Nanotechnology is set on a path to revolutionize the construction sector.
This essential program highlights how the construction industry can unleash the potential of nanotechnology to create new opportunities that will strengthen and support the industry, even through fiscally difficult times.
The conference aims to set the agenda for a global nanotech roadmap for the construction industry that will lead to increased safety, comfort, and ultimately Green building design.
You may take part in the conference to learn about the latest exciting breakthroughs in the rapidly growing nano-construction field and to connect with professionals from across the globe who are at the forefront of these recent developments and initiatives.
Main Topics
1- Nano-construction road map:
• Nanotechnology: Unique properties of nanoscale materials.
• Nano construction in emerging markets.
• Nano construction worldwide vision.
2- Nanotechnology and construction materials: small science for big changes:
• Green Nanotechnology in concrete & construction industries.
• Nano asphalt & concrete for hi-way & bridge applications.
• Applications for nanoscale ASR (concrete aids).
• Nano modification of cementation materials.
• Advanced Iron & steel technologies.
• Nanotechnology applications for refractories.
3- Nano-modelling and characterization of construction materials:
• The nanogranular nature of cement paste.
• Characterizations of construction materials (elasticity, porosity, hydration).
4- Nano-construction materials:
• Ultra high performance concrete (UHPC).
• Self-consolidating concrete (SCC).
• Super hard steel.
• Advanced paints.
• Nano-ceramics.
• Nano-applications for fatigue properties of steel.
• Nano steel casting (casting).
• Nanotechnology's influence on refractory properties.
• Nano additives for concrete.
5- Nano-construction products:
• Nanostructured materials & surfaces.
• Nanosensors & electronics.
• Nano- integrated energy production & storage and environmental remediation.
Registration deadline: 01 May 2009
For more information, see: http://www.nanocon.sabrycorp.com/conf/nanocon/09/index.cfm