these topics. We encourage papers and presentations on applying optimization to any product or process as well as papers showing new developments in optimization technology. The main focus of the conference will be on using optimization for practical purposes, but exploratory study papers are also welcome.

Abstract Submission:

Please email abstracts to conf@vrand.com

Deadlines:

  • Abstract Submission Deadline: 24 August, 2018
  • Acceptance of Abstracts: 3 September, 2018
  • Full Paper Submission Deadline (optional): 21 September, 2018

Download: 2018 VR&D Users Conference presentation template

Venue:

The Inn at St. John’s
44045 Five Mile Road Plymouth, Michigan 48170
(Click here to get direction)

Registration Fees:

Free of cost but early registration is required.

Silver Sponsors:

Di-Square
DEP
PTC

Bronze Sponsors:

ETA
Moldex3D
GRM
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