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08. June 2024

On Processing of Metallic Materials through Casting and Solidification

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Plan your trip to the “Transilvania” University of Brasov, Romania from 22-25 of September 2024

http://3rd-cr-loper-conference.unitbv.ro/

The organizers are very proud to invite you to the 3^rd Carl Loper Conference. While the first two events featuring the name of Carl Loper, organized in Madison Wisconsin (2009) and Bilbao Spain (2019) had as main subject cast iron alone, this conference has an expanded scope to include Processing of Metallic Materials through Casting and Solidification.

This is because Professor Carl Loper’s name has become synonymous with not just cast iron, but with all facets of metalcasting. “Carl Loper” is a brand. It represents a tradition, but also the vision to go beyond the borders of the known science and engineering of metal casting, which is the goal of this conference.

Carl R. Loper Jr.
Carl R. Loper Jr. obtained BS, MS, and PhD degrees in Metallurgical Engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Prior to joining the university as a Professor of Materials Science and Engineering, he was employed as a Plant Metallurgist at Pelton Steel Castings Co. and as a Research Metallurgist at Allis Chalmers Manufacturing Co. He was also a registered Professional Engineer, lectured and consulted internationally, and served as an Adjunct Professor of Materials at the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee. Carl was considered an expert in many areas of metallurgy, particularly ductile iron. He authored well over 500 technical and scientific publications, has several patents, is the co-author of a well-known text, and wrote several technical and scientific manuals. He has been internationally recognized for his engineering and scientific contributions and has received numerous awards and honours.
Carl was very involved with the American Foundry Society (AFS) and served as Chairman of the AFS Wisconsin Chapter. For his contributions to research and education he received the highest AFS honour, the Penton Gold Medal. Carl never lost his love of learning and never stopped working in the profession he loved Carl thoroughly enjoyed writing, researching, lecturing, and consulting, and particularly enjoyed mentoring his many students. During his career he served as advisor to a host of graduate students who are now spread all over the world, many of whom consider him a father figure and friend. In May of 2009 his former students and associates organized the first symposium in his honour, with the goal of reviewing the development of cast iron and celebrating the deep friendships that were developed between Carl’s metallurgy family and the entire Loper family. Carl passed away in 2010 at the age of 78.

Why Transilvania University and why Brasov? The simple answer is because Brasov, a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural city established in the XII-th century is one of the most important touristic cities in Romania. It is a charming, fairytale city that has its own International Airport. A recent study by the World Bank states that Brasov is a "perfect 10" city, with a developed economy, attractive architecture, and a high quality of life. Approximately 20 kilometres from the city is Bran Castle, the place where the legend of Dracula was born. Bran Castle is one of Romania's most famous tourist attractions globally. And then, Brasov is the location of Transilvania University that boasts 20,000 students studying in 18 colleges (faculties) and pursuing undergraduate and master's degree programs in all fundamental fields including engineering sciences, humanities, social sciences, exact sciences, medicine, arts, physical education, and sports. In addition, there are no less than 22 doctoral study fields. Transilvania University has a 25-year tradition in organizing international conferences. Indeed, the 13th International Conference on Materials Science and Engineering - BraMat 2024 – which took place in March 2024 in Brasov, was a real success.

Event information, program, interesting facts and contact

The 3^rd Carl R. Loper Conference on Processing of Metallic Materials through Casting and Solidification

22-25 of September 2024, at the “Transilvania” University of Brasov, Romania

Dear reader,

The 3rd Carl R. Loper Conference is approaching rapidly, and as organizers, we're thrilled to extend a warm welcome to you. The conference is scheduled to take place from September 22nd to 25th, 2024, at the “Transilvania” University of Brasov, Romania.

We're eager to share some updates about the conference with you. For more detailed information, please visit our website at http://3rd-cr-loper-conference.unitbv.ro/. There, you'll find everything you need to know about the event. Let's delve into what we have in store for you.

Venue at Sergiu T. Chiriacescu Aula of Transilvania University

The 3^rd Carl R. Loper Conference on Processing of Metallic Materials through Casting and Solidification

Preliminary Conference Program

22– 25 September 2024, Brasov, Romania

Pre-conference optional program for the attenders at the 64^th International Foundry Conference in Portoroz, Slovenia. We intend to organize a trip by bus from Portoroz to Brasov, via Balaton Lake in Hungary and the city of Timisoara in Romania. Strat of the trip: Friday, September 20^th and arrival in Brasov on Sunday, September 22^nd.

Post-conference optional program, 26 - 27.09.2024, Fascinating Transylvania

For Registration, Promotion Packages, Accommodation,

or any other information, please check our website: http://3rd-cr-loper-conference.unitbv.ro/

* Speaker - one person per paper

** by "Accompanying person" is understood a family member or partner, non-participant to the scientific program.

The fee doesn’t include the cost of accommodation.

Speaker registration fee includes:

Access to all Conference Scientific Sessions
Oral presentation
Book of abstracts
Coffee and lunch breaks
All social events included in the conference program
Ability to submit papers to IJMC

Authors are offered to the opportunity to submit CRL papers based upon non-previously published works. A special issue (SI:CRL2024) category will be established. If accepted the collected papers will be published in a CRL focus section of a future IJMC issue

Standard registration fee includes:

Access to all Conference Scientific Sessions
Book of abstracts
Coffee and lunch breaks
All social events included in the conference program

Accompanying person registration fee includes:

All social events included in the conference program

Pre-conference optional program (20-22.09.2024) includes:

Transportation by first class bus on the route: Portoroz – Balaton – Timisoara – Brasov
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner during the journey
Two overnights in 3- or 4-stars hotels
Guide

Post-conference optional program (Fascinating Transylvania, 26-27.09.2024) includes: