1 - 3 September 2009, Shanghai, China FIRST ANNOUNCEMENT AND CALL FOR PAPERS
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Overview
ICCAS 2009 will be the 14th International Conference on Computer Applications in Shipbuilding.
The conference will review operational experience from existing computer applications in the design and build of ships and offshore structures. It will also examine the advances in information technology which have contributed to increased productivity in both shipbuilding and maritime operations; including increasing co-operative working between shipyards, marine equipment and system manufacturers, engineering partners and shipping companies.
Content
The conference will cover the full range of topics related to computer applications, including separate programs, integrated systems, knowledge management, simulation and virtual reality applications, for:
o Early design, including concept design, tendering, initial design, general arrangement, cost and work estimation, hull form, hydrodynamic analysis and basic structural design, risk based design
o Detailed and production design, including structure, machinery, hull and outfitting design
o Parts manufacturing and assembly, including prefabrication, shop automation, robotics, assembly and accuracy control
o Material management, including material control, supply chain management, logistics and e-solutions
o Management of shipbuilding projects, including planning, work-flow analysis, PDM and ERP applications
o Commissioning, inspection and maintenance, including life-cycle maintenance, life-cycle cost management, environmental cost management, parts and systems reliability, inspection standards and risk management
o Skills management, knowledge transfer and other human resource issues
o Innovation, innovation management and innovation impact assessment, including new materials and eco design
Papers are invited on the topics to be covered by the conference. Such papers should focus on advances made in information and communication technology with respect to methods, tools, standards and organisational adaptations in the different application sectors of the shipbuilding industry. Where appropriate, papers should also describe the potential impact of the innovation described to productivity improvements.
Click here to download the ICCAS 2009 call for papers (234kb)
The deadline for submission of abstract is 06/03/2009
The deadline for submission of the final paper is expected to be 03/07/2009
Register your interest/ further information
To submit an abstract online (approx 250 words) or to register your interest please click here
Or please contact the conference department on Tel: +44 (0) 20 7235 4622, email:
Please click here to go to the ICCAS 2009 page for further information about ICCAS and previous conferences
Sponsors and Exhibitors
ICCAS 2009 will attract a large international audience. RINA can offer a number of cost effective promotional opportunities including various sponsorship packages, exhibition space and literature distribution.
If you would like to find out more about the promotional opportunities available please contact the conference department () or click here to visit our Sponsorship and Exhibition information page.
Venue and Accommodation
Details of the venue and hotels in the area will be available shortly
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