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INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON POWDER METALLURGY & PARTICULATE MATERIALS + EXHIBITION & th 49 ANNUAL TECHNICAL MEETING OF PMAI
The Powder Metallurgy (PM) Conference 2024, held from Sunday, February 25 to Wednesday, February 28, concluded successfully, marking a significant milestone in the advancement of metal powder technology. The event brought together global leaders in science, research, and industry to explore the latest trends, applications, and breakthroughs in the PM field.
Powder Metallurgy—known for its advantages over traditional methods like forging and casting—continues to gain traction. Its benefits in material efficiency, shape complexity, and dimensional accuracy were highlighted throughout the sessions.
A Platform for Innovation and Knowledge Sharing
This prestigious conference attracted an impressive lineup of over 100 technical presentations delivered by renowned experts from across the globe. Topics spanned various domains, showcasing how PM technologies are driving advancements in industries such as:
- Automotive and e-mobility
- Aerospace and defense
- Biomedical engineering
- Renewable energy systems
- Electronics and magnetic materials
Attendees had the opportunity to engage in deep technical discussions and explore real-world industrial applications. The event also gave researchers a chance to publish their work in internationally recognized journals, boosting global academic collaboration.
Highlights from the Technical Sessions
The conference covered a wide range of emerging and established topics:
- Industrial PM for Auto, Electrical & Mechanical Parts
- Additive Manufacturing (AM) and Powder Injection Molding (MIM/CIM)
- Energy Materials for EVs, Fuel Cells & Storage
- Hot Isostatic Pressing (HIP), Spark Plasma & Advanced Sintering Techniques
- Laser Sintering, Cladding, Coating & Surface Engineering
- Hard Metals, Ceramics & Composite Tools
- Simulation, Modeling & Factory Automation in PM
- Biomedical Devices & Functionally Graded Materials
- Magnetic Materials & Dimensional Control
- Powder Production, Testing & Feedstock Development
- Waste Management and Sustainable Manufacturing
The diverse subject matter demonstrated the wide-reaching impact of PM across science and manufacturing sectors.
The 49th Annual Technical Meet of PMAI
Held concurrently with the main event, the 49th Annual Technical Meet of the Powder Metallurgy Association of India (PMAI) offered an engaging platform for industrialists, academic researchers, and students to share their work. It strengthened connections between academia and industry, nurturing collaborative innovation.
Looking Ahead
With the overwhelming success of the 2024 edition, the Powder Metallurgy Conference has reaffirmed its role as a premier global event in materials science. The insights shared and networks built during the four-day conference will continue to fuel research, industrial growth, and technological advancements in the PM domain.
Stay tuned for future announcements as the PM community builds on the strong foundation laid at this landmark event.