Events
11th National Congress of Experimental Mechanics
(1ST IBERIAN CONFERENCE ON THEORETICAL AND EXPERIMENTAL MECHANICS AND MATERIALS)
Organizing Committee
Joaquim Silva Gomes, FEUP – University of Porto (Chairman)
Abraham, EEI – University of Vigo (Co-Chairman)
Carlos C. António, FEUP
Catarina F. Castro, FEUP
Clito F. Afonso, FEUP
J. Reis Campos, FEUP
Rui C. Barros, FEUP
Topics covered:
A – Experimental Techniques and Instrumentation
Condition Monitoring
Destructive and Non-Destructive Testing
Vibration Monitoring
Impact and Shock Resistance
Residual stresses
Fatigue and fracture tests
Energy and Thermo-Fluidic Systems
Case Studies
B – Computational Mechanics
FEM, BEM and Hybrid Methods
Optimization techniques
Structural Analysis
Fatigue and Fracture Analysis
Impact and vibrations
Dynamics of Structures and Components
Fluid Dynamics
Case Studies
C – Composites and Advanced Materials
Composite Materials
Smart Materials and Structures
Durability, Damage and Fracture
Integrity Monitoring and Repair
Nanomaterials and Nanotechnologies
Nano-Systems and Nano-Sensors
Molecular Systems
Case Studies
D – Mechanical Design and Maintenance
Product Design and Development
Lubrication, Lubricants and Additives
Coating and Surface Treatment
Gears and Bearings
Structural adhesives
Production Engineering
Industrial Management and Engineering
Case Studies
E – Civil Engineering Applications
Composite Structures and Concrete
Structural Analysis
Structural integrity
Seismic Engineering
Structural Rehabilitation
Soils and Geological Engineering
Bridges and Large Structures
Case Studies
F – Geotechnics and Soil Mechanics
Lab characterization Soils and Rocks
In-situ characterization of soils and rocks
Applied Geophysics
Geomaterials
Seismological Behavior of Soils
Geotechnics in Transportation
Geotechnical energy
Case Studies
G – Biomedical Applications
Prosthesis Mechanics and Design
Biomaterials and Biocompatibility
Voltage monitoring
Applications in Dental Medicine
Sports Biomechanics and Rehabilitation
Biofluid Mechanics
Medical equipment
Case Studies
H – Industrial Engineering and Management
Systems Engineering
Production Engineering
Safety Engineering
Sustainable Technologies and Processes
Risk Assessment
Product reliability
Operations Management
Case Studies
Local:
De: 04/11/2018
A: 07/11/2018
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APAET General Assembly 2016
Documents:
Minutes of the 2016 General Meeting
Summary of the 2016 Annual Report
Local:
De: 28/03/2018
A: 21/10/2025
| 11:30 am
10th National Congress of Experimental Mechanics
Organizing Committee
Carlos Pina, LNEC (Chairman)
Jorge Gomes, LNEC (Co-Chairman)
Iara Pereira, LNEC
Jorge Patricio, LNEC
Mariana Carvalho, LNEC
Paulo Morais, LNEC
Simona Fontul, LNEC
Teresa Gonçalves, LNEC
Teresa Reis, LNEC
Topics covered:
Topic 1 – Acoustics and Vibrations
Topic 2 – Biomechanics and Biomaterials
Topic 3 – Materials Characterization
Topic 4 – Behavior of Structures
Topic 5 – Structural Dynamics and Seismological Engineering
Topic 6 – Fracture
Theme 7 – Geotechnics and Geology
Topic 8 – Hydraulics and Hydrology
Topic 9 – Instrumentation and Control
Topic 10-Fluid Mechanics
Topic 11-Computational Methods and Numerical Simulation
Theme 12-Structural Monitoring
Theme 13-Nanotechnology
Theme 14-Energy Systems
Topic 15-Tribology
Local:
De: 12/10/2016
A: 14/10/2016
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NATIONAL CONGRESS OF EXPERIMENTAL MECHANICS
APAET’s main event is the National Congress of Experimental Mechanics, which has been held since 1986 with some irregularity and since 2008 has become a biennial event.
All these meetings were organized with the aim of providing a forum for the discussion and dissemination of the latest findings in the areas of Experimental Stress Analysis and Experimental Mechanics, as well as bringing together mechanical, aeronautical and civil engineers, and other Portuguese researchers and scientists, to exchange ideas and experiences in these areas.
The various National Meetings were held in different national R&D Institutions, in order to ensure the dissemination and diffusion of knowledge in APAET’s areas of intervention, and contributions were presented and discussed in the following thematic areas:
Local:
De: 12/10/2016
A: 14/10/2016
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Professor Mário Vaz awarded the “Robert Hooke’s Award”
On the occasion of the ICEM17-17th International Conference on Experimental Mechanics, which took place in Rhodes/Greece between July 3 and 7, 2016, Professor Mário Vaz, Professor at FEUP and President of the General Assembly of APAET, was distinguished with the international award “Robert Hooke’s Award for outstanding achievement in the field of Experimental Mechanics”awarded by EURASEM-European Society for Experimental Mechanics. During the same session, Professor Mário Vaz was elected President of EURASEM for the 2016/2017-2017/2018 biennium.
In the certainty that the distinction now awarded is a source of pride for all of us, APAET offers Professor Mário Vaz its most fervent congratulations and wishes him every success in his new role as President of the prestigious international association EURASEM.
Local:
De: 03/07/2016
A: 07/07/2016
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9th National Congress of Experimental Mechanics
Organizing Committee
Humberto Varum, UA (Chair)
Rui Moreira, UA (Chair)
António Completo, UA (Co-chair)
Hugo Rodrigues, IPL / UA (Co-chair)
Joaquim Silva Gomes, FEUP (Co-chair)
Nuno Lopes, UA (Co-chair)
Victor Neto, UA (Co-chair
Executive Committee
André Reis, UA
Bárbara Gabriel, UA
Catarina Fernandes, UA
Cátia Santos, UA
Dora Silveira, UA
Flávio Arrais, UA
José Melo, UA
Maria Fonseca, UA
Nélia Alberto, UA
Raul Simões, UA
Vítor Silva, UA
Topics covered:
Topic 1 – Acoustics and Noise
Topic 2 – Case and Failure Analysis
Topic 3 – Biomaterials
Topic 4 – Biomechanics and Tissue Mechanics
Topic 5 – Materials Characterization
Topic 6 – Behavior of Structures
Topic 7 – Behavior of Materials
Topic 8 – Structural Dynamics and Vibrations
Topic 9 – Testing Bridges and Dams
Topic 10-Experimentation in Seismology
Topic 11-Experimentation in Energy Systems
Topic 12-Experimentation in Thermofluids
Topic 13-Fatigue of Materials
Topic 14-Hydraulics and Hydrology
Theme 15-Instrumentation and Control
Theme 16-Structural Integrity
Topic 17-Mechanics of Materials
Topic 18-Soil Mechanics
Topic 19-Computational Methods and Numerical Simulation
Topic 20-Methods of Experimental Analysis
Theme 21-Theoretical Models
Theme 22-Experimental Nanotechnology
Theme 23-New Experimental Techniques and Equipment
Theme 24-Rehabilitation of Structures
Topic 25-Tribology
Local:
De: 15/10/2014
A: 17/10/2014
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APAET President receives international award for excellence
On the occasion of ICEM16 – 16th International Conference on Experimental Mechanics, which took place at the University of Cambridge (United Kingdom) from July 7 to 11, 2014, the European Association for Experimental Mechanics (EuraSEM) awarded one of its most distinguished prizes, the Award of Excellence, to the current President and founding member of APAET, Professor Joaquim Silva Gomes, for his participation in the creation of EuraSEM and his contribution to the development and dissemination of Experimental Mechanics over the last 28 years.
APAET naturally welcomes the award of this important distinction to its Chairman of the Board and congratulates the recipient on yet another example of excellence in our community, wishing him all the best and every personal and professional success.
Local:
De: 07/07/2014
A: 11/07/2014
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15th International Conference on Experimental Mechanics – 2012
The 15th International Conference on Experimental Mechanics-2012 addresses a variety of essential topics for the scientific and engineering community. The main themes include:
– Tests and Diagnostics
– Surface and Interface Engineering
– Civil Engineering Applications
– Sensors and Instrumentation
– Teaching Experimental Mechanics
– Failure modes
– Nanotechnologies and Nanomaterials
– Biomechanical applications
– Thermo-Fluidic Systems
– Case Studies
– Optical Techniques
– Impact and Crash Resistance
These areas range from practical issues in civil engineering to the application of nanotechnologies, offering a broad spectrum of knowledge for participants. The conference is a valuable opportunity to exchange ideas, share discoveries and improve collective understanding in the field of experimental mechanics.
Local:
De: 22/07/2012
A: 27/07/2012
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Visit to the Baixo Sabor hydroelectric plant
Dear Members,
The National Program for Dams with High Hydroelectric Potential (PNBEPH) foresees the construction of new large dams and the strengthening of some existing ones over the next few years, some of which are already underway. Aware of the importance of these projects for national engineering, APAET has developed contacts with the owners of the developments to provide members with direct contact with these important new projects. APAET is also organizing a visit to the Baixo Sabor hydroelectric plant. EDP made itself available to host and promote a guided tour of the project. The detailed program of the visit will be published on the APAET website in due course, but in general terms, it will initially consist of a presentation of the project by EDP, followed by a visit to the two dams, upstream and downstream. The visit is scheduled for May 15th. Depending on the number of people who sign up, the means of transport will be determined, but the meeting point will probably be near the development. Interested members are asked to send an e-mail to APAET (apaet@lnec.pt) by April 20th. Any questions can be answered through APAET’s normal means of contact.
Best regards,
Jorge GomesLocal:
De: 15/05/2012
A: 15/05/2012
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Professor Joaquim Silva Gomes’ last lecture
Joaquim Silva GomesProfessor at the Department of Mechanical Engineering of the Faculty of Engineering of the University of Porto (FEUP), will deliver his last lecture, entitled “Mechanics and the taste for experimentation“, on October 21, at 5:30 p.m., in the FEUP auditorium.
Joaquim Silva Gomes graduated in Mechanical Engineering from FEUP in 1971, and received his PhD in Mechanical Engineering from UMIST, University of Manchester, UK, in 1977. He was a Full Professor at FEUP from January 1989 until his retirement in March 2011.
He has been a Board Member of various Institutions and Professional Associations linked to Mechanical Engineering, namely as Director of the Department of Mechanical Engineering at FEUP, President of the Institute of Mechanical Engineering and Industrial Management (INEGI), President of the Portuguese Association for Experimental Stress Analysis (APAET), President of the European Permanent Committee for Experimental Mechanics (EPCEM/EURASEM), and National Delegate to the European Commission’s 6th and 7th Framework Programs for Research.
A Port-of-Honor will be served after the class, and those interested in taking part should confirm their attendance by email to Fernanda Fonseca(ffonseca@fe.up.pt) by October 18.
Local:
De: 21/10/2011
A: 21/10/2025
| 5:00 pm
25 years of APAET
APAET celebrated its 25th anniversary on May 19, 2008
The celebration was held at the National Civil Engineering Laboratory and also aimed to pay tribute to the Founding Members.
After the inaugural session in the LNEC amphitheater, with a lecture by Prof. Silva Gomes on the history of APAET, pens were distributed to Individual Members and plaques to Collective Members. This was followed by a visit to LNEC and a celebratory lunch at the LNEC Staff House.
There was also a small celebration during the 7th CNME at UTAD, Vila Real, which took place between January 23-25, 2008
Local:
De: 19/05/2008
A: 19/05/2008
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10th International Conference on Experimental Mechanics – 1994
The 10th International Conference on Experimental Mechanics-1994 was organized by the APAET Organizing Committee. During the event, a wide range of contributions, originally published in English, were discussed and distributed across various areas of interest. These areas included Hybrid Techniques in Stress Analysis, Optical Techniques in Experimental Mechanics, Automatic Data Acquisition and Processing, Transient Phenomena and Vibration Analysis, Residual Stresses, Measurement of Stresses and Strains in Hostile Environments, Quality Control and Testing of Materials and Components, Fracture Mechanics and Fatigue. The conference provided a platform for experts and researchers to delve into significant advances and discoveries in the field of experimental mechanics, covering a range of topics from stress analysis to biomechanics.
Local:
De: 18/07/1994
A: 22/07/1994
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1st National Meeting – 1986
Organizing Committee Chaired by Maria da Conceição Cruz Azevedo
- Theme 1 – Engineering Education and Experimental Stress Analysis
- Topic 2 – New Techniques and Instrumentation
- Topic 3 – Static and Dynamic Analysis of Models and Prototypes
- Topic 4 – Experimental Analysis and Mathematical Modeling
- Topic 5 – Stress Analysis in the Context of Quality Assurance
Local:
De: 10/11/1986
A: 12/11/1986
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